The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Every year, CHAI offers students the opportunity to contribute to our mission through select internship opportunities. As an intern, you’ll have immersive experience, allowing you to work on impactful global health projects across multiple programs and countries while building the skills and expertise necessary for a career in global health. You will work alongside CHAI professionals, contributing to real-time projects that drive CHAI’s mission forward.
The CHAI Internship Program 2026 is designed to give students and early-career professionals the opportunity to impactfully contribute to global Public Health while developing the skills, knowledge, and networks to build a career in the sector. Learn more about where we work and our programs ahead of applying.
The internships will run between April 2026 and October 2026. The Deadline to Apply is November 15th 2025.
Position Overview
As an intern at CHAI, you will play an essential role in supporting various programmatic areas. From research and data analysis to assisting in project management, interns will work on high-priority initiatives that improve health systems and access to care. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to public health outcomes while learning from experienced professionals in the field.
Responsibilities
Interns will be working with our teams on different themes that can include but are not limited to: Data-Driven Insights: Conduct targeted research, data modelling, and data analysis to support decision-making and programmatic strategy. Project Support: Assist in the development and implementation of health initiatives, including tracking progress, monitoring outcomes, and preparing reports. Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with CHAI teams across departments to brainstorm innovative solutions to health challenges and contribute to cross-functional projects. Stakeholder Engagement: Help coordinate with government agencies, healthcare partners, and local organizations to facilitate project execution and promote CHAI’s objectives. Knowledge Management: Contribute to the creation of reports, presentations, and documentation of best practices to support the scaling of successful programs. Operational Support: Contribute towards event planning logistics, finance, communication, and administrative support. As well as identifying or utilizing tools for operation efficiency.
Learning and Development Opportunities
As an intern, you will have access to professional development opportunities, including:
Qualifications
We are looking for motivated, passionate students eager to contribute to CHAI’s mission. Ideal candidates will meet the following qualifications:
Be enrolled in a relevant post-graduate degree program, such as public health, international development, economics, or business. Students in their final year of undergraduate studies are also welcome to apply. Demonstrate strong passion for CHAI’s mission and a demonstrated interest in global health challenges are essential. This could be shown through a cover letter. Have experience in research, data analysis, and standard software tools usage (e.g., Microsoft Office). Familiarity with data analysis tools or programming languages (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Python) is advantageous