Our Programs

Medical internships abroad customized to suit your clinical rotation objectives, interest areas, and university requirements.

. Improve clinical skills through shadowing
. Exposure to various healthcare specialties
. Witness unique conditions like tropical diseases
. Challenge critical thinking with limited resources
. Enhance soft skills (communication, confidence, leadership, resilience)
. Travel, grow networks, volunteer and experience new cultures

Our programs

Choose your medical internship and medical volunteer program abroad below for a worthwhile clinical rotation overseas.

Medical Electives Abroad

Rotate through departments including surgery, emergency, OBGYN, and pediatrics at leading hospitals across Africa, gaining hands-on exposure to tropical and global health conditions.

Medical StudentsGraduates

New Doctor and Resident Electives

Designed for newly qualified doctors and residents seeking supervised clinical experience abroad, expanding diagnostic skills in resource-limited, high-impact healthcare settings.

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Nursing Electives Abroad

Work alongside experienced nursing staff in busy African hospitals and clinics, developing patient care skills across diverse wards and community health outreach programs.

Nursing StudentsGraduates

Midwifery Electives Abroad

Gain invaluable maternity and neonatal care experience in under-resourced settings, supporting expectant mothers and newborns while developing clinical confidence and cultural competency.

Midwifery StudentsGraduates

Surgery Electives Abroad

Observe and assist in a wide range of surgical procedures — from emergency trauma to elective operations — gaining exposure to techniques adapted for low-resource environments.

Medical StudentsGraduates

Physician Assistant Internships

Gain global healthcare insight with supervised hands-on medical experience, strengthening clinical skills and competence under the mentorship of practicing physicians.

PA StudentsProfessionals

Here are some of the things our alumni are saying about us

I had a fantastic time abroad with Elective Africa. They were present every step of the way, from pre-departure planning to the entire stay. They coordinated our clinical experience, accommodations, transportation, and additional excursions in the area. My classmates and I enjoyed exploring the area and learning more about African culture and lifestyle with a visit to an orphanage, primary school, and a city tour. This was a unique experience that broadened my perspective on healthcare and patient care.

Lauren Longyear

University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, US

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