Reflections on HIV Prevention in Khayelitsha
As a Christianson Fellow, I had the opportunity to do work that combined my clinical knowledge as a nurse, strategic thinking as a public health practitioner and love for cultural exchange. The Doctors without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) project in Khayelitsha, South Africa focuses on developing new models to prevent, treat and eradicate HIV and tuberculosis. As part […]
5 Reasons to Intern in the U.S. with InterExchange
You already know that taking on an international internship in the U.S. will teach you valuable career and life skills, as well as significantly improve your employability. Take the next step to make it happen:
Is a Working Holiday Right for Me?
Work and Travel programs are an exciting opportunity to experience another culture firsthand, but there are a few factors you should consider before taking the plunge.
Free English Language Resources
Your English will naturally improve during your time in the U.S., but you can also take advantage of free English learning resources offered online and in your city to speed up your English proficiency
Investing in Clean Water Where Planning is a Privilege
Access to clean water is one of the biggest problems many Ugandan families face. SPOUTS of Water seeks to alleviate this issue by manufacturing and distributing sustainable ceramic water filters.
Exploring the Lives of HIV-positive Adolescents in South Africa
Molo (“hello” in Xhosa) from the Eastern Cape of South Africa, where I arrived several weeks ago to join a project known as Youth Pulse.* This collaborative effort led by the Universities of Oxford and Cape Town is the world’s largest study of HIV-positive adolescents.
InterExchange Foundation Awards Over $20,000 in Christianson Fellowships!
The InterExchange Foundation recently awarded over $20,000 in Christianson Fellowships to four young women completing projects in the Caribbean, Central America, and Africa. Read on to learn more about their service.
Searching for Internships in the USA
your personal connections and networking will be even more valuable. Here are some tips to help you jump-start your search.
Courtney at Camp Towanda: Pre-Camp and Orientation
For me, this is exactly what it felt like working as a camp counselor this past summer. Summer camp is more than just a job; it becomes your home, your family. While it was hard to sum up this amazing experience, I’ve decided to share my favorite things about camp that will stick with me forever, with a few personal anecdotes thrown in.
Courtney at Camp Towanda: Favorite Camp Traditions
The classic folk song “American Pie” was very important at camp! Every day (and I mean every day) before the start of lunch, “American Pie” is heard across camp to let everyone know to make their way to the dining hall. You learn to love it! And when you find yourself having one of those days where you didn’t eat enough for breakfast, you spend that morning’s activities holding out for that sweet melody to play.