Global Public Health & Community Outreach Internship

ILI Travel offers immersive Global Public Health & Community Outreach Internship opportunities in the Dominican Republic for students interested in public health, biology, healthcare, Spanish language learning, and community engagement.

Participants live with local host families while engaging in grassroots community health outreach and health education initiatives. Students with stronger Spanish skills may participate more directly in community outreach experiences, but if your Spanish skills are not strong, optional cultural immersion guide/interpreter support is available for participants seeking additional language and cultural assistance.

Programs range from 2 weeks to extended summer or gap year experiences. Typical engagement ranges from approximately 20–30 hours per week, with evenings and weekends generally free for cultural immersion and independent exploration.

Ideal candidates are adaptable, relationship-oriented, culturally curious, and interested in experiential learning and global community engagement.

Preferred qualifications:

• Interest in public health, biology, healthcare, social work, or community engagement
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Spanish language skills helpful but not required for many placements
• Openness to cultural immersion and homestay experiences