About Tai Global Elective

Tailor-made Internship placements overseas in developing countries.

Tai Global Elective offers a wide variety of tailor-made Internship placements overseas in developing countries.These have been designed specifically to meet the needs of university students training to be doctors, dentists, nurses, midwives, physiotherapists and occupational therapist

Undertaking a healthcare placement overseas offers you the opportunity to experience life from a brand new perspective. All locations in which we work have been selected to suit the students, and they offer a diverse and immersive experiences in some of the Africa's richest cultures .

medical elective students in a theratre room

What are the benefits?

Join over 8,000 volunteers & make a difference Abroad

A Medical & Healthcare Internship with Us will help you get the real-world work experience you need to excel in a medical career while appriciating different cultures in Africa.

Work in professional clinical environments like hospitals and clinics
Shadow experienced doctors and nurses.
Get a deeper understanding of global healthcare issues in developing Countries
Help deliver basic healthcare services during community outreaches
Enabling you to give back to communities in Africa through volunteering vacations

International medical interns volunteering in Kenya’s rural setting.

Medical volunteer student providing care to an infant

Advice & Support

Travel worry free knowing that we're here if you need us, 24/7 in-country support

Most affordable & flexible

Our medical electives are affordable, but there are no compromises when it comes to getting your money's worth.

Make a Real Impact

Work towards a better and more sustainable future for all and creates real, positive change where it’s needed the most.

Gap Year Programs With Impact

Our staff are all either in-country locals who we train and support, or ex-volunteers, who have been there, experienced the projects and seen what a difference they make.

Where Can i Travel?

We believe that travelling abroad should be easy, fun, and rewarding. Whatever your style, we’ve got destinations to suit. You can choose from diverse locations across Africa. Each has a unique character, and our team will help you decide which one is your best match.