ARTH is a public health organization with 40 persons working out of one office, 3 clinics and multiple field locations. Our staff includes doctors, nurses, social workers, researchers, trainers, field workers, office administrators and more. Within this structure, ARTH is able to provide limited volunteer and internship opportunities for young people to learn while supporting and contributing to the organization’s mission and work. Internships are organized around the skills and background the participant has to offer as well as the needs of ARTH’s work at the time the participant is applying. They may be offered in a variety of areas of health (sexual & reproductive health, maternal, neonatal and child health, child nutrition, primary health care, older persons’ health etc.), research, training, field level interventions and policy advocacy.
Applicants’ background
Applicants should have a background or prior knowledge/experience in public health, global health, medical sciences, health policy or specific areas within these fields. They ideally should have a graduate degree in these or related fields, however we do acknowledge that there are passionate and qualified undergraduates with interest in these areas. Prior exposure to health issues during the course of studying or working would be an advantage. Applicants with a background in bio-medicine, medicine, nursing, public health, social work and related fields are encouraged to apply. They should be interested in working on issues related to primary health care, be open to working in an environment in which English is not the primary language, be willing to learn another language, be flexible, self motivated and remain open to working in both rural and urban environments.
Locale
ARTH provides a friendly and stimulating environment in which applicants would be able to sharpen their understanding of public health issues and the development sector as well as enjoy the freedom to explore their own strengths.
Duration and applications
Other than job positions, a few interns and volunteers can be accommodated each year for a minimum period of 6 weeks to a maximum of 52 weeks. Applications should be submitted a minimum of six months in advance. We will endeavour to respond to applications as soon as possible, however it may take up to 10 days for applicants to receive a reply.
Logistics
Accommodation will be provided at ARTH’s training centre located in Iswal, 20 kms from Udaipur City. Applicants will have to arrange their own meals, contacts and related support will be provided.
