Internship

Overview

At WAGMC we recognize that learning is a competitive advantage, and we are committed to helping our graduates achieve their full potential by supporting a culture of continuous development and building an innovative, diverse and inclusive internship work environment. WAGMC’s internship programme aims to give selected and exceptionally talented first degree Ghanaian graduates a unique opportunity to develop firsthand practical work experience in cutting-edge research and laboratory training, with a focus on genetic disorders including Sickle Cell Disease, and other common diseases acquired through somatic mutations; the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa.

About The Programme

On arrival, interns undergo a one-week orientation to get acquainted with the various activities at all workstations. Interns have the opportunity to work either in Administration or in the Core Labs. Our interns don’t learn by watching, they learn by getting involved in hands-on training in various activities in their designated roles. 

Interns are responsible for the biorepository of samples, sample analysis, and results management. They are trained in molecular techniques such as PCR and restriction-enzyme digest, working under the good supervision of a Core Lab Leader. Interns are also given the opportunity to be innovative through partaking in laboratory protocols development, optimization, and standardization.

Administrative interns provide day to day administrative support to staff and faculty of the Centre as well as assist with research and publications. Aside from professional skill acquisition, they are also granted the opportunity to network through community medical outreach and seminars.

Eligibility

Internship programme is opened to first degree Ghanaian graduates for a one-year period. Prospective applicants are expected to:

• Applicants must be final year students studying Basic and Applied Health Sciences, Business Administration, Accounting, Information Technology, English or Social Sciences and must have a GPA of 3.0 by the time of application.
• Be computer literate.
• Able to work in a challenging environment.
• Be a team player, be innovative and exhibit initiative, ambition and drive.

Apply


To apply for 2022/2023 Internship program, email the following documents to: careers@wagmc.org

  • An application letter
  • One page curriculum vitae.
  • One page personal statement
  • Copy of your transcript
  • Copy of your student ID card
  • NSS PIN and Number
Applications closed.

Meet Our 2022 Interns

Interns receive practical training in the Laboratory, Administrative and Other Units of the Centre.

Stephen Adjei

Laboratory

Samuel Osei

Laboratory

Jennifer Afranie Abena Bonsu

Laboratory

Caleb Gyedu

Laboratory

Bright Adu Kwasi

Laboratory

Romeo Mawunyo Asamoah

Information Technology

Daina Adotei-Annang

Accounting

Jeffery Nii Kpakpo Quaye

Building and Construction

Meet Our 2021 Interns

Interns receive practical training in the Laboratory, Administrative and Other Units of the Centre.

Cornelius Dzikunoo

Laboratory

Ibrahim Salam

Laboratory

Bright Adorbley

Laboratory

Venissa Sam

Administration

Ishmael Nii Addy

Accounting

Benjamin A. Yamoah

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Meet Our 2020 Interns

Interns receive practical training in the Laboratory, Administrative and Other Units of the Centre.

Emmanuel Younge

Laboratory

Esther Sackey

Laboratory

Farid Eleshin

Laboratory

Abigail Ansong

Laboratory

Raymond Bortey

Laboratory

William Boateng

Laboratory

Eunice Agyemang

Administration

Kwabena Sarfo

Information Technology

Ewurabena Techie

Administration

Joel Pinto

Accounting

Testimonials Of Past Interns