Interns will stay in Mpunde Village for two weeks alongside other American high school students as they develop their projects, which may include research, experiential interviews, community educational programs, or direct project implementation. Prior to their time in Mpunde, interns will collaborate with global health practitioners to understand key issues in the community and prepare for their projects. They will also participate in two virtual pre-orientation and cultural training sessions. During the internship, participants will receive ongoing mentoring and supervision from the ETH team.

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Motivated interns may have the opportunity to continue their projects with Empower Through Health (ETH) after the program, building on the foundations established during their time in Uganda. This internship, co-directed by Dr. Robert Rosenheck, Dr. Yang Jae Lee, and Kazungu Rauben, offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience with global health challenges, working directly alongside leaders in public health and mental health research.​ Dr. Robert Rosenheck, a professor at Yale School of Medicine with over 900 peer-reviewed publications, is internationally recognized for his work on mental health services, homelessness, and global health interventions. His contributions have shaped global policies and earned numerous honors, including the American Public Health Association’s Carl A. Taube Award for outstanding contributions to mental health services research. Additionally, Dr. Rosenheck has served as an advisor to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the World Health Organization. 

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Past Global Health Experiential Interns have gone on to attend Yale University with expanded perspectives in what it means to be a global citizen and advocate for social and health justice.