At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and conduct a global health project relevant to your community.
- Company: Work collaboratively with LSHTM to maximise project impact.
- Benefits: Annual salary of £28,860, paid leave, and mentorship support.
- Other info: Internship runs from 12 October to 18 December 2026 in London.
- Why this job: Opportunity to implement a meaningful health project in your community.
- Qualifications: Must be a national of a low- or middle-income country with a Master's from LSHTM.
The predicted salary is between 28860 - 28860 £ per year.
This unique role offers you the opportunity to work collaboratively with us to design and conduct a global health‑related project relevant to your community. We will share our skills and knowledge in evidence‑based medicine, research design, and medical communication to support you in delivering the project to maximise its impact.
Project Examples
- Conducting a systematic literature review to assess the effect of bereavement care for parents after stillbirth in Ghana
- Developing an educational toolkit to improve the management of newborn infections in low‑ and middle‑income countries
- Assessing the cost‑effectiveness of cervical cancer screening in Kenya
Key Responsibilities
- Design and conduct a global health‑related project relevant to your community.
- Work collaboratively with the team to deliver the project and maximise its impact.
- Communicate findings and implement project results back into local communities.
Qualifications
- National of a low‑ or middle‑income country working or studying in a health‑related profession (e.g., health practitioner, researcher, NGO worker).
- Recently completed a Master’s degree at LSHTM.
- Have an idea for a global health‑related project with a well‑considered approach and a plan to implement findings.
- Educated in a health or science‑related subject.
- Fluent in written and spoken English and possess good numeracy skills.
- Able to prioritise own tasks and workload.
- Possess a can‑do attitude, initiative, positivity and creativity.
- Capable of working in a team and maintaining high productivity.
- Hold permission to work in the UK by the proposed start date and for the duration of the internship.
- Have a developed project plan to execute during the internship period.
Salary & Benefits
- Annual salary of £28,860 (pro‑rated) for the duration of the internship.
- Paid annual leave.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programmes.
- Full technical support and mentorship from a line manager.
- Opportunities for cultural exchange and integration, including 2‑week induction training and company social events.
Employment Details
- Full‑time temporary internship.
- Start date: Monday 12 October to Friday 18 December 2026 (inclusive).
- Location: London office (required 4 days per week in office, 1 day remote).
Project Impact Statements
- Articulation of why the project topic is important.
- Detailed proposed project approach.
- Deliverables expected at the end of the internship (e.g., manuscript, policy paper, article, educational leaflet, economic model).
- Anticipated implications for the local community after the internship.
It should be noted that the internship is not intended as a means to gain experience at a UK company with a view to gaining full‑time employment at Costello Medical, and it will not be possible to apply for a permanent position until 2 years post‑internship. The primary intention of the internship is to provide you with the skills and tools to complete your project, enhancing its impact and allowing you to make meaningful change in your community after the internship.
Global Health Internship (LSHTM) 2026 employer: Costello Medical
Join LSHTM in London for a unique internship focused on global health projects. Enjoy paid annual leave and full technical support while working on impactful community health initiatives. Engage in cultural exchange through induction training and social events.
