This prestigious annual internship offers fresh graduates the opportunity to work in a research-intensive environment that supports the development of Africa’s next generation of scientific leaders.

Supported by the Science for Africa Foundation (SFA) with funding from Wellcome and the UK FCDO, the programme is designed to nurture talent and prepare young graduates for research careers in biomedical science and related fields.

2025/2026 WACCBIP-DELTAS II Graduate Internship Programme: Internship Overview

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the internship programme, applicants must:

• Have completed undergraduate studies by July/August 2025 and be registered for National Service.
• Hold a degree in any of the following disciplines:
  • Biological Sciences
  • Computer Science
  • Chemistry
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • English Communication
  • Linguistics
• Demonstrate motivation, strong work ethic, and an interest in scientific research.

Internship Responsibilities

Successful interns will:

• Assist in ongoing research activities at WACCBIP.
• Contribute to the organisation and delivery of training programmes.
• Participate in research conferences and workshops.
• Undertake additional responsibilities assigned by the Director or immediate supervisor.

Financial Support

Interns will receive a monthly stipend as a top-up to their standard National Service allowance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the Graduate Internship Application Form through the official application link.

Application Checklist

Ensure the following documents are submitted:

• Completed Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae (Max. 2 pages)
• Official University Transcript

Note: Only applicants registered for National Service in the 2025/26 academic year will be considered. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

Submission Deadline: June 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM GMT

For more details about the internship, visit the official website.

About WACCBIP

The West African Centre for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens (WACCBIP) is a World Bank African Centre of Excellence based at the University of Ghana. It is run by a team of faculty from the Department of Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR), and the Department of Biomedical Engineering.

WACCBIP offers:

• Master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral training programmes
• Short courses in Bioinformatics, Cell and Molecular Biology
• Cutting-edge research on the biology and pathogenesis of infectious diseases

Since 2014, WACCBIP has grown into a leading research hub in Africa, attracting global partners, recruiting top scientific talent, and fostering innovation to address public health challenges on the continent.

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