PATH (Vietnam)
PATH (Vietnam)
Program Type
International
Organization Name
Internship Location
Hanoi Capital, Vietnam
(Project activities based in Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong provinces, and/or regional work in Southeast Asia; some roles may be hybrid or remote)
Organization
PATH is an international global health nonprofit organization dedicated to making good health more accessible and equitable for people worldwide, particularly in low-resource settings. Operating in more than 70 countries, PATH advances health equity by designing, developing, and scaling health innovations—including vaccines, diagnostics, devices, and strengthened health systems—through partnerships with governments, communities, businesses, and civil society. PATH’s mission is to advance health equity through innovation and collaboration so that everyone has a fair chance at a healthy life.
POSITION 1: Youth-Friendly Primary Health Care & Mental Health Intern (Vietnam)
Position Overview
The intern will support PATH’s project team in advancing youth-friendly primary health care initiatives in Vietnam, with a primary focus on mental health. Working closely with multidisciplinary project staff, the intern will contribute to mental health–related activities and may also support additional project components based on interests and skills. This role offers hands-on experience in applied global mental health within a real-world public health program.
Project Details
PATH is implementing a project in Ho Chi Minh City and a Mekong province aimed at improving access to quality, youth-friendly primary health care services. The project serves youth ages 18–35, including students, young workers, migrant workers, LGBT+ communities, young women, and youth from the general population. Services address mental health, sexual and reproductive health, noncommunicable disease (NCD) screening, and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention.
Intern Responsibilities
Work with the project team on mental health screening forms under the guidance of a PATH mental health doctor
Support analysis of mental health screening results
Prepare and support presentation slides summarizing findings
Participate in project meetings and events
Join project site visits in Ho Chi Minh City and Mekong provinces, if interested (administrative procedures supported by PATH)
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a program in psychology, mental health, or a related field
Basic understanding of mental health concepts and screening tools
Ability to work with data, including reviewing screening results and conducting basic analysis using Excel or similar tools
Ability to prepare clear and well-organized presentation slides (PowerPoint, Google Slides, or similar)
Willingness to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary project team
Collaborative, supportive, and proactive (“can-do”) attitude
Learning Outcomes
Hands-on experience supporting mental health screening in a public health project
Skills in analyzing and interpreting mental health screening data
Experience developing data summaries and presentation materials
Practical exposure to multidisciplinary global health project teams
Increased understanding of youth-friendly primary health care services, including mental health, SRH, NCDs, and GBV prevention
Exposure to community-based and field-based health programs in Ho Chi Minh City and Mekong provinces
Strengthened professional skills in communication, teamwork, and project coordination
Nature of Internship
International / Implementation Research
Work Environment
Hybrid. The intern will work in the office two days per week. Other project team members rotate in-office schedules, ensuring that a team member is always present to provide support and supervision.
Additional Onboarding for Selected Intern(s)
Yes. PATH will sign the internship agreement directly with the intern following PATH’s internal recruitment procedures, including position opening, CV submission, interviews, and agreement signing.
Keywords
Data Analysis; Mental Health; Youth Health; Primary Health Care; Global Health; Implementation Research
POSITION 2: Malaria Diagnostics & Health Systems Strategy Intern (ADVANCE Project)
Position Overview
PATH is seeking an intern to support the ADVANCE project team in developing a strategy to expand the use of G6PD point-of-care (POC) tests beyond malaria indications in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. The intern will also have opportunities to contribute to other malaria-related projects. This role provides hands-on experience in diagnostics strategy, infectious disease control, and health systems strengthening in Southeast Asia.
Project Details
PATH is implementing the ADVANCE project, funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), in partnership with the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI) and the Burnet Institute. The project aims to advance high-quality diagnostic tools to ensure equitable access to optimal malaria treatment and accelerate malaria elimination in the Pacific and Southeast Asia.
The project includes three core workstreams:
Research and development of diagnostic tools
Clinical evaluation of diagnostic tools
Availability and Access, focused on sustainable integration of diagnostics into national procurement, financing systems, and the broader diagnostic ecosystem
Diagnostics include G6PD point-of-care tests and next-generation malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs).
Intern Responsibilities
Conduct landscape and desk research on non-malaria indications for G6PD POC tests in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia
Review national policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory frameworks related to diagnostics and G6PD testing
Map key stakeholders involved in diagnostics adoption and scale-up
Support market and health system analyses, including demand forecasting, user segmentation, procurement, and financing pathways
Contribute to strategic frameworks and country-specific recommendations
Prepare briefing notes, slide decks, summaries, and draft strategy documents
Support other malaria-related projects, including research, monitoring and evaluation, or knowledge management
Participate in internal meetings and learning sessions on malaria elimination and diagnostics
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a program of study in public health, global health, medicine, pharmacy, biomedical sciences, health economics, international development, or a related field
Demonstrated interest in infectious diseases, diagnostics, malaria elimination, or health systems strengthening
Strong research and analytical skills, including literature reviews and data synthesis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a hybrid or remote environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Learning Outcomes
Experience in global health strategy development related to diagnostics access
Strengthened research, analytical, and synthesis skills across multiple countries
Exposure to donor-funded, multi-country projects and international research partnerships
Skills in drafting technical briefs, strategy documents, and presentations
Insight into health systems strengthening, procurement, and financing for diagnostics
Experience working in a multidisciplinary, international global health team
Nature of Internship
International / Global Health Strategy and Health Systems Strengthening
Work Environment
Hybrid. The position may be based at the PATH Southeast Asia Regional Hub in Hanoi (2–3 days per week in office) or fully remote, depending on candidate location and project needs.
Additional Onboarding for Selected Intern(s)
Yes. Interns will receive project-specific onboarding, including orientation to PATH systems, team workflows, and collaboration platforms.
Keywords
Advocacy; Community Engagement; Fieldwork; Health Equity; Health Policy; Infectious Disease; Literature Review; Technology and Innovation