Tropical Pathology and Infectious Disease Association (TPaIDA) Internship

When student participate in the TPaIDA internship at Alabama State University, they are given the opportunity to receive hands-on experience, as they prepare for careers in medicine and healthcare. This program allows students to work side by side with medical professionals, allowing them to explore their interests in becoming clinical and allied health professionals. TPaIDA is a privately funded, Peruvian educational organization designed to educate students in the basics of diagnosing and treating infectious tropical diseases.

Students who take on the TPaIDA challenge gain real-world experience while providing medical assistance to inhabitants of some of the world’s most remote and medically deprived areas.