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Practical Training Attachment

Industrial Practical Training at UDSM DHIS2 Lab

๐ŸŒŸ Join a Team Powering Digital Health Innovation in Tanzania Apply Now

Are you a passionate, motivated university student looking for an impactful, real-world Industrial Practical Training (IPT) experience? The UDSM DHIS2 Lab invites applications from students eager to gain hands-on experience in the design, development, and deployment of digital health solutions.

๐Ÿงช What We Do

The UDSM DHIS2 Lab is a digital health innovation hub hosted under the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM). We work on national and international health information systems and digital platforms, including:

  • iCareConnect+ โ€“ A DHIS2-integrated EMR system

  • MiLIS โ€“ A smart laboratory information system

  • Outbreak Management System (OMS) โ€“ A national digital surveillance platform

  • Custom digital tools for MoH and partner organizations

    ๐ŸŽ“ Who Can Apply?

    We welcome IPT applications from undergraduate students pursuing studies in:

    • Computer Science

    • Information Technology

    • Health Informatics

    • Computer Engineering

    • Related fields

    Students from other Tanzanian universities or institutions are welcome. If you’re from the University of Dar es Salaam, especially a member of the DHIS2 Club, we highly encourage you to apply.

๐Ÿง  Areas of Engagement

During your training, you’ll be assigned to one of the following focus areas:

  • Software Development

  • Systems Analysis & Design

  • Graphics Design & Animations

  • Data Analysis & Visualization

  • Community Engagement & Documentation

๐Ÿ“„ What Youโ€™ll Gain
  • Practical experience working on real-world projects

  • Mentorship from experienced developers, analysts, and researchers

  • Involvement in digital health innovations impacting national health systems

  • Opportunities for research, publications, or future internships

โœ… Requirements Before Applying

Prepare the following:

  • Motivation statement (Max 300 words)

  • Links to GitHub or sample work

  • Academic details (including year of study and area of interest)


๐Ÿ”— Apply Now

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey?

๐Ÿ‘‰ Click here to apply via our IPT Application Form

Application reviews are done on a rolling basis. Early applications are highly encouraged.