Medical Internships Abroad

• Gain practical medical experience in professional environments like hospitals and clinics
• Shadow doctors and nurses to learn about different healthcare systems and issues
• Develop essential medical skills like measuring blood pressure and blood sugar
• Contribute to community health through outreach programmes
• Explore different medical specialities to decide on a career path
• Strengthen your resume or medical school applications with international experience

Completing an international medical internship prepares you for a career in global healthcare as part of a transformative travel experience. You’ll immerse in new cultures, build connections with communities in need, and see the impact of healthcare first-hand.

These experiences can create lifelong bonds and broaden your perspective in ways you never imagined.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, a medical internship abroad provides valuable hands-on experience and a unique edge for your resume or medical school application.

We regularly survey our participants to find out about their experiences. Here’s what teen participants on our medical internships abroad said:

• 96% say they could not have had this experience at home
• 88% believe they are now more confident in clinical environments
• 87% think it helped them confirm or rule out medicine as a career path
• 76% feel they can now more clearly think about future education and employment
• 75% believe they gained skills that will help them succeed at college
• 73% agree that it boosted their college applications

Across all projects, 97% of teen participants say they feel more independent and capable of managing new situations, 93% are more confident in themselves and their abilities, and 91% feel more confident interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds.

So, pack your bags and embark on an adventure that will enrich your life and contribute to a healthier world.

You can choose from a range of specialities for your internship programme, such as:

• General Medicine
• Nursing
• Midwifery
• Physiotherapy
• Public Health
• Nutrition
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Dentistry
• Pharmacy

Projects can be adjusted to your level of experience, making them ideal for pre-meds aiming for a medical degree, and students looking to do a medical elective abroad.

Our internships are open to anyone aged 14 and above. To apply for your internship, all you need to do is check that you meet the requirements.

Simply choose from one of the 60+ international medical internships above to get started.

If you already know what you want to achieve, the exposure you get can vary by destination (we have several to choose from). The best way to find out which medical internship abroad is right for you is to discuss your options with a Project Expert.

Having this kind of global healthcare experience will strengthen your resume and give you great discussion points in interviews and essays. It could also help you decide if you want to pursue a medical degree.

Our international medical internship opportunities will prepare you for your next stage of education or career. Here are some of the things past participants had to say about the opportunity to work in healthcare abroad:

• “I gained invaluable experience in the medical field in Mongolia, something I never could have got in the US.”
• “We were given a number of incredible opportunities and saw many interesting things that, previously, I never would have even dreamt of. The team also brought in a number of guest lecturers that gave us valuable insight into the field of medicine and the medical system in Nepal.”
• “The medicine project in Peru was amazing in all aspects. People in the hospital were really polite, all of them taught me lots of things.”
• “My placement at a hospital in Mexico exceeded my expectations. It was very hands-on and the doctors were very keen to have students and taught me a lot.”
• “I am so happy I decided to go, I experienced so many things I never would have if I didn’t go. I was able to experience a new culture, learn about a different healthcare system and improve my Spanish massively. And that’s not even mentioning the new friends I made!”

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Our Undergrad Medical internships abroad offer a unique opportunity for aspiring medical professionals to gain hands-on experience in a global setting. They’re the ideal platform for developing your core competencies.

Participants can shadow experienced doctors and nurses in Spain, Peru, Nepal or Tanzania, gaining a deeper understanding of global healthcare issues and essential medical skills.

The programmes not only provide valuable clinical exposure but also allow for community service, contributing to healthcare initiatives that directly benefit the local communities.

By immersing yourself in a different medical environment and engaging in community outreach, you’ll gain a competitive edge for your medical school applications, showcasing your passion for medicine and commitment to making a real difference in the world.

We take the safety of our volunteers, interns, and the people they work with very seriously. That’s why we’ve put in place a comprehensive Medical Ethics Policy.

The amount of hands-on experience can vary between destinations, and we ensure that you learn essential skills wherever you go. Due to these ethical standards, we cannot allow our interns to be directly involved in surgery; however, certain destinations may have more opportunities to view surgery than others.

At Projects Abroad, our first aim is to benefit the communities we work in. You can be assured that your medical internship is ethical, well supported, and part of a better future. Here are just a few elements of our work that set it apart from other internships:

Annual impact reports

Every year, we document the successes of our participants across all projects and publish them in our impact reports. For medical internships abroad, this includes providing free tests, medicines, and vaccines, measuring vital signs, and educating local communities.

Our work, in every destination, is guided by local experts who can use our resources in the areas they are most needed.

Learn more about Our Impact.

Real work with trained professionals

On our medical internships abroad, you’ll work alongside real healthcare professionals. You can observe them in their everyday work, ask questions, and hear more about their experiences.

You will shadow and learn alongside these local professionals as they conduct vital medical work with limited resources. That exposure means you’re likely to get more insights into the front line of medical care than in your home country!

A tailored approach

We are often able to tailor your internship to your interests. You can work in more than one department or focus on one particular area, or experience outreach work in the local community.

Comprehensive safety and support

We truly believe that we offer the best volunteer support available. We go to great lengths to ensure your safety, providing consistent, reliable, and 24/7 staff support at every stage of your journey.