Medical Internship in London for Teenagers

Perfect for ambitious high school students looking to get ahead in their medical career, our Medical Internship in London will give you exposure to healthcare in a modern setting. This experience will be an excellent addition to your CV and can also help you discover whether medicine is the right career path for you.

You’ll learn core medical skills, experience simulated but realistic healthcare environments, and gain insight into one of the world’s leading modern healthcare systems. 

Through a mix of simulated work experience, shadowing doctors in a hospital environment, and hands-on medical workshops, you’ll gain valuable knowledge to build on your understanding of medicine. 

The best bit? You don’t need any previous experience to join, and you’ll be able to discuss your time in the UK in university or medical school interviews in future. This project is designed to help you stand out in competitive applications and find out more about your favourite subject.

Alongside your medical work experience, get extraordinary insight into the history and development of medicine in London’s world-class museums. Home to many medical innovations and some of the most significant medical collections on the planet, you’ll have time to explore The Old Operating Theatre, the Science Museum, and the Natural History Museum.

There’s more to London than medicine. Visit stunning parks, busy markets, and the famous historic sights of the city. Plus, you’ll get a day trip to the lively seaside city of Brighton. Pick up a souvenir or two as you explore the Victorian-era streets lined with independent shops and unwind from a busy week by the sea (but watch out for the infamous seagulls).

Our teen medical internships run on fixed dates during school holidays. This means you’ll travel with a group of people your age, with similar ambitions and interests, from all over the world. With them, you’ll make memories to last a lifetime. 

As a medical intern in London, you’ll work with experienced medical professionals in simulated hospital environments. You’ll gain clinical experience in several different departments and fields.

Here are a few of the tasks you can expect to do during your placement:

The main aim of this project is to provide you with a competitive edge when applying for medical school, developing your understanding of medicine to help you stand out from the crowd. You’ll gain real medical experience to draw upon in your personal statement and interviews, and the confidence to discuss that experience clearly.

A full day of this project is dedicated to ensuring you achieve this aim, working with junior doctors and medical students to discuss what to say and how to say it in your medical school applications.

A secondary aim is to teach you essential life saving techniques through a recognised BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, which will demonstrate your dedication to the medical field.

Plus, we want this project to inspire and develop the next generation of medical professionals. By providing plenty of opportunities for clinical exposure and detailed workshops, we hope to show just how rewarding and important a career in the medical field can be.

All of your work will be done safely and under supervision. We never compromise on medical ethics, ensuring you receive the best exposure to clinical reality while also maintaining the highest professional standards.

This is a travel programme as much as it is a medical one, and you’ll have plenty of time to explore the city, see the sights, and immerse in modern British culture.

Outside of working hours, you’ll visit famous museums, markets, and historical sites of the capital city. These include Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Borough Market, the Natural History Museum, the Science Musuem, and the Old Operating Theatre.

On the weekend, take the train to the stunning seaside city of Brighton, exploring the Victorian era seafront and pier, colourful market streets, and independent shops.

Travelling is a learning opportunity all of its own, and we make sure that you have time to develop personally and professionally in equal measure. Enjoy dinners and free time as a group as you become friends with other teens from around the world who share your passion for medicine.

Your safety and security is our prime concern. We have many procedures and systems in place to ensure you have all the support you need as a young person travelling abroad.

Our Projects Abroad staff are available 24/7 to provide support and guidance. They will also make sure you feel comfortable and safe at your placement and accommodation.

Find out more about safety and backup.

This placement is fully researched, safety audited, and risk assessed in accordance with the British Standard BS8848 for the Adventure Travel Sector.