Physiotherapy Internship in Nepal

This internship is perfect if you want to add observational physiotherapy experience in a developing country to your CV. You’ll observe experienced physiotherapists directly and have the opportunity to ask questions about patients’ conditions and their treatment methods.

This kind of physiotherapy work experience will help you stand out in applications. Besides being an excellent conversation starter during interviews, your time abroad will show your interest in global health affairs.

The project runs throughout the year, and our start and end dates are flexible, so you can choose the dates that suit you. We encourage you to stay as long as you can to see and learn more.

At all times, there will be a qualified supervisor with you. Projects Abroad staff are also available to help you and ensure that you have a memorable and productive time on your physiotherapy internship in Nepal.

Each day, you will eat a hearty breakfast at your host family’s home. With your white lab coat packed in your bag, you’ll take your packed lunch and head off to your placement. You can take a bus or taxi, or you can walk, depending on how far it is from your host family’s home. On your first day, our staff will be there to show you how to get around.

A typical day on this internship will begin at 10 am and end around 3 pm, Monday to Friday. Depending on your placement, work hours could vary.

Depending on your skills, you will begin by shadowing your supervisor. You will then begin assisting staff in their daily tasks. You may observe as staff work with children to develop their fine motor skills, or you may be asked to help organise physical exercise sessions for special needs patients. Your tasks are dependent on your level of experience.

During your lunch break, chat with the staff while eating your packed lunch brought from home. If you’re invited to have lunch with staff outside your placement, take up the opportunity to get to know the team better.

Weekends and free time are yours. Make a to-do list of all the things you’d like to see, taste, and do in Nepal. Join interns and volunteers on a hike, explore the Himalayan mountain range, or wander through ancient temples. Whatever you do, make full use of every moment in Nepal!

The aim of this internship is to give you a deeper understanding of physiotherapy practices in a developing country and build your practical knowledge. We want you to learn as much as you can in Nepal while sharing medical knowledge from your home country, if you can.

Nepal is listed as one of the most disadvantaged countries in the world. Natural disasters like earthquakes have also had a terrible impact on the country. Limited medical resources and a lack of experienced doctors have only added to the challenges they face today.

In turn, this will also have an impact on your learning experience. You’ll see how physiotherapists cope with what they have and how they treat their patients. They’ll share their knowledge and experience with you, and you can do the same if you have training.

Join a Physiotherapy internship in Nepal and start expanding your knowledge by watching physiotherapists in action.

You will work alongside physiotherapists and medical staff in hospitals and rehabilitation centres with patients. Here are just some of the things you can do:

• Observe physiotherapists and medical staff as they work with children and adults
• Exchange knowledge with local staff and students
• Help staff teach parents how to care for and help children with special needs