Description

Interning abroad on a medical placement in Ethiopia with Projects Abroad is an excellent way to learn about and experience a hospital environment in a developing country. You will gain a great deal of valuable work experience alongside some of the most skilled and inspirational doctors in the country.

All Medicine interns must have completed at least one year of medicine-related studies by the time they take part on this project. We will request to see a copy of your resume once you have applied, so your placement can be tailored to your level of experience and interests.

Highlights

Interns work at The Hayat General Hospital, which is a relatively new private hospital in Addis Ababa, providing care to over 100 patients each day. Your exact role within the hospital will be determined by your level of medical experience as well as the enthusiasm and effort that you demonstrate to the local staff.

You will have the opportunity to shadow doctors in a variety of departments and learn about many different conditions and treatments. You should be prepared to see some shocking cases and will learn about conditions that are rare in developed countries. There will also be the opportunity to get involved in occasional community outreach work.

If you are a fully qualified doctor or nurse then you will also have the opportunity to work at Sante Medical Clinic.

Intern Types

• Medicine
• Nursing
• Physical Therapy
• Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

yes

at least one year of related studies or experience

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

open minded with a desire to travel

Age Range

16 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992