Description

Gain valuable insight into the world of veterinary medicine in India!

Whether you are a pre-university student considering a career in veterinary medicine, an undergraduate or a graduate, working as a veterinary volunteer will get you involved in vaccinations, operations, laboratory work, and the routine treatment of domestic farm animals and livestock.

The veterinary placement is based in Madurai, where you will work alongside an experienced local vet. Farm animals will commonly be seen for vaccination, artificial insemination and birthing problems. In the evenings you can work in a private veterinary clinic which treats small animals. There is also the possibility to arrange visits to gain some experience working at an elephant sanctuary, zoo and a veterinary university in Chennai.

Your work will predominantly involve observing and assisting in operations, administering treatments for diseases, and giving vaccinations. You will learn how to handle a range of different animals and have the chance to witness many diseases that have been eradicated in the west.

Your input at the veterinary centers will be greatly encouraged and appreciated. The vets with whom we work are keen to get you as involved as possible, and will enjoy showing you Indian veterinary practice.

This placement is also offered as a two-week summer special for high school students between the ages of 16 and 19.

Highlights

India is a truly amazing place - spectacular scenery, quaint villages, fascinating and magnificent temples, sandy beaches and lots of sun. It has all this and an ancient culture. For the vast majority of visitors, it is a place they long to return to again and again.

To live in India is to participate in a lifestyle that is unlike anything you'll experience in the West. The most mundane tasks often become adventures. Everything is colorful and nothing is predictable. Life - especially in urban areas - is truly chaotic. The sights, sounds and smells that greet you in each new place will overwhelm your senses.

Intern Types

• Health Sciences
• Nursing
• Medicine

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Program Fees Include:

The price of each placement includes all your food and accommodation, transfers to and from the airport, full travel and medical insurance plus support and 24 hour back-up from our staff based around the world.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Veterinary

Age Range

16 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

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