Description

Romania joined the European Union in early 2007 and is one of its poorest members. As a veterinary volunteer in Romania, you will provide an extra pair of hands: volunteers are privileged to be in a position where they can learn vast amounts from qualified vets. Whether you are a pre-university student considering a career in veterinary medicine, an undergraduate or a graduate, working as a veterinary volunteer you could get involved in vaccinations, operations, laboratory work, post-mortems, inspections and the routine treatment of pets.

Based either in a busy veterinary practice or in a dogs shelter in the city of Brasov, the English-speaking vets will be able to share their knowledge with you. By showing initiative and willingness to get involved, you will be able to enhance this process and gain some truly valuable international work experience. This will ultimately increase your prospects within this highly competitive field.

Volunteers working at the veterinary practice assist in treating a range of different animals. The mornings are usually reserved for general surgery where locals bring their pets. During these times, you will learn how to handle animals and reassure their owners as well as observe how a diagnosis takes place and inoculations are given. At the dogs shelter, volunteers also assist with surgery and can help with the general care and feeding of animals. The vets here need a lot of help with looking after the animals.

These volunteer veterinary internships will give you a unique insight into veterinary practice both in Romania and in general. The vets are eager to get you as involved as possible and will enjoy teaching you about the veterinary practice in their country.

Highlights

The ancient city of Brasov has many sights and museums, and a full cultural program of theater, music and puppetry performances. The town center contains a wide range of restaurants within walking distance, and it's also easy to explore more of the city with frequent buses and trolleybuses.

It's only an hour from the town to Dracula's castle, or the medieval home of Vlad the Impaler. Indeed, there are plenty of attractions in Transylvania, but it's also easy for you to visit Bucharest, the Black Sea or the Danube Delta. Other volunteers have even explored Hungary, Bulgaria and the Ukraine after finishing their volunteer placements.

Qualifications

No qualifications, experience or languages required.

Intern Types

• Animal Sciences
• Zoology & Wildlife Sciences

Languages

• English
• Romanian
• Russian

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

Food, Accommodation, in-country Transportation, Travel & Medical Insurance, Constant Support of Full-Time Staff.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Animal Welfare
• Veterinary
• Volunteering

Typical Volunteer

Open-minded with a desire to travel.

Age Range

16-70

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

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