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Experience New York City, the world’s financial and business capital, with a career-boosting international internship. NYC provides unparalleled opportunities to gain professional skills, global connections, and real-world experience across finance, business, marketing, PR, tech, NGOs, and more. Ou
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Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Anima
See All 20 ProgramsAdelante Abroad
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Adelante Abroad offers affordable internship programs in Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona in nearly every field. Each program emphasizes cultural immersion, language acquisition, and career development through hand-selected internships for each of our applicants. Adelante Abroad provides an easy way
See All 9 ProgramsCIEE College Study Abroad
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CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Fi
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As a participant of our program in Cape Town, South Africa, you tell us what type of internship experience you are looking for, and we will create a tailored placement based on your specific interests. We’ll place you within an environment where you will make a positive contribution to your host org
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AIP is an international internship service provider. We've launched the AIP remote internship program so that you can increase the chances of your employability through a professional internship experience, from anywhere in the world. Whether you’re a young professional, college student, or recent c
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Beyond Academy is GoAbroad’s Top-Rated Intern Abroad Program. Our Tokyo Internship Program holds a 9.25/10 rating from 60+ verified student reviews. We combine tailored internships, deep cultural immersion, and a supportive community to help you thrive in Japan — and we’re backed by 500+ verified fi
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Looking to launch your career while experiencing life in one of the world’s most dynamic cities? Connect-123’s internship program in Sydney gives you the chance to build your résumé, grow your network, and gain international experience—all in an English-speaking hub of culture, innovation, and oppor
See All 9 ProgramsAIFS Abroad
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Spend a semester or academic year in the modern and cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, Spain, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester studying at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). Courses are taught in English or Spanish, with no previous Spanish language study required. There a
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Expand your horizons with a medical volunteer experience or internship abroad! Our programs are ideal for students of nursing, medicine, dentistry and public health. Our wide variety of programs allows for students in all years, with all levels of experience, to get the most out of the experience. I
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IMA offers an opportunity to enhance your medical and healthcare knowledge with International Medical Aid's Pre-Med and Health Fellowships. Crafted for pre-med undergraduates, medical students, and high school students, these fellowships offer a unique chance to engage deeply with global health care
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Combine professional experience with life on Spain’s Mediterranean coast through the Expanish Semester Internship in Málaga. This program allows students to earn academic credit while gaining hands-on experience in a part-time internship placement aligned with their field of study. Students typical
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Looking to get ahead over the summer, need academic credit as part of your degree, or just graduated and wondering what’s next? Turn your academic achievements into professional work experience with a 1-12 month internship in the UK. What is Intern UK A cultural, creative, and corporate superpower
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Internship in Japan by SEKAIA Inc. (formerly ICC Consultants Inc.) Internship in Japan by SEKAIA is Japan’s leading internship program, connecting global talent with professional opportunities across the country. Based in the heart of Tokyo since 1988, we offer one of the largest networks of excit
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A year-round circulation of tropical and warm weather has made Costa Rica one of the world’s few remaining natural utopias. The country’s untouched beaches, majestic mountains and volcanoes, gorgeous waterfalls, and prolific rainforests are home to more than 500,000 native species. Atlas Internship
See All 10 ProgramsVolunteer for the Visayans
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Volunteer in a nutrition project in the Philippines and help Volunteer for the Visayans address a critical public health issue. Volunteers will work closely with VFV staff and local communities to tailor projects to combat hunger and improve food security through heightened nutritional awareness.
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Fast-track your ski instructor career with EA Ski and Snowboard Training at Lake Tahoe in the USA. Join EA, the world's largest provider of ski and snowboard instructor training courses, on an instructor internship at Northstar. This program will set you up with a paid role as a ski instructor. I
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Intern abroad with Linguistic Horizons in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru! We are located at the foot of the Andes mountains between Cusco and Machu Picchu! This program is ideal for those who want to go off the beaten path to have a truly immersive experience. You'll improve your Spanish, exp
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Mente Argentina's international internship program in Buenos Aires bridges the gap between those who want an extraordinary internship experience and the companies and organizations in the city that need talented, diverse individuals to work on short and long-term projects. Mente Argentina cooperates
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Get out of your comfort zone, and into the hospital – abroad. Voted a Top Rated Program for 2026, the Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program is designed for future healthcare professionals who want to build global awareness, cultural sensitivity, and a strong international network before they even sta
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Are you looking for a J-1 Visa Sponsor to assist you with facilitating your STEM internship or professional training in the USA? Spirit Cultural Exchange has over 20 years of experience as a J-1 Visa Sponsor. We provide J-1 Visa Intern and Trainee program support to international STEM students an
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In today's competitive world, it is important to make sure your résumé stands out from the crowd. The best way to do this is with professional experience abroad. We arrange internships for students and graduates who are looking to gain experience in any field, except human medicine. Placements
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Study abroad in the historic city of Granada, Spain. Home to flamenco music and the world-famous Alhambra palace, Granada is the ideal study abroad destination. Surrounded by the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains and within an hour of Spain’s tropical Mediterranean coastline, you are positioned fo
World Endeavors
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Ireland's charming people, beautiful rolling green hills, and dramatic coastline combined with its bustling and diverse economy make it the perfect destination for interns looking for rewarding professional opportunities and life-changing personal experiences. World Endeavors interns in Ireland li
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Gain work experience in New Zealand through customized internship placements offered by Intern NZ. Internships can be arranged in a variety of locations throughout New Zealand, and in any industry. The placements are especially ideal for students and graduates who want to earn academic credits and w
Child Family Health International
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The CFHI Virtual Global Health elective offers inter-professional trainees a unique opportunity to build key Global Health competencies. Students will explore global and public health issues broadly, highlighting how health systems around the world deliver healthcare in a variety of environments, ex
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Gain unparalleled exposure to the world of medicine through a structured shadowing program that provides valuable insights into the inner workings of a professional healthcare environment. This internship is tailored to enhance your medical knowledge and prepare you for a successful career. This sh
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Start your medical journey early in Greece with a 2-week High School Clinical Exposure Program (July 18–July 31, 2026), designed for students aged 17+ who are passionate about healthcare, medicine, and global exposure. Set in the historic land of Hippocrates, this program introduces you to real hosp
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Join Toucan Abroad and other students from around the US in this highly enriching program. We aim to expand your perspective and grow into future leaders in the field of physical therapy through exposure to the work of licensed PT specialists. You’ll shadow them while they provide expert patient car
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Experience working abroad in Australia through the internship programs offered by Intern OZ. They specialize in arranging customized internship placements in all industries, depending on individual desired learning outcomes. The placements are ideal for University students interested in gaining cred
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Explore traditional plant medicine and community-based healing practices in the Ecuadorian Amazon through an immersive internship rooted in cultural exchange, ethnobotany, and sustainable living. Participants live with Indigenous Kichwa host families and gain firsthand exposure to the chakra system
See All 3 ProgramsWorldStrides
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Gain hands-on experience through an internship in New Zealand, a country known for innovation, sustainability, and breathtaking landscapes. Develop professional skills in fields like engineering, environmental science, ecotourism, social work, psychology, media, education, and more. With placements
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We believe that health is a human right, so we work with key partners in Livingstone, Zambia, to help break the inter-generational cycles of poverty that limit access to quality healthcare. As a Public Health intern with African Impact, gain exposure to many health issues and get involved in variou
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The Barcelona Summer Internship Program is designed to help you develop your Spanish language and professional skills while interning in this Mediterranean metropolis. You will enroll in a required 3- to 6-credit academic internship seminar with other IES interns that gives context to what you're le
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Ready to elevate your college experience? Look no further than the Seoul Internship Program by Absolute Internship! It has been designed for students deeply interested in South Korea and looking to stand out from their peers. Join other ambitious and driven college students from around the world in
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Are you looking for hands-on work experience to help launch your professional career? One of the best ways to impress prospective employers is to complete an international internship! Students appreciate the unique opportunity the Spanish Institute provides through our internship program. With the
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This all-in-one semester begins with one month traveling Spain by train, followed by two months in Barcelona where you choose your pathway. You’ll build soft skills (communication, confidence, problem-solving), hard skills (Spanish, digital tools, cooking), professional skills through internships or
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Take the next step toward your career growth in innovation! The global CEO Internship puts you ahead of the game. We train innovators of the future so you can get work faster. Innovation is a team sport, and we can’t do it alone. With HEX, you’ll build a supportive, global network of peers and mento
Instituto Hemingway
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Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people's lives. You'll work side-by-side with local people in local/international companies, you will have a chance to cooperate with others from all around the world, and still have time for your own personal adventures.
See All 2 ProgramsCEA
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Intern abroad in Rome and discover la dolce vita—the sweet life. Imagine studying art history as you gaze up at the Sistine Chapel or learning theology just a few blocks from the Vatican. Life in the Eternal City is an experience of a lifetime! Located in the vibrant Prati neighborhood, the CEA C
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This exciting program offers internships for participants currently studying medicine. Placements are available in several notable private and public full-service hospitals in Chiang Mai. In all cases, volunteers/interns can work closely with a supervising physician and are paired with a full-time
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Looking for a teaching internship abroad with real classroom responsibility — not just observation? At Lüderitz Blue School, Southern Namibia's only international Cambridge IGCSE school, you'll teach or tutor motivated students in a small, close-knit environment where your subject expertise genuinel
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Embark on a journey to immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of one of Peru's most enchanting cities while simultaneously gaining invaluable experience within the heart of a dynamic nonprofit organization. Within these picturesque surroundings, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to joi
See All 9 ProgramsAcademic Programs International
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Italy is one of the most complex and enticing places in Europe. A contemporary, industrialized nation with an artistic and architectural heritage that few other countries can rival. It is also a Mediterranean country with a southern European sensibility, where traditional attitudes still prevail. Th
See All 10 ProgramsInstitute for Global Studies
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Through World Internships, we offer flexible customized internships (volunteers are also welcome) in a variety of fields in the "Land Down Under". Realize your dream of living and working in beautiful Australia while enjoying exceptional support and group activities that will engage you with both yo
See All 9 ProgramsIFSA, Institute for Study Abroad
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Build professional skills in a city known for warm hospitality! Your Dublin summer combines professional work experience with business-focused education, in a city known for international business and tech. Whether you explore IT or PR, you’ll gain skills employers will notice under the guidance
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Imagine combining your love for animals with the chance to change lives. In Córdoba, Argentina, our Canine and Equine Therapy Volunteer Program gives you that opportunity. You’ll work alongside dedicated therapists using dogs and horses to help children and adults improve mobility, emotional well-be
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We arrange virtual internships and volunteer placements in diverse areas, including psychology, business, and Ayurveda. As a remote intern, you will work for an organization in India. Instead of boarding a plane and traveling overseas, you will communicate with the supervisor and colleagues via vid
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Dental internships abroad are a great opportunity for everyone who is studying to become a dentist and would like to gain some valuable work experience. Especially in developing countries, there is still a lot of room for improvement when it comes to dental hygiene, so dental volunteers are much nee
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30-Day Rwanda Academic & Professional Tour: The 30-Day Rwanda Academic & Professional Tour, organized by Gama Travel & Tour Agency in Rwanda – the Land of a Thousand Hills – offers international students, professors, and university staff an immersive academic and experiential learning program. This
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Empower, educate, and uplift — join our Women Empowerment Volunteer Program in India and be part of a powerful movement helping women gain confidence, skills, and independence. Through this meaningful volunteer experience with Volunteering Journeys, you’ll work closely with women and girls from unde
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At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Armenia offers interns an exceptional blend of ancient heritage and entrepreneurial momentum. In this compact yet ambitious nation, interns gain hands-on experience where their contributions create tangible impact. Yerevan, the capital, pulses with café culture
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ISDSI offers independent 8-week internships in the summer (June through July). Internships are a unique opportunity to explore a field or topic you are interested in, help you prepare for graduate school, explore an area you are curious about, or see if this might be something you’d like to do more
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Immerse yourself in China in this tailored journey of adventure, business culture, and language. Go on an unforgettable summer program designed to blend academic learning with deep cultural discovery. Offered in partnership with top Chinese universities and language institutions, it allows you to f
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Join our medical research program in the Dominican Republic! It introduces students to the concepts, lifecycle, and execution of research topics and models. We're looking for motivated individuals to join us for 5 days working with local medical doctors for on-the-ground data collection. Then, you s
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Volunteers assist our partners with a variety of public health improvement activities that help Ugandans stay healthy and make good decisions for their families. They talk to people in schools, village meetings, private homes, and churches about health care issues directly affecting them. They also
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Want to improve your resumé and gain more work experience in your field? Ever thought of taking a virtual international Internship position? Based in Spain, EUROACE provides internship positions for international students and young professionals, in a range of companies whose headquarters can be fo
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Join this hands-on internship and help low-income Indigenous communities access clean drinking water through education and infrastructure projects. THE CHALLENGE Safe drinking water is a human right, yet nearby communities face contamination, deforestation, and poor storage and filtration. Many rel
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South Korea has a unique culture and history that has already reached far beyond Asia, impacting many parts of the Western world. In just a few decades, the Land of the Morning Calm rose to one of the globe’s richest economies and hosts many world-renowned brands from various industries - a dynamic
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Have the opportunity to shadow doctors for 20+ hours per week in this program. Learn from and build relationships with physicians in each specialty you rotate in as well as participate in excursions to enhance your intercultural perspectives. Show MD/DO/PA school admissions you can compare and contr
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The New Zealand Internships Professional Internship Program is designed for candidates seeking high-quality, professional work experience in almost any industry in New Zealand. The most popular of the programs, it is an excellent way to gain skills and exposure in a professional working environment
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Colombia’s economy is flourishing, it's the rising star of Latin America, and is now one of the world's most exciting destinations, leading the world in post-pandemic tourism growth, making it the perfect destination for an internship abroad. Intern Colombia provides first-class internships combine
See All 2 ProgramsCIS Abroad
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CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and
See All 3 ProgramsFundación Aldeas De Paz - Peace Villages Foundation
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Immerse yourself in the reality of healthcare in the Dominican Republic with this unique opportunity. Gain invaluable hands-on experience alongside medical professionals and volunteers in hospitals or neighborhood health clinics. Witness and have the chance to observe and learn about the differences
Elective Africa
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The Elective Africa Pre-Medical Shadowing Internship is ideal for undergraduate students or those who have just finished their pre-med training. This gives you an opportunity to gain medical shadowing experience in preparation for application to medical school. At the same time, gain exposure to a h
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Go-Elective offers medical students, pre-med undergraduates, and medical practitioners a unique opportunity to explore healthcare delivery in Africa. Our longstanding collaboration with local treatment centers and training institutions abroad gives our participants exceptional access to mentorship a
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This internship program is tailored to fulfill your academic requirements and personal and professional learning goals. You can select flexible durations of 3, 4, 6, or 8 weeks. You are then paired with projects that align with your academic requirements, career goals, and personal interests while
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During this two-week internship in tropical Belize, you will participate in clinical nursing rotations wherein you shadow Belizean nurses and medical professionals. Spend a week shadowing nurses at hospital facilities in San Ignacio and another week with community health workers from surrounding to
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Join us for a transformative internship/research experience that blends professional growth with deep cultural immersion. Our program welcomes students & graduates from diverse disciplines, whether you’re studying entrepreneurship, behavioral economics, public health, international development, nonp
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Join Korea GapYear's Internship Program for a life-changing experience! Designed with you in mind, our program is here to help you discover your path while exploring the exciting work culture of South Korea. Tailored for those unsure about their career direction, our program offers a unique opportu
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Choose our Internship in Australia program at Jobs And Internships Abroad and gain an outstanding professional experience while discovering a new country. Whatever your interests, we guarantee that the Australian way of life will charm you. Do you fancy a swim in calm, deep blue waters after a long
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Are you taking up medicine or nursing and looking for an internship? Travel to Vietnam, where you will conduct practical fieldwork and gain professional experience in your field of study. At the same time, explore the current situation of the health sector in developing countries. The fast-growing
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Apply medical theories you have learned in school and gain hands-on experience by volunteering at a clinic or hospital in Peru. This program, offered by Vive Peru, involves collaborating and working alongside local medical staff, helping you learn first-hand about local healthcare systems. You will
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You don’t have to break the bank to learn a new language, explore a new culture, or acquire compulsory work experience in another country. Whether you seek an internship or a volunteering opportunity, Magister will help you realize that dream trip to South Africa. At Magister South Africa, we have
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This program is intended for medical students who have already enrolled or been admitted to medical schools and colleges in their country. Our participants are typically in their first, second, third, fourth, and fifth years of study. Applicants must provide proof of admission to medical school befo
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Ghana is often considered the top destination in Africa for volunteering in laboratory and diagnostic research. Located in West Africa, Ghana offers a relatively peaceful environment and well-distributed health facilities across the country. Many of these facilities include laboratories or diagnosti
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Join a medical internship in Argentina and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goal of health and well-being for all. Gain real experience and learn about another country's healthcare system, all while supporting the welfare of people from local communities. Step outside your comfort zone,
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Discover all-inclusive internship programs in Mexico with Intern México. Our mission is to provide the best possible experience for students, graduates, and young professionals seeking personal and professional growth. We support you at every step of your journey. From tailored placements linked to
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Lite Regal Education and our full-time, sister school – Lite Regal College independent Schools, with branches in London and Cambridge – are proud to offer a Medical Internship and Doctor Shadowing Program at London University and Cambridge University. There are two categories based on age groups: -
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Screening / Medical Check-Up We will take weight, height, BMI, temperature, cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure measurements for both children and adults. About 3,000 patients are expected to receive medical attention, each receiving prescriptions to collect needed medicines at our dispensa
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Step inside an emergency department where no two shifts are the same, resources are stretched, and clinical judgement matters. Based in Arusha, Tanzania, this Emergency and Trauma placement gives medical, nursing and allied health participants an honest look at frontline care in a busy, resource-li
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The Sustainable Systems Learning Programme (SSLP) offers an immersive exploration of sustainability through the interconnected lenses of people, nature, and society. Based in Krabi, Thailand, the programme combines hands-on experiences with systems thinking, regenerative living, community engagement
The University of Minnesota
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Live and study in Madrid—Spain's alluring and lively capital city. This program is geared toward students who would like to improve their beginning or intermediate Spanish language skills and take English-taught courses. Areas of study include art history, business, communications and media, cultur
See All 2 ProgramsELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs
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Practice your knowledge in medicine and healthcare with our placement in Ecuador, a diverse country on South America's west coast. ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs offer medical and healthcare internships across Ecuador. These suits anyone interested in pursuing a career in medicine, nursing, m
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Empower Girls by Fighting Period Poverty in Uganda Join My Shepherd House Ministries in Kamuli District, Uganda, and help improve the lives of vulnerable girls through menstrual health education and sanitary pad distribution. Many girls in our communities miss school every month because they canno
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Gain practical healthcare experience while supporting communities in Karonga District, Northern Malawi. TWESA's Medical Internship Program provides students and aspiring healthcare professionals with opportunities to learn alongside local healthcare providers in hospitals, health centers, and commu
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This four-week field course explores the intersections of economics, health, medicine, and social development in the tropics—with Belize as the focus. Its objective is to provide students with knowledge and insight into the epidemiology, diagnosis, therapy, and prevention of tropical diseases. Empha
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Ziriya Global Med™ International Clinical Programme — Zanzibar, Tanzania The Ziriya Global Med International Clinical Programme is a structured, supervised global health experience based in Zanzibar, East Africa. Delivered in collaboration with Kizimkazi Health Centre, the programme gives medical, d
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You came to grow. We built a programme worthy of that. Every placement at Hands-On Institute (HOI) begins with a question most programmes never ask: what do you want to build? Your skills, your professional confidence, intercultural learning and humility, your understanding of how development, heal
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ZIVO is a community-based internship and volunteering organization located in Zanzibar, dedicated to creating meaningful impact through healthcare, education, community development, and cultural exchange programs. ZIVO connects international volunteers and interns with local communities, providing o
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Seeking a pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, or global and public health-related leadership opportunity abroad? Join the VAW Global Team Leader Fellowship. We are looking for Team Leaders and Chapter Presidents at your university or within your community! The Team Leader (TL) will have a numb
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Join Lite College Ltd.'s 1- to 4-week Medical Internship and Shadowing Program, designed for UK and international students aged 17+ interested in studying medicine or currently enrolled in an MBBS course. This program gives students early exposure to real medical settings in the UK, helping them bu
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Join our hospital team in Karonga, Malawi, and work alongside experienced doctors and nurses while gaining practical experience in a real-world healthcare setting. As an intern, you’ll support patient care, observe clinical procedures, accompany doctors on rounds, and assist with health data collect
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Peru is a land of incredible contrasts, where the snow-capped peaks of the Andes meet the lush depths of the Amazon Rainforest. Whether you are an aspiring medical professional, a history enthusiast, or on an adventurous gap year, Peru offers a breathtaking setting for cultural immersion and meaning
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Key Responsibilities of Grant Manager at FIEN Foundation: Researching Funding Opportunities: Identifying potential funding sources (foundations, government grants, corporations, and individual donors) that align with the FIEN Foundation's mission. Writing and Submitting Grant Proposals: Crafting
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The Uganda medical volunteer program, organized by the Ssamba Foundation, offers skilled medical professionals and students a chance to experience a new culture and working environment while learning and developing their specialized medical knowledge. This is a unique opportunity to gain first-hand
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Join the Molise Italian Studies Full Semester program, which is unique in the sense that you combine various experiences! You will complete a comprehensive pair of Intercultural Citizenship classes and take Italian language lessons. Plus, gain valuable experience within your field of study and give
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Based in Kampala, Uganda, the ThriveWell™ Child Protection & Trauma Recovery Internship offers a structured, supervised placement inside a governed child protection system. Hosted by Rescue Mission for Street Life (RMFSL), this program is grounded in the principle of trauma recovery before reintegr
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Join Texas Tech's full-service campus in Costa Rica and gain real-world, cross-cultural experience in one of Latin America's most dynamic economies. Beyond its breathtaking biodiversity and ecotourism, Costa Rica is a strategic business hub with over 300 multinational companies including U.S.-based
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A medical internship in Sri Lanka offers an invaluable opportunity for medical students, recent graduates, or healthcare professionals to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Typically lasting from a few weeks to several months, these internships can be based in urban or rural hospitals,
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Join the Teaching English Program in Rome! Many people in Italy lack access to proper English language education due to low-quality schooling and limited resources. The Teaching English project provides language lessons for various groups. Volunteers help structure education programs according to th
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Most clinics and hospitals only accept certified professionals in the medical/healthcare sector, or interns. If you are looking for valuable hands-on medical experience, there are possibilities in the hospitals in Arusha. You will also be able to work at rural health posts and community clinics. Pa
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As a BLUE Intern, you will play a pivotal role in improving the lives of challenged communities in the Dominican Republic. You will oversee the construction of essential infrastructure, including ventilated pit latrines and water systems while cultivating strong partnerships with other interns, volu
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This 4-week program in Seville, Spain is designed for aspiring pre-med and pre-health students seeking real-world clinical exposure abroad. The first two weeks focus on earning the internationally recognized PHTLS (Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support) certification, followed by two weeks of hospital ro
See All 4 ProgramsArcadia Abroad
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Gain a professional edge with a transformative summer internship in Dublin, a city celebrated for its vibrant energy and welcoming atmosphere. We will match you with a tailored placement at a leading Irish company or non-profit—in fields like marketing, NGOs, government, or the creative arts—to ensu
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Our Be Future Ready Internships offer comprehensive professional work experience in India, designed to build resilience and competence in an uncertain world. Placements are available across numerous sectors, including IT, marketing, finance, engineering, and social work. Why Intern in India? The pr
ProBa Language Centre
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Grab this opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in a real work setting. The "Russian Project," an internship program offered by ProBa Language Centre, is 4 to 16 weeks of community work combined with intensive Russian language training in St. Petersburg. This is an ideal path for people ea
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Unlock your potential and groove with growth! Step up your academic and professional journey at a K-pop mentorship hub! Asia Hope Camp Organization's internship program provides high school and university students with hands-on NGO experience, fostering organizational, research, professional commun
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Join our Healthcare Experience project, also open to interns, and assist at one of two local hospitals in Zanzibar. Gain practical experience on the ground while experiencing how the medical and healthcare system works on an island in a developing country with a different culture. Most sub-Sahara
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Learn from and in the Amazon Rainforest—all while helping conserve and teach about sustainability! Join Manna Project International in this opportunity to preserve and grow sustainability and ecotourism in indigenous Kichwa communities in Ecuador's Amazon Rainforest. As an intern, you'll collabora
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Tulane University's Center for Global Education (CGE) offers a diverse array of international internship opportunities designed to enhance students' academic, career, and personal development. These internships are available across various fields, providing Tulane students with the chance to gain va
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This new medical program supports the healthcare system in Codo Del Pozuzo, a town in the Province of Puerto Inca, in the Department of Huánuco, Peru. The community struggles with inadequate infrastructure and limited resources, so interns are highly needed. Participate in this project and help th
A Guide to Health Internships Abroad
Why Intern Abroad
Students in the health sciences field are preparing themselves for a demanding professional career in which every bit of experience will likely come in handy, and an international health internship is a fantastic addition to any student’s professional practice. Add to that the possibility of using a health science degree to move on to professional schools in fields such as medicine, dentistry, and physical therapy, and you have every reason to add a resume boosting international experience to your education. Students interning abroad in health sciences will be exposed to the widely varied approaches to health care present around the world, including methods and treatments that may be different to what can be found in Western countries like the United States.
Interns can also utilize international internship experience as a great networking opportunity, expanding their professional contacts list to span not just cities and states, but borders as well. Finally, international health internships can and often will expose students to types of patient care environments that simply cannot be found within their own country’s borders. Through a health internship abroad students will come face to face with the difficulties of health delivery in places where health care systems are practically (and sometimes literally) non-existent, and experience that is both eye-opening and humbling.
Locations
The location sought out for an international health internship will depend largely on the specific subset of health care a student is pursuing.
Academically Based. A top choice for students looking for a health internship abroad that is more academic than field work based is none other than Germany. Germany is a global leader in almost every science field, and health sciences are no exception. With constant breakthroughs in epidemiology, neurology, and biomedical sciences, Germany is a top notch, first world destination, especially for students hoping to go to professional schools in medicine, dentistry, optometry, and related fields.
Hands On Based. Students studying health fields related to human movement could be hard pressed to find a more appropriate international internship destination than Australia for experience in their chosen professions. Students interested in fields like physical therapy, athletic training, and sports medicine can find plenty of internship opportunities for health science in Australia’s expansive sporting culture, as well as more research based opportunities in sports performance and human physiology laboratories, of which Australia has some of the finest in the world.
Rural/Need Based. These health internships abroad are more suited for either medical students or students in fields like public health, social work, or health systems administration. International health internships available in places like Uganda, Nepal, and Cambodia focus primarily on delivering healthcare to those who need it most. Having minimal or no access to healthcare is one of the largest preventable health disparities on Earth, and health internships in places like these will focus not only on educating the student, but on making them an active part of the fight to rectify the health crisis at hand. If you can handle the absence of many modern comforts, then a health internship abroad in a developing nation might be the perfect mix of professional and personal experience.
Health Science Internships Abroad
Since the health science field is so large and diverse, the types of placements interns may find will be equally as varied. However, the main focus of the field will always remain the patients themselves. This means that almost any internship opportunity in health sciences will involve interacting with and providing health care catering to the needs of local patients.
In terms of day to day life as a health intern, established medical professionals are likely to oversee students, providing guidance and training throughout daily tasks. For most interns, the type of work performed daily will be required again in some professional capacity later in their careers. Skills such as data collection and logging methods, basic physiologic testing practices, and standard laboratory techniques are all commonly expected to be attained by interns, serving them well in their future educational and professional careers.
The biggest difference between domestic and international health internships may be in their time frames. In the health sciences, it is commonly accepted that students have a relatively stringent academic schedule to stick to. Agencies asking for interns to travel overseas are likely to offer their internships in a smaller time span than those back home. Full summer internship programs are about as long as international internships will get, allowing students to complete their experience without having to jeopardize their graduation plans. Shorter opportunities are also readily available, accepting interns for anywhere from one to four weeks, meaning an international health internship can easily be squeezed into even a short break from school.
As a note, due to the shorter length of the experience as a whole, interns are quite often expected to work no less than full time during international health internships. These hours can be filled with work in a variety of settings, but students should still expect to be working in at least some capacity for a majority of their stay.
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Invaluable & Irreplaceable Experience. Perhaps the biggest benefit from an international health internship will come in the form of experience. Not only is an internship abroad a fantastic addition to any resume, be it for a job or for acceptance to professional school, but it is an invaluable addition to the education of any future health professional. Learning to adapt your current knowledge to a new setting and apply it successfully is a highly sought after skill in almost any field, but especially so in the health sciences. Everyday health professionals experience change, be it in their location, their care techniques, or simply in their patients. Demonstrating that you have a history of dealing with these challenges and succeeding will be a major advantage moving forward in your career.
Build Your Network. Networking is crucial in the health industry, and an international health internship will open doors that would be completely unattainable through a domestic internship. Having contacts overseas is a way to share health data and learn from the methods of others who may not approach problems the same way you do. In the health field, this can be incredibly beneficial, as we are all just human beings and tend to suffer from the same health issues regardless of location. The effective treatment of various conditions is a major goal for every health care system, and the ability to share ideas and information around the world is key to the advancement of healthcare for all.
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