Public Health & Medicine Internship in the Ecuadorian Amazon
Program Overview
Gain firsthand experience in public health and healthcare delivery while living in Ecuador's Amazon region. This immersive internship places participants with local clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and public health organizations serving rural and underserved communities.
Interns shadow healthcare professionals, observe clinical practices, and support community health initiatives focus...
Gain firsthand experience in public health and healthcare delivery while living in Ecuador's Amazon region. This immersive internship places participants with local clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and public health organizations serving rural and underserved communities.
Interns shadow healthcare professionals, observe clinical practices, and support community health initiatives focused on nutrition, disease prevention, reproductive health, hygiene, and health education. Placements provide valuable exposure to healthcare systems, patient care, and public health challenges in a cross-cultural setting.
Participants live with host families and gain insight into the social, cultural, and environmental factors that influence health and wellbeing in the Amazon. Weekly visits to hea...
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Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
Updated Oct 1, 2026
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Locations
- Tena, Ecuador
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 1-3 Months
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $1,200
- 4 weeks: $2,200
Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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Participants live with host families in rural communities throughout Ecuador's Napo province. Homes are modest but generally include electricity, running water, and limited internet access. Living with a host family provides a unique opportunity for cultural immersion, language practice, and a deeper understanding of the social and environmental factors that influence health and wellbeing in the Amazon.
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