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Medical and Healthcare Internships in Ecuador

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Program Overview

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, midwifery, physical therapy, or dentistry. The program has been designed to train pre-med and medical students. They gain valuable hands-on experience while working with professional staff in local hospitals, medical NGOs, and clinics. All doctors have experience teaching international students and would love to share their knowledge. Within the medical profession, we offer placements in the following areas: Ophthalmology, Surgery, Gynecology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Dental Health, Pediatrics, Physical Therapy, General Medicine, Laboratory, and many other specialized fields. Medical placements are offered in larger city hospitals and smaller rural medical centers.

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Program Highlights

Take on a professional medical/healthcare placement in a selected host Ecuadorian hospital or a medical organization.
Receive a recommendation and reference from the host medical center upon successful completion of your internship.
Apply your academic knowledge and Spanish skills in an international context.
Boost your career portfolio through an international internship.
Discover more of what Ecuador has to offer.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Internship Placement

Quick Details

Location
Guayaquil, EcuadorIbarra, EcuadorAmbato, EcuadorLatacunga, EcuadorBahia de Caraquez, EcuadorOtavalo, EcuadorGalapagos Islands, EcuadorMontanita, EcuadorPuerto Lopez, EcuadorRural Areas, EcuadorQuito, Ecuador
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement18-35
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Australian
  • Canadian
  • European
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Ambato, Ecuador
  • Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Guayaquil, Ecuador
  • Ibarra, Ecuador
  • Latacunga, Ecuador
  • Montanita, Ecuador
  • Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • Rural Areas, Ecuador

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Intern Duration: 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Australian
  • Canadian
  • European
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: Spanish
  • Education: University Freshman (1st Year)
  • Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • Education: University Junior (3rd Year)
  • Education: University Senior (4th Year)
  • Education: University 5th Year or More
  • Education: Some college credit, no degree
  • Education: Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Education: Associate degree
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Other

Age Requirement

18-35

Duration

1-3 Months, 3-6 Months

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