Dentistry/Pre-Dentistry Shadowing & Clinical Experience
Program Overview
Global dental healthcare with International Medical Aid's (IMA) Dental Internships for pre-dental undergraduates, dental students, dentists, and dental hygienists, offers an extraordinary chance to work in some of the world's most underserved regions—East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. Under the mentorship of professionals, interns delve into the complexities of dental care, from public...
Global dental healthcare with International Medical Aid's (IMA) Dental Internships for pre-dental undergraduates, dental students, dentists, and dental hygienists, offers an extraordinary chance to work in some of the world's most underserved regions—East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. Under the mentorship of professionals, interns delve into the complexities of dental care, from public health education to community hygiene clinics, addressing dire needs where dental services are scarce.
IMA, founded at Johns Hopkins University, is a not-for-profit dedicated to not just providing care but enhancing the communities we serve. We forge ethical, sustainable initiatives focused on preventing disease at its source, going beyond the conventional internship.
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- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
- Public Health
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Updated Aug 23, 2026
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Locations
- Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Mombasa, Kenya
- Cusco, Peru
- Bogota, Colombia
Fields & Subjects
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
- Public Health
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
Age Requirement
18-35
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
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Refund Policy
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IMA's Dentistry Internship provides hands-on dental experience in underserved international regions, guided by experienced professionals, for students and practitioners aiming to broaden their skills and impact global dental health.
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XIMENA VELA ROMERO
Participated in 2023
AlumniXimena Vela, 20, from Argentina, is currently studying psychology on a pre-dental track. Her experiences living in various countries have given her a ...
I have always been raised in an international context in countries like Argentina, Bolivia, Trinidad and Tobago, Spain, and the USA. Throughout my life, I have moved to six different countries, allowing me to experience six completely different cultures and ways of life.
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