Occupational Therapy Internships with IMA

International Medical Aid’s Occupational Therapy Internships put you at the heart of everyday function and independence. This program serves pre-OT students, current OT/OTA students, and recent graduates who want structured observation in pediatric, adult, and community-based settings. You’ll shadow occupational therapists working in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and community clinics. Watch how they evaluate motor skills, sensory needs, cognition, and daily routines, and how they use purposeful activity to help clients return to school, work, and family roles. Interns may assist with group activities, session preparation, and documentation tasks under supervision, but do not carry independent caseloads. You’ll also see how OT principles apply in low-resource environments. Th...