Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMA
Program Overview
Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, exten...
Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, extends beyond traditional borders to bring essential medical aid and education to underserved regions in East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. The internship, underscored by an ethics-based approach to care, enhances clinical skills and lets you explore the cultural and societal nuances of healthcare, facilitated by our seasoned mentors. IMA's commitment to improving global health while als...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Pre-Med
- Public Health
- Community Service & Volunteering
Updated Nov 21, 2025
Program Details
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Locations
- Quito, Ecuador
- France
- Mombasa, Kenya
- Cusco, Peru
Fields & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Pre-Med
- Public Health
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: Year Round
- Duration: 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 3-6 Months, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break
- Intern Duration: Summer, Winter, Short Term, Spring, 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months, Fall
- Terms Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Trimester, Academic Year, Throughout the Year, May Term, Spring Break
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education: Some high school, no diploma
- Education: High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Education: University Freshman (1st Year)
- Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Resume
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 3-6 Months, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break
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The International Medical Aid Pre-Physician Assistant Program offers a distinctive opportunity for Pre-PA students and licensed PAs to immerse themselves in global healthcare settings. This program is designed to enrich participants with clinical experience, allowing them to contribute meaningfully to international communities through direct healthcare service and engagement.
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Kathryn Page
Participated in 2025
AlumniKathryn, a fifth-year General Science student at UBC Okanagan, specializes in Biology and Psychology. She participated in an intercultural exchange in...
Growing up in a rural community in interior British Columbia, I became aware early on of how geography, staffing shortages, and limited resources shape access to healthcare. Even in Kelowna, these challenges persist, reinforcing my curiosity about how social determinants influence patient outcomes beyond a Western or Canadian context.
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Nathan Homsey
Participated in 2021
AlumniNathan Homsey is a pre-PA student currently applying to PA schools, holding a B.S. in Medical Diagnostics from the University of Delaware. He works pa...
I was initially inspired to go abroad after hearing from other clinicians about how beneficial their time was.
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Fatoumata Silimana
Participated in 2023
AlumniFatoumata is a Public Health Science major at the University of Maryland, College Park, pursuing a pre-Physician Assistant track. With clinical experi...
I was inspired to go abroad to continue expanding my knowledge of healthcare across different cultures and countries. As a public health science major on the pre-pa track, I wanted to explore how medicine is delivered in resource-limited settings.
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