Optometry & Pre-Optometry Internships Abroad | IMA
Program Overview
International Medical Aid’s Optometry Internships focus on vision care in eye clinics, hospital eye units, and community screening programs. The program welcomes undergraduates, pre-optometry and optometry students, pre-med and medical students, graduates, and healthcare professionals. High-school applicants follow IMA’s high-school pathway, with activities suited to their age and preparation.
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International Medical Aid’s Optometry Internships focus on vision care in eye clinics, hospital eye units, and community screening programs. The program welcomes undergraduates, pre-optometry and optometry students, pre-med and medical students, graduates, and healthcare professionals. High-school applicants follow IMA’s high-school pathway, with activities suited to their age and preparation.
You’ll observe eye exams, refraction, and care for conditions such as refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, and infections. Interns may assist with visual acuity screenings, patient flow, and health education under supervision. Licensed providers remain responsible for prescribing and patient management.
Community outreach introduces you to preventable vision loss, school-based screen...
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What's Included
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Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Health Sciences
- Optometry & Vision Sciences
- Public Health
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Updated Oct 26, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Ecuador
- Kenya
- Peru
- Colombia
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Health Sciences
- Optometry & Vision Sciences
- Public Health
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
- Resume
- Transcript
Age Requirement
14+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
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Payment Terms
- Payment Plan
- Scholarships
- Upfront Deposit
Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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Pre-optometry students, current optometry students, and recent graduates planning careers in eye care or vision science are best suited for this track.
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