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Medical Internships for Groups of High School Students

by: Our Generation Voluntary Organisation

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Join our medical volunteering/internship in Ghana for teenagers and gain work experience by shadowing doctors in a clinical setting. You’ll get involved in health checks during outreach campaigns. You’ll encounter various diseases and conditions, and learn to diagnose and treat them. This is a valuable experience to add to your résumé, which could enhance your future career prospects. You’ll gain plenty of practical experience in Ghana. During outreach programs, you’ll treat minor wounds and measure blood sugar and blood pressure levels. You’ll also help raise awareness of specific diseases and their prevention methods. You’ll live and work in or outside Kumasi with a group of students your age and stay with a local host family. When you’re not working, we’ve organized plenty of social and cultural activities, including weekend trips, to keep you busy. Throughout your time in Ghana, OGVO staff will be available to assist you with any concerns. This volunteering/internship is perfect if you’re a young student considering a future career in medicine. You’ll get medical work experience by shadowing doctors on their rounds and other activities.

Program Highlights

Learn about common diseases and health conditions in Ghana and Africa in general.

Gain practical experience in healthcare while assisting nurses with minor procedures, such as treating wounds.

Help raise health awareness by making presentations on common issues.

Enjoy perks that come with the program, including cultural activities and weekend excursions.

Make friends with locals and other high school students from countries around the world.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Kumasi, Ghana
Starts At: $1250-1500
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
Age Requirement: 14-20
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • South African
  • Kiwi
  • All Nationalities
  • Asian
  • British
  • Irish
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Last Updated: Aug 21, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Kumasi, Ghana

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break

Age Requirement

14-20

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

$1250-1500

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Group Meals
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • Guide / Chaperone
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Letter of Recommendation

Refund Policy

Other

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Other

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