Nursing Internships and Electives in Asia & Peru
Program Overview
Embark on a life-changing experience through nursing internships abroad that combine hands-on medical learning with meaningful cultural immersion. With Volunteering Journeys, you can join nursing internship programs that allow you to gain practical experience in real healthcare settings while exploring the world.
Asia offers an incredible variety of healthcare environments for nursing students, graduates, and professionals seeking international experience. From vibrant urban hospitals to rural community clinics, you’ll witness diverse medical practices and patient care systems across countries such as India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines. During your nursing elective abroad you’ll shadow local nurses, assist with basic care, observe patient rounds, and contribute to community outreach projects like maternal health education or preventive care workshops. You’ll gain valuable clinical exposure in pediatrics, obstetrics, surgery, and general medicine.This will strengthen your nursing knowledge, boost your global healthcare awareness, and help you develop cultural sensitivity — essential skills for any future healthcare professional.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Science
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Women's Studies
- Community Development
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Public Health
- Experiential Learning
- Internships
- Medical
- Volunteering
Updated Sep 17, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Cochin, India
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Cusco, Peru
- Tacloban City, Philippines
- Da nang, Vietnam
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Sri Lanka
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- After College
- Post High School
- During College
- During High School
- Career Break / Mid-Career
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