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MAXIMO NIVEL
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Maximo Nivel is a locally based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Volunteer abroad—get involved, make an impact, and learn to serv...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. ...
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International Medical Aid (IMA)
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International Medical Aid (IMA) proudly pioneers nursing and pre-nursing internships globally, catering to students and practitioners eager to am...
Volunteer for the Visayans
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Volunteer at a health clinic in the Philippines and help augment support to understaffed and underfunded health clinics in rural towns outside Tacloban City. This volunteer project is ideal for volunteers looking to experience the Philippines' healthcare industry or implement their professional medi
The Real Uganda
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The Real Uganda's volunteers assist our partners with a variety of empowering community-based activities. Volunteers split their time between these locally requested interventions: Public health and clinical work: Volunteers work in rural clinics providing testing, treatment, counseling services,
See All 2 ProgramsAdelante Abroad
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Explore Internships and Volunteer Programs in Mexico with Adelante Abroad Mexico is a country renowned for its ancient ruins, vibrant culture, and stunning beaches. With Adelante Abroad, you’ll gain practical experience in your chosen field while fully immersing yourself in Mexican life and culture
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Expand your horizons with a medical volunteer experience or internship abroad! Our programs are ideal for students of nursing, medicine, dentistry and public health. Our wide variety of programs allows for students in all years, with all levels of experience, to get the most out of the experience. I
See All 9 ProgramsMente Argentina
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Spend time in some of Buenos Aires' best clinics, hospitals, and public health research institutions, supporting both patients and nursing staff! Volunteers gather data and study community and clinical health challenges, including both large-scale pandemics and rare illnesses. Volunteers may hav
Jakera: Learn Spanish, Volunteer and Adventure
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This program offers a full 8-week "All In" experience combining adventure and cultural exchange in Costa Rica and Cuba. Spend one month in each country embracing the lifestyle, enjoying the best activities, and making a positive impact by supporting local communities. Start in Costa Rica with Spani
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This program provides additional staff to a medical clinic in a small coastal town. The local community welcomes volunteers with a wide range of experience, from pre-med and med students to practicing personnel. Individuals without relevant training can apply as well. Joining this volunteer project
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Learn about the organization of the Philippines' mostly devolved health system and the different issues in providing appropriate healthcare in the context of its unique geography while witnessing its cultural diversity and natural beauty. Many remote, hard-to-reach islands, otherwise known as geogra
See All 17 ProgramsConnect-123 Internship Programs
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Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—and give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in your career? Connect-123 designs fully customized programs that match your background and goals, offering hands-on experience in some of the world’s most exciting cities:
See All 4 ProgramsVolunteer World
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Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find a program that matches your interests and skills through Volunteer World! We are the largest volunteer abroad comparison platform around the globe, enabling you to seek and compare offers from major travel agencies as well as smaller g
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Sign-up for our medical volunteering programs abroad if you are a medical or healthcare student who is aspiring for a medical career but needs real-time training and mentoring. You don’t necessarily have to have a medical degree, as requirements are different for each program. There are even pre-med
See All 9 ProgramsPhilotimo Med Abroad
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A structured international clinical shadowing experience designed for pre-med, medical, nursing, and allied health students who want more than classroom learning — they want real exposure. This program places you in real hospital environments in the birthplace of modern medicine, the land of Hippocr
WorldStrides
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Valparaíso and Viña del Mar are coastal sister cities 68 miles northwest of Santiago. A city of seafaring traditions and grand hilltop views, Valparaíso is known as “the Jewel of the Pacific.” It functions as the primary commercial harbor, naval base, and seat of political power for the country and
See All 7 ProgramsCarpe Diem Education
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Pulling the best of all our programming, Latitudes is a sequential, growth-oriented experience for students looking to see the landscape before diving deeper. It is an immersive gap year experience combining a group travel semester and an individual volunteer placement. As a Latitudes student, you’l
GoBeyond Student Travel
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Travel through China and make a difference in the lives of those who, by no fault of their own, have been left behind. Live in Beijing, the bustling capital city, and lend a helping hand by spending time with physically disabled children in one of its many private foster homes. When you are not cha
Spanish Institute for Global Education
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Are you looking for hands-on work experience to help launch your professional career? One of the best ways to impress prospective employers is to complete an international internship! Students appreciate the unique opportunity the Spanish Institute provides through our internship program. With the
Kar Geno-Center for Hope, Kenya
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We offer a unique Voluntourism & Cultural Exploration Program in Kisumu County, Western Kenya. This opportunity is designed for individuals who want to balance meaningful volunteer work with exploring local culture, nature, and tourist attractions. Participants spend part of their time supporting c
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Best Locations
Volunteer projects in nursing range from working in remote areas where basic medical care can be scarce, to locations with cutting-edge work on infectious diseases. You can help pediatric patients, geriatric patients, and everyone in between. Some of the best places for nursing volunteer programs abroad are:
Vietnam. Nursing volunteer projects abroad are plentiful here. Vietnam is a popular destination for volunteering with nursing, and offers support positions for those who might be new to the field. Typical opportunities would include supporting post-surgical medical teams and visiting with sick children who are hospital-bound. The larger hospitals, especially those in Ho Chi Minh City, have English-speaking medical teams so knowledge of Vietnamese is not required (but those interested in learning the language will be able to do so).
Kenya. Volunteering for nursing in this African country could mean working with skilled medical teams in refugee camps in Nairobi, assisting with national women’s health initiatives, or providing much-needed support to orphanages and children’s welfare programs. If you’re willing to challenge yourself in an environment where resources can occasionally be difficult to secure, you will find that nursing volunteer projects abroad in Kenya will test your skills and grow your experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Volunteering abroad as a nurse, whether you’re a student or you already have a license, is a great opportunity to boost your career. It allows you to gain medical insights while making an impact on local communities.
Registered nurses can volunteer in Ukraine, with the government and several NGOs constantly looking for ways to help the army and civilians. Relevant experience and the ability to work in stressful environments are required for such roles.
The duties of a volunteer nurse vary based on previous experience, program location, and organization. Nursing students typically assist local doctors, while licensed nurses carry out more hands-on tasks (if permitted in the host country).
Nursing volunteers are needed globally. Thailand is an ideal destination for health education, while South Africa is popular for HIV/AIDS placements. Costa Rica and Peru are for volunteers interested in a Spanish-speaking healthcare setting.
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