Nursing Volunteering in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Come along to Vietnam and provide humanitarian aid, education and community assistance in the bustling Ho Chi Minh City. As Vietnam’s largest city, Ho Chi Minh attracts many tourists, as well as volunteers. Volunteers can assist at a project of their choosing- assisting with child care at a local kindergarten, teaching English to a buddy at a local college, helping serve food in a food shop or assisting in a home for disabled children. No matter the placement choice, volunteers will be having a positive impact on this community.

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Nursing internships abroad are the perfect opportunity for everyone who wants to boost their nursing career and enhance their possibilities. Explore the beauty of Asia, Africa and South America while taking part in a nursing internship and gaining valuable skills and training. College, nursing and pre-nursing students can get some insights into a medical career whilst helping aid projects to make a difference in the lives of the locals. Add this amazing volunteer experience to your CV and learn to work in different surroundings, it will really make you stand out from the crowd!

Choose from any of the programs offered by World Internships in Vietnam. Venture into the field of child care, business, marketing, IT, hospitality, or medicine. Experience the country’s vibrant culture and immerse yourself in the local lifestyle. Work with an organization and company in your area of study while enjoying the natural setting. Also available as a volunteer program, make a difference in your new community and explore Vietnam’s flourishing arts scene. The English-speaking environment makes adjusting to a new culture easy, so you enjoy a truly enriching and rewarding experience!

This volunteer project is best suited to pre-medical and medical students who aim to gain valuable experience in a hospital setting. Travel to Vietnam for this program and have the opportunity to shadow nurses, doctors, and therapists. Depending on your profile and availability, your daily responsibilities may include preparing medication, measuring blood pressure, providing basic triage, and offering wound care. Medical placements depend on the hospital’s schedule and your background. Possible departments include Anaesthesiology, Brain Injury, Mental Health (subject to limitations), Rehabilitation/Occupational therapy, Orthopaedics, Pharmacy (proficiency in Vietnamese required), Speech therapy (proficiency in Vietnamese required), Physiotherapy, Prosthetics workshop, Radiology (Ultrasound), Surgery (spine surgery, skin grafts, joint surgery), Traditional Medicine, Geriatrics, and Internal Medicine. There may also be opportunities to observe staff in the acupuncture and occupational/physical therapy departments.

Vietnam is a hotspot for foodies, thrill-seekers, and beach lovers alike. There’s a lot to love about this country as it stretches from the lush mountains of the north to the seemingly endless rice paddies in the south, with golden sand beaches in between.
 As a fast-growing economy in Southeast Asia, Vietnam offers a wide range of internship opportunities. Not only does it promise exciting careers prospects, but it also provides a vibrant after-work experience. Whatever it is you are seeking, Vietnam has something for anyone: ・Step back in time at the Cu Chi Tunnels. ・Take on kayaking at the Mekong Delta. ・Search for Vietnam’s best pho in Hanoi. ・Let go of a floating lantern at the Hoi An Lantern Festival. As your gateway to Asia, Meiji Internships will accompany you throughout your journey. Kick-start your international career with an unforgettable internship adventure in your industry and destination of choice. We work with an extended network of 750+ partner companies in 8 countries to help pave the way for your future! You create your journey! Broaden not just your horizon, but also your professional network in the Far East!