Medical Internship

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4 - 50 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

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Frivilligprojekt med højeste kvalitet. Dette projekt tilbyder den højeste kvalitet, der sætter standarder - langt over gennemsnittet.

Højdepunkter

  • Receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day (Mo-Fr)
  • Assist local staff in living facilities, small local clinics, or hospitals
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.

Højdepunkter

  • Receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day (Mo-Fr)
  • Assist local staff in living facilities, small local clinics, or hospitals
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.
  • Make memories you'll never forget during your time abroad.
  • Learn more about the Latin American ways, customs and habits.


  • Særligt velegnet til

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    50+

    Om programmet

    Gain medical experience & aid Costa Rica! Become a Medical Intern, assisting healthcare professionals and immersing yourself in a vibrant culture. 🩺🇨🇷

    Medical internship placements are in assisted living facilities, small local clinics, or hospitals. Interns always work one-on-one with a staff member, assisting or shadowing, while at the placement.

    Placements require a strong intermediate level of Spanish.

    Medical interns should understand that ...

    Om programmet

    Medical internship placements are in assisted living facilities, small local clinics, or hospitals. Interns always work one-on-one with a staff member, assisting or shadowing, while at the placement.

    Placements require a strong intermediate level of Spanish.

    Medical interns should understand that independence in the work will be determined by:

    • Level of training and demonstrated expertise
    • Level of Spanish language skills
    • Ability to take initiative and build chemistry with patients and staff

    Possible tasks for Medical Interns include:

    • Aid in physical examinations, including taking vitals, height and weight, and medical history
    • Assist with processing, reporting, and interpreting laboratory tests
    • Observe and aid in patient consultations and prescribing medications
    • Observe injections, sutures, and suture removal
    • Aid in obstetric check-ups and consultations, as well as family planning services
    • Evaluate the physical and neurological development of patients
    • Prepare and sterilize equipment and materials for exams and procedures
    • Organize patient medical files

    As part of the internship program, participants receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day, Monday to Friday. The classes can be personalized to the level and work schedule, and focuses on vocabulary relevant to the internship placement. 

    Our Native Spanish Program is taught by experienced, certified, native Spanish instructors. Maximo Nivel uses the Communicative Method of language teaching, which is focused primarily on immersive, spoken interaction as a means of learning. For this reason, please note that teachers speak only in Spanish 100% of the time during class.

    All interns are required to submit weekly journals and a final deliverable.

    Internships os less than 8 weeks require either a 10-20 page written paper or a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation. Internships of 8 weeks or longer require both a 10-20 page written paper and a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation.

    Final Deliverables are expected to cover the following:

    • Overview of the medical facility you worked with and your role
    • Organization review
    • Sector analysis in host or home country
    • Analysis of obstacles incurred
    • Outcomes/results

    Please be aware that activities vary based on the needs of the medical facility. It is crucial to have realistic expectations, as there are inherent limitations to working abroad in the medical field. In some cases only shadowing, rather than independent work with patients, is possible for those with medical qualifications from other countries.

    Interns are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators, but they are not with them at the placement every day. Please be prepared for some independence and leadership.

    Internship placements are located in the San José area. Walking or taking the bus is the most effective and cheapest way to get to and from your placement. Travel time varies widely, but interns should expect 15-60 minutes of travel each way. Taxis are also widely available. On the first day at the internship, interns travel on local transport with a Maximo Nivel representative who provides all the necessary information on how to get there and back. Local bus rides are very affordable and a one way trip rarely costs more than ₡350 (about $0.60). 



    Typisk dag

    Working hours vary by placement, but interns can expect to work 4-6 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Daily 1-hour Spanish classes are Monday to Friday, and they may have additional planning or tasks to do outside of work. Weekends are free to relax, explore, travel, or do any independent work you ...

    Typisk dag

    Working hours vary by placement, but interns can expect to work 4-6 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Daily 1-hour Spanish classes are Monday to Friday, and they may have additional planning or tasks to do outside of work. Weekends are free to relax, explore, travel, or do any independent work you have.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Within San José, interns can take a city tour, see shows at the National Theatre, visit the central market, and go zip-lining. Our local staff always posts a monthly events calendar to them know of the activities going on around Maximo. Outside of San José, they can hike up volcanos, go ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Within San José, interns can take a city tour, see shows at the National Theatre, visit the central market, and go zip-lining. Our local staff always posts a monthly events calendar to them know of the activities going on around Maximo. Outside of San José, they can hike up volcanos, go whitewater rafting, and take a trip to the Pacific or Caribbean coasts. There are a lot of options and our staff is well-acquainted with the area to help advise on the must-see places. Tours and trips can also be easily booked through our on-site travel partner.


    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Spansk (intermediate level)

    Uddannelseskrav

    på High School niveau

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af Maximo Nivel

    Our fees include:

    - Airport pick-up
    - Host family accommodations (private room with breakfast and dinner)
    - Spanish classes (5 hours of lessons/week)
    - Program and safety orientation
    - Walking tour
    - Official certificate of internship
    - Emergency contact number 24/7
    - Program management
    - Free Tandem Conversation Program
    - Free office-wide WIFI and computer lounge
    - Free social activities
    - Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
    - Maximo Nivel Institute open 7 days/week

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Airport pick up in San José is included. Interns find our representative outside the airport bringing a yellow flag with a smiley face on it.

    Indkvartering

    Interns stay in a traditional family-stay where you they are placed with a pre-approved middle class Costa Rican family. Breakfast and dinner are included in their home stay.

    Mad og drikkevarer

    Interns have 2 meals included (breakfast and dinner) 7 days a week.

    Internetadgang

    God adgang til projektområdet

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) i San Jose. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Costa Rica. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Costa Rica giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Costa Rica, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Costa Rica. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    Every Monday, all year round.

    Tilgængelighed
    Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

    Programgebyrer

    4 uger (min. ophold) 2.361€
    5 uger 2.749€
    6 uger 3.136€
    7 uger 3.524€
    8 uger 3.733€
    9 uger 4.121€
    10 uger 4.508€
    11 uger 4.896€
    12 uger 5.284€
    13 uger 5.672€
    14 uger 6.059€
    15 uger 6.447€
    16 uger 6.835€
    17 uger 7.222€
    18 uger 7.610€
    19 uger 7.998€
    20 uger 8.385€
    21 uger 8.773€
    22 uger 9.161€
    23 uger 9.549€
    24 uger 9.936€
    25 uger 10.324€
    26 uger 10.712€
    27 uger 11.099€
    28 uger 11.487€
    29 uger 11.875€
    30 uger 12.263€
    31 uger 12.650€
    32 uger 13.038€
    33 uger 13.426€
    34 uger 13.813€
    35 uger 14.201€
    36 uger 14.589€
    37 uger 14.977€
    38 uger 15.364€
    39 uger 15.752€
    40 uger 16.140€
    41 uger 16.527€
    42 uger 16.915€
    43 uger 17.303€
    44 uger 17.691€
    45 uger 18.078€
    46 uger 18.466€
    47 uger 18.854€
    48 uger 19.241€
    49 uger 19.629€
    50 uger (max. ophold) 20.017€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 495€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    495€ pr. uge 4 - 50 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

    Betalingsmetoder

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

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    Duration

    4 - 50 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

    Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med Maximo Nivel under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.


    Mød din vært

    Maximo Nivel

    Brilliant 4.7 rating (110 feltrapporter)

    Agentur - grundlagt i 2003

    Verificeret af Volunteer World

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    Vært er

    Georgie

    Spoken languages: Engelsk, Spansk

    Om projektet

    Maximo Nivel offers Volunteer Abroad and International Internship programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru.

    Mød din vært

    Who we are? 

    Maximo Nivel is a family-owned organization that has been offering volunteer abroad programs since 2003. We are a locally-based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru, where we also own and operate 4 intercultural centers in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; San José, Costa Rica.

    What we do? 

    We offer a wide range of work-study-travel programs, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, TEFL Certification, Gap Year, Spanish Immersion, Adventure & Culture, and more! 

    Where we work? 

    Maximo Nivel’s work-study-travel programs take place in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; and San José, Costa Rica. We also have off-site programs on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica and Guatemala and in the Amazon Jungle and Sacred Valley of Peru. 

    Our mission/vision: 

    Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, client, faculty leader, and partner who joins us.

    Our goals: 

    • Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable programs 
    • Provide the best Spanish language immersion in all of Latin America 
    • Improve impact at every volunteer project site where we work 
    • Train and certify world-class ESL teachers 
    • Organize excellent internships and other opportunities for international work experience 
    • Help people experience the world through education, adventure, and cultural travel.

    Who are we looking for? 

    Adventurous people who are passionate about travel, culture, languages, and helping others.

    Why choose us? 

    Maximo Nivel's program fees are affordable and transparent. We pride ourselves on providing great client service!

    110 feltrapporter · rating4.7

    Kellan Hayes rating3

    2023 at Medical Internship

    Honestly, my experience with Maximo and the medical intership was not very good. In general, Maximo is very disorganized and hard to communicate with. They give you zero information regarding your work placement or host family until you arrive. I had some issues with my internship and ended up ...
    Cameron Byrd rating4.8

    2018 at Medical Internship

    I had an amazing time in Costa Rica volunteering in the health clinic. This experience has been a life changing experience and I wish I would have been able to stay longer. Costa Rica is a beautiful country and I had a wonderful time exploring the country. The staff at Maximo Nivel are also ...
    Jessica Palmeros rating4.4

    2018 at Medical Internship

    My trip in Costa Rica with Maximo Nivel has been such a wonderful experience! We had the opportunity to volunteer in an assisted living facility for the elderly, as well as explore the country in our free time. Thank you to everyone at Maximo for being so helpful and accommodating, we will be back ...
    Wolfgang Oberauer rating5

    2024 at Construction and Renovation Assistant

    I had the most amazing experience as part of this volunteering programme. Maximo Nivel was great in taking me feel looked after. My hist family was always there for me, kept my room clean, cooked for me and were super reliable. A great benefit was also the Spanish classes which really uplevelled my ...
    Martina Gut rating4.4

    2024 at Support Local Healthcare

    Fue una linda experiencia para mí y me quedé satisfecha de toda manera. La primera semana estaba en un asilo de ancianos y las próximas semanas en un colegio para niños discapacitados, siempre con gente muy amable. En los fines de semana siempre hice excursiones fabulosas como montaña de siete ...
    Kathleen Nordstrom rating5

    2023 at Community Childcare Supporter

    I would recommend Máximo Nivel a million times over. The warm, engaging staff and volunteer/student community make you feel welcome from the moment you step in the door, and I met several lifelong friends. There are lots of opportunities to explore, including around the city and the country as a ...

    Placering

    Amerika > Mellemamerika > Costa Rica > San José

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