Medicine Internship

location
2 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 16 - 50+

rating  Buitengewoon 5  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
  Uitstekend Responsgraad

Highlights

  • We offer you the option of spending time in different hospital departments, which allows you to learn about various specialisations
  • Learn basic medical skills and do health checks during our community outreaches
  • Shadow doctors and nurses on their rounds, and see first-hand what daily life at a hospital is like

Highlights

  • We offer you the option of spending time in different hospital departments, which allows you to learn about various specialisations
  • Learn basic medical skills and do health checks during our community outreaches
  • Shadow doctors and nurses on their rounds, and see first-hand what daily life at a hospital is like
  • A trip to Tanzania is the chance to experience life in the heart of Africa
  • See the beautiful wildlife of Tanzania, like elephants, rhinos, and lions or explore the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro


  • Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 16+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    50+
    Rolstoelgebruikers

    Over het programma

    Learn directly from doctors and do health checks during outreaches in this vibrant African country

    This internship is all about broadening your medical knowledge. So we’ve partnered with local hospitals to give you the opportunity to spend time in many different departments.

    In all of our medical placements, these are some of the departments you can intern in:

    • Maternity
    • General medicine

    Over het programma

    This internship is all about broadening your medical knowledge. So we’ve partnered with local hospitals to give you the opportunity to spend time in many different departments.

    In all of our medical placements, these are some of the departments you can intern in:

    • Maternity
    • General medicine
    • Paediatrics
    • Surgery
    • Laboratory
    • Dental unit
    • Palliative care

    The number of different departments you can work in will depend on how long your internship is. We recommend spending at least one week in a department before moving to another department. If you’re interested in a specific department, feel free to contact us and we can help advise you.


    This is a chance for you to gain medical work experience, by learning from doctors and doing outreach work. Here are the different tasks you will do:

    • Observe professional doctors in a hospital or clinic
    • Spend time in several hospital departments
    • Learn about healthcare and gain practical skills during medical workshops
    • Participate in medical outreaches and practise taking health measures

    These are the different areas your work will focus on:

    Learn from qualified doctors

    You’ll spend your days shadowing medical staff, sitting in on patient consultations and getting to experience the life of a doctor in Tanzania. You’ll get to see first-hand how doctors cope with challenging circumstances and lack of funding and resources. You’ll get to see different medical procedures and learn how to diagnose and treat different diseases.

    Work in different departments

    Depending on how long you intern for, you might get to spend time in different departments, giving you the chance to see what specialisation stands out for you.

    Attend medical workshops

    As part of your learning experience, you’ll also get to learn from medical professionals during workshops. These are held about once every two weeks. Local doctors will take this time to teach you practical skills, like how to measure blood pressure or administer first aid. They’ll also talk you through the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of tropical diseases, like malaria.

    Help local communities

    You’ll also be helping people in local communities during medical outreaches. We'll teach you everything you need to know, and your work will be supervised by medical professionals.

    You’ll give talks on healthy eating to help with heart disease prevention. You can also gain experience measuring the blood sugar and blood pressure levels of people who can’t seek formal medical treatment. Medical outreaches provide basic medical care and diagnoses to people who can’t afford regular check-ups.


    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Your day will start with breakfast with your host family. You’ll sit down for a tasty meal before getting ready, picking up your notebook, and catching a dalla dalla, which will zip you off to a local hospital.

    Your typical work day will start at about 7.30am, because Tanzanian hospitals are ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Your day will start with breakfast with your host family. You’ll sit down for a tasty meal before getting ready, picking up your notebook, and catching a dalla dalla, which will zip you off to a local hospital.

    Your typical work day will start at about 7.30am, because Tanzanian hospitals are particularly busy in the mornings. You’ll usually finish work at around 3pm.

    You’ll be assigned a supervising doctor, who will lead you through different consultations and procedures. Take notes, ask questions, and take this opportunity to learn as much as you can. You might have the chance to learn how to take X-rays or practise working with medical equipment.

    You’ll help out at medical outreaches about once every two weeks. During outreaches, you’ll set up a healthcare station at a local school or community centre, and take measurements like blood pressure, blood sugar, height, and weight. This is tiring work and you’ll probably screen many different people in one day. But it’s also a chance to have direct contact with patients and provide them with early medical screening.

    Once every two weeks, you’ll also attend a medical workshop given by a local doctor. At these workshops, you’ll learn valuable skills like how to administer first aid or practise suturing.

    Your evenings will be free, giving you the chance to explore your surroundings and get to know your fellow interns.


    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    A trip to Tanzania is the chance to experience life in the heart of Africa. There’s plenty to see and do here during your free time on your project.

    A project in Tanzania wouldn’t be complete without a safari! This is a chance to see the beautiful wildlife of this country, like elephants, rhinos, ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    A trip to Tanzania is the chance to experience life in the heart of Africa. There’s plenty to see and do here during your free time on your project.

    A project in Tanzania wouldn’t be complete without a safari! This is a chance to see the beautiful wildlife of this country, like elephants, rhinos, and lions.

    What’s more, Tanzania is home to the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. Hiking around the base through lush vegetation is a peaceful way to spend an afternoon.

    Browsing through a vibrant, local market is a must while you’re there. You can also spend time in a Maasai village, getting to know a completely different way of life.

    There will likely be many other volunteers in Tanzania with you. This means you have the option to explore the country independently or with a group of like-minded volunteers from different projects. 


    Voorwaarden

    Voorwaarden

    Minimum leeftijd: 16 jaar

    Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je ten minste 16 jaar te zijn op de startdatum van het programma.

    Taalkennis

    Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

    Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag van 07:30 - 15:00

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten door Projects Abroad

    • Accommodation

    • Food (three meals a day)

    • Airport pick-up and drop-off

    • Full induction and orientation by an experienced staff member on arrival

    • Transport to and from your work placement

    • In-country support and 24-hour back-up from our team of full-time local staff

    • Emergency assistance from our international emergency response team

    • Project equipment and materials, including access to our database with thousands of resources

    • A supervisor/mentor at your work placement

    • Training and workshops from our experienced local staff

    • Certification of project completion

    • A cultural awareness course

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Kilimanjaro International Airport

    Your arrival airport in Tanzania will be Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO). One of our friendly staff members will be there to greet you. They’ll be holding a Projects Abroad sign, so they’ll be easy to spot. Our team will also transfer you back to the airport for your return flight home.

    Once you arrive at your host family, a staff member will introduce you and then you’ll have some time to unpack and settle in after your long journey.

    Accomodatie

    You'll stay with a host family in Arusha. They will welcome you into their home, eager to share their customs and have you teach them about your own culture. We believe that this is the best way to immerse yourself in the culture of Tanzania and have a truly unique experience.

    We will always try to let you live alongside at least one other Projects Abroad volunteer or intern at the same host family. Your room will be modest, but comfortable, clean, and safe.


    Eten & Drank

    Your programme fee includes three meals a day.

    Internet toegang

    Makkelijke toegang op de project site

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Kilimanjaro. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Tanzania. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

    Reisverzekering

    Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Tanzania biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

    Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Tanzania dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Tanzania. VACCINATIE CHECKER

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    This project runs all year round so you can organise a trip whenever it suits your schedule. You can join for as long as you like, with a minimum duration of two weeks.
    Beschikbaarheid
    jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

    Programmakosten

    2 weken (min. verblijf) 2.185€
    4 weken 2.815€
    8 weken 4.075€
    12 weken (max. verblijf) 5.335€
    Gemiddelde kosten 768€/week

    Programmakosten

    768€ per week 2 - 12 weken Leeftijd 16 - 50+

    Betaalmethodes

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    Duurtijd

    2 - 12 weken

    Waarborg

    De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


    Finale betaling

    Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door Projects Abroad gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


    Ontmoet je organisatie

    Projects Abroad

    Buitengewoon 5 rating (207 beoordelingen)

    Agentschap - opgericht in 1992

    Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

      Uitstekend Responsgraad

    Gepresenteerd door

    Bethany

    Gesproken talen: Engels

    Over de organisatie

    For over 30 years, Projects Abroad has been the world's leading provider of international volunteer programs, internships, and life-changing travel experiences.

    Ontmoet je organisatie

    For over 30 years, Projects Abroad has been the world's leading provider of international volunteer programs, internships, and life-changing travel experiences.  

    We connect passionate individuals with impactful projects that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, fostering a better future for all.

    Why Choose Projects Abroad?

    • Impactful projects: Make a real difference in communities worldwide while gaining valuable skills and experience.
    • Responsible travel: We champion sustainable practices and ethical interactions, ensuring your journey is both enriching and responsible.
    • Safety first: Your well-being is our top priority. We provide comprehensive support and 24/7 assistance throughout your experience.
    • Trusted provider: Over 130,000 participants have trusted us with their transformative journeys.
    • Diverse opportunities: Choose from a wide range of projects in healthcare, conservation, education, and more.

    Join Projects Abroad and embark on a transformative adventure that will broaden your horizons, deepen your understanding of the world, and empower you to create lasting change.

    207 beoordelingen · rating5

    Helen Robertson rating5

    2019 at Medicine Internship

    My supervisor Florence was great and made the experience for me. Also the variety of medical exposure we got at different types of hospitals (health centre, dispensary etc) was amazing. The places you go to on the outreach are amazing and travelling as a tourist you wouldn’t be able to go there ...
    Elisabeth Southern rating5

    2019 at Medicine Internship

    This was one of the best trips of my life. I’ve met so many people from around the world and i grew so close to them in such a short amount of time. I really don’t want to leave. Honestly if i didn’t have prior commitments at home i would stay the rest of the summer. The people everywhere are ...
    Ainsley Hutchison rating5

    2019 at Medicine Internship

    I learned a lot about medicine and I loved the cultural activities! I also really liked the outreaches and the trainings for the children. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the time I had with my group members at home, even just sitting at talking about the differences in our cultures and ...
    Alex Siesel rating5

    2018 at Medicine Internship

    My most enjoyable experiences while here included: hanging out and getting to know people from all over the world, learning what people in Tanzania eat on a daily basis, getting to experience Tanzania and the Tanzanian culture, seeing what healthcare in Tanzania is like, doing the surgery workshop, ...
    Harrison Burke rating5

    2018 at Medicine Internship

    The most enjoyable parts of the trip were when we did something very adventurous, went out with our bus driver, had time to ha g out with each other, or got to do something that we would not have the opportunity to do in our home ...
    Phoebe Coupland rating5

    2020 at Medical Intern

    The most enjoyable experience in Nepal was the Chitwan safari on one of our leisure activities that went for the weekend. In CMC hosptial working in maternity and the operation theatre, we had the amazing experience of being able to watch a lot of babies being ...

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