At a glance
- Build your medical knowledge by shadowing experienced healthcare professionals in real medical settings, rotating through different departments.
- Gain medical experience, learn core medical skills, and find out about traditional Vietnamese treatments like massage, acupuncture, and cupping.
- Join teens from around the world and share your unforgettable experience of professional development and cultural discovery to build lifelong bonds.
- Clinical shadowing hours: 25
- Volunteer service hours: 40
- Download a sample itinerary for this project
Is a Medicine Internship in Vietnam for Teenagers right for me?
This Medical Internship in Vietnam for Teenagers is perfect if you’re looking for real medical work experience during your education. It is an excellent addition to your CV and can also help you discover whether medicine is the right career path for you.
You’ll gain invaluable experience to discuss in university or job interviews in future. You’ll also learn core medical skills, investigate traditional healing practices, and gain insight into the Vietnamese healthcare system.
The best bit? You don’t need any previous experience to join. This project is designed to help you get the edge you need for your future and find out more about your favourite subject. The focus is entirely on learning and observation.
You’ll be able to ask questions, attend workshops, and see for yourself how the medical system works in Vietnam. You'll even get the chance to learn about traditional medical techniques, like acupuncture, massage, and cupping.
Our medical internships for teens run over fixed dates during school holidays. This means you’ll also travel with a group of people your age, sharing your interests, from all over the world.
What will I be doing during this medical internship in Vietnam?
As a medical intern in Vietnam, you’ll work with doctors and nurses in a real hospital environment. You’ll support the care they provide to local patients and communities, learning directly from them and rotating through several departments.
Here are a few of the tasks you can expect to do during your placement:
- Medical shadowing - Grab the chance to truly “learn on the job” and observe medical professionals in a variety of departments, helping you discover your passion. See how they complete their daily rounds, carry out key tasks, and consult with their patients.
- Core skill development - Learn essential medical skills under the supervision of experienced professionals. This could include measuring vital signs or blood pressure, administering medication, and treating minor wounds.
- Medical outreach - Branch out into communities with limited access to healthcare and assist local staff to conduct health checks. You might help screen locals for common illnesses like diabetes, HIV, or malnutrition, distribute key medical supplies, or provide tests.
- Medical workshops - Participate in workshops to broaden your medical knowledge, delivered by experienced medical professionals. Find out about prevalent local diseases and treatments, learn new medical skills, and discover traditional healthcare practices like massage, acupuncture, and cupping.
- Awareness campaigns - Travel to schools and care centres to deliver educational presentations. You might cover personal hygiene, tooth brushing, nutrition, and healthy choices. This gives children the knowledge they need to prevent diseases and live healthier lives.
During your medical internship in Vietnam, you will observe and assist medical professionals in real medical settings. You will also enjoy an immersive experience in a fascinating new culture, eating delicious food and meeting amazing people.
Medical internships give you the chance to prepare for medical school or your career while supporting global healthcare efforts. Join us and get real world experience and improve global healthcare outcomes!
Where in Vietnam will I be working?
Hanoi
The capital city of Vietnam and second most populous, Hanoi, is located in the north of the country in the Red River Delta. Home to more than eight million people, Hanoi is a true blend of ancient tradition and modern influence. It has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.
The famous old quarter dominates social media feeds, but the city is filled with incredible landmarks, including stunning lakes, museums, temples, and more. You will never run out of things to see!
What are the aims and impact of this project?
The aim of this medical internship in Vietnam is to provide you with the experience you need to confidently pursue a career in medicine. It’ll give you a great talking point on your CV, insight into global healthcare challenges, and develop your personal skills.
You’ll learn basic medical skills that are vital in furthering your career and gain knowledge and insight into international healthcare and common regional illnesses.
Additionally, you’ll develop a global mindset through first-hand experience of living and working in a global community. This will help build your confidence, independence, and adaptability to help in all facets of life.
Join us on this project to develop your skills, build your medical knowledge, and support healthcare efforts in Vietnam.
Food & Accommodation
Visit Vietnam in style and stay in a comfortable hotel with all the amenities you expect, three meals a day, and safe drinking water. During your excursion to Ha Long Bay, you’ll stay overnight on a deluxe cruise ship, floating peacefully among the karst towers.
We’ve made sure our accommodation in Vietnam is clean, safe, and welcoming, exactly what you need for an enjoyable adventure. You’ll likely share a room with at least one other Projects Abroad participants of the same gender and a similar age.
You’ll also get the chance to try excellent traditional Vietnamese cuisine, including famous pho (noodles in broth) and banh mi baguettes.
Free Time & Leisure
Your time in Vietnam won’t just be spent in medical settings, though. Immersing in a new culture is a learning opportunity all of its own, and we make sure that you don’t miss the popular sights.
When you aren’t hard at work, you’ll get involved with fun cultural activities as part of your group. Visit the Water Puppet Theatre to witness a traditional performance, tour nearby historical landmarks like the Temple of Literature or the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, and learn to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes.
Over the weekend, take a two-day excursion to the stunning Ha Long Bay. Kayak through natural karst towers standing tall above the water, join a Tai Chi session at sunrise, explore twisting cave systems, and try your hand at squid fishing.
Safety & Support
Your safety and peace of mind is our absolute priority. We've meticulously crafted a comprehensive network of support systems and procedures to ensure your journey is not only unforgettable but also completely secure.
Our dedicated Projects Abroad team is your constant companion, available 24/7 to provide assistance and guidance. From the moment you arrive, we'll be there to help you settle into your accommodation and placement, ensuring a smooth and comfortable transition.
And should any challenges arise, our team will be readily available to provide support and solutions, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your incredible adventure.
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