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Cardiology Shadowing Internship

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Observe cardiology specialists in action, learning about heart diagnostics and patient care in real clinics.
  • Shadow experienced physicians across hospital departments including cardiology, surgery, and diagnostics.
  • Gain insight into patient consultations, ECG interpretation, and cardiovascular treatments.

Highlights

  • Observe cardiology specialists in action, learning about heart diagnostics and patient care in real clinics.
  • Shadow experienced physicians across hospital departments including cardiology, surgery, and diagnostics.
  • Gain insight into patient consultations, ECG interpretation, and cardiovascular treatments.
  • Develop clinical understanding to support medical school applications and future healthcare careers.
  • Explore Greek healthcare systems while living in Athens and discovering local culture.
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    About the program

    Shadow cardiologists in Greek hospitals for up to 40 hours per week. Observe cardiac clinics, diagnostics, imaging & surgery. ❤️🫀

    This is an in-country shadowing program with provided shared housing and local team support.

    Explore the dynamic and highly specialized field of cardiology by observing experienced cardiologists in professional hospital and clinical settings in Greece. This internship offers health sciences ...

    About the program

    This is an in-country shadowing program with provided shared housing and local team support.

    Explore the dynamic and highly specialized field of cardiology by observing experienced cardiologists in professional hospital and clinical settings in Greece. This internship offers health sciences students a focused opportunity to understand cardiology through structured clinical and surgical observation.

    Program Overview

    Interns will shadow cardiologists across outpatient clinics, diagnostic units, and hospital departments, observing the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular diseases. The program emphasizes exposure to both acute and chronic cardiac conditions, offering insight into how multidisciplinary teams manage heart health across different stages of care.

    Interns will observe patient consultations, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic decision-making processes related to cardiology. The medical teams are trained in international healthcare systems, ensuring high clinical standards and an English-speaking environment with no language barriers.

    Key Learning Experiences
    • General Cardiology Clinics: Observe consultations for common cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valvular disorders.
    • Diagnostic Cardiology: Gain exposure to non-invasive diagnostic tools including electrocardiograms (ECG), echocardiography, stress testing, Holter monitoring, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.
    • Interventional Cardiology Observation: Shadow specialists involved in cardiac catheterization, angiography, and interventional procedures, subject to department availability and hospital protocols.
    • Cardiac Imaging & Monitoring: Learn how imaging and monitoring data are interpreted to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.
    • Multidisciplinary Cardiac Care: Observe collaboration between cardiologists, nurses, technicians, and other specialists in managing complex cardiovascular cases.
    Why Choose This Internship?
    • Specialized Clinical Exposure: Experience the breadth of cardiology, from routine outpatient care to advanced diagnostic and interventional practices.
    • Professional Skill Development: Strengthen clinical observation skills and understanding of cardiovascular diagnostics and treatment pathways.
    • Mentorship by Experts: Shadow cardiologists with international training who provide insight into evidence-based cardiac care.
    • Modern Medical Settings: Observe care delivered in hospitals and clinics equipped with contemporary cardiology technologies.
    • Customizable Focus: Depending on availability, interns may focus more closely on areas such as diagnostics, interventional cardiology, or chronic disease management.
    Who Should Apply?

    This internship is ideal for:

    • Pre-med, medical, and health sciences students seeking specialized clinical exposure in cardiology.
    • Students interested in internal medicine, cardiology, cardiosurgery or related subspecialties.
    • Graduates preparing for medical school, residency, or advanced clinical training who want a deeper understanding of cardiac care.
    Program Benefits

    Clinical Insight: Develop a strong foundational understanding of cardiology through real-world clinical observation.

    Global Healthcare Perspective: Observe how cardiovascular care is delivered within a European healthcare system.

    Professional Networking: Build connections with medical professionals in a specialized clinical environment.


    Associated career paths:

    Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiologist, Electrophysiologist, Heart Failure Specialist, Internal Medicine Physician, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiac Imaging Specialist, Cardiology Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician, Cardiovascular Technologist, Cardiology Physician Assistant, Clinical Research Coordinator (Cardiology), Medical Device Specialist (Cardiology), Pharmaceutical Representative (Cardiovascular Medicine), Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist, Healthcare Administrator (Cardiology Services)

    Typical day

    A typical day begins at 8 am, following a shadowing schedule across major departments. You’ll observe clinics, surgeries, and diagnostics, with medical staff explaining procedures in English. Depending on surgery duration and clinic rotations, your day will end around 4-5 pm. Each week, you’ll ...

    Typical day

    A typical day begins at 8 am, following a shadowing schedule across major departments. You’ll observe clinics, surgeries, and diagnostics, with medical staff explaining procedures in English. Depending on surgery duration and clinic rotations, your day will end around 4-5 pm. Each week, you’ll rotate through various specialties, offering a comprehensive learning experience in different medical fields.

    Free-time activities

    The placement takes place inside the vibrant cities of Athens where many cultural events and activities take place. You have the chance to explore the historical sites  or spent time at beaches around it. During your weekends you can travel to nearby cities, towns or take the ferry to one of the ...

    Free-time activities

    The placement takes place inside the vibrant cities of Athens where many cultural events and activities take place. You have the chance to explore the historical sites  or spent time at beaches around it. During your weekends you can travel to nearby cities, towns or take the ferry to one of the hundreds of picturesque islands.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (fluently)

    Education Requirements

    Preferably with least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, physics etc at High-school level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV, Passport copy, Profile Photo and Health Check

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Interns must have a genuine interest in medicine and commitment to observation of both surgical and non surgical procedures.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    To apply for this internship, its quick, easy and free! 
    – Program Fees Include: 
    • 24/7 in-country support 
    • Airport pick-up 
    • Customized internship plan 
    • Fully furnished shared accommodation 
    • Local English speaking coordinator 
    • International reference letter 
    • Program & host city orientation 
    • Support before, during, and after your internship 
    • Sourcing and securing your internship placement 
    • Supervisor coaching 
    • Support to gain academic credit 
    – Program Fees do not include: 
    • Airport drop-off 
    • Local activities, meals/drinks (of any sort) 
    • International/local travel costs (incl public transport) 
    • Visa (if required), vaccinations 
    • Travel Insurance (mandatory), background check (mandatory) 
    • Any other service not mentioned 
    We will review your application and if we accept you on this internship we will ask you to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. The remaining of your internship fees (less your initial deposit payment) will be due no less than 30 days before your internship start date. 
    Prior to your arrival you will also be asked to pay a $400 security deposit to cover potential damages, to the apartments and host sites, which is fully refunded after check-out within 30 days if everything is in order.

    Airport Pickup at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

    The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm. At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.

    Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.

    Accommodation

    The accommodation is fully furnished (single or double beds), with WiFi, shared with 1-6 other same-sex interns, and located in safe areas with easy access to public transport and close to the internship site. The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. 

    Private apartments can be arranged in advance, if requested and subject to availability.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens. We assist you to find cheap flights to Greece. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Greece provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Greece you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Greece. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

    The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm. At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.

    Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.

    The medical shadowing internship is hosted in Athens.



    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $781 per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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