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Medical Internship for Teenagers

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2 - 4 weeks  ·  Age 15 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Observe medical practices and learn about Nepali culture while travelling around Chitwan and the surrounding areas.
  • Attend lectures at a local teaching hospital and gain a deeper insight into a developing country’s medical practices.
  • A fun, interesting and practical way to add experience to your CV, which may help your future career.

Highlights

  • Observe medical practices and learn about Nepali culture while travelling around Chitwan and the surrounding areas.
  • Attend lectures at a local teaching hospital and gain a deeper insight into a developing country’s medical practices.
  • A fun, interesting and practical way to add experience to your CV, which may help your future career.
  • Social activities and weekend trips for all!
  • Get a first hand glimpse at what work you could do in the future if you study medicine.

  • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 15+
    Singles

    About the program

    Join our medical internship for teenagers and learn directly from doctors. You’ll shadow them on their rounds and rotate through different departments.

    +++ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAM IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR 15-18 YEAR OLDS +++

    Our medical placements in Nepal for high school students are perfect for you if you want to add medical work experience to your CV. It may also help you decide if medicine is the right career path for you.

    Not only will medical ...

    About the program

    +++ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAM IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR 15-18 YEAR OLDS +++

    Our medical placements in Nepal for high school students are perfect for you if you want to add medical work experience to your CV. It may also help you decide if medicine is the right career path for you.

    Not only will medical work experience for teenagers in Nepal add value to your CV, it will give you interesting points to talk about in applications and interviews. You’ll be able to talk about different medical specialties, as well as the insight you got into healthcare practices in a developing country.

    You don’t need previous experience to join, as this internship is strictly observational. The focus is on learning.

    We’ll teach you how to diagnose and treat the diseases you see, and you’ll be able to ask questions and take notes. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend lectures at a teaching hospital.


    Programme Goals 

    • Clinical: Spend time shadowing local doctors and nurses in a number of medical facilities. We work with regional teaching hospitals as well as smaller and more specialist clinics. You will be exposed to a variety of different departments during your project. 
    • Community: Visit local schools and present information on various healthcare issues facing the region. You will develop materials and activities for awareness campaigns and healthy living workshops
    • Learning: Learn basic medical skills such as checking patients’ vital signs, blood pressure and blood sugar levels. You will be taught how to assist with medical checks and about common ailments and illnesses in the region. 
    • Culture: Nepal is famous for its rich culture, towering mountains and stunning landscapes. Beyond the project itself, we aim to show you the best the country has to offer. Students can look forward to exploring the special city of Kathmandu and Chitwan National Park with its wide variety of wildlife. 
    Highlights 
    • 2 weeks: 15 service hours and 25 clinical shadowing hours / 4 weeks: 30 service hours and 50 clinical shadowing hours
    • Gain medical skills and experience 
    • Raise awareness about medical issues 
    • Learn about traditional medicine 
    • Visit Chitwan National Park 
    • Offset your carbon footprint 
    • Immerse yourself in Nepalese culture
    Responsible Travel 
    We offset 100% of carbon emissions associated with your in-destination transport. We’re committed to being fully climate-positive by 2025! 
    By volunteering with us you’re helping reforestation efforts, protecting existing forests and providing employment to local communities around the world. 

    Personal Achievements (2 weeks-stay)
    - Completed a total of 15 service hours.
    - Attended 8 hours of professional medical workshops. 
    - Taught important lessons on hygiene to over 100 children. 
    - 2 weeks: Completed a total of 25 clinical shadowing hours.

    Personal Achievements (4 weeks-stay)
    - Completed a total of 30 service hours.
    - Attended 12 hours of professional medical workshops.
    - Taught important lessons on hygiene to over 150 children.
    - 4 weeks: Completed a total of 50 clinical shadowing hours.


    Student Learning Outcomes 
    - Intercultural Competence: Students will be immersed in different cultures, gaining an understanding of their role within our global community and developing a deeper cultural awareness.
    - Leadership Development: Students will be pushed out of their comfort zones, experiencing new challenges each day. They will build their confidence and resilience through team activities and new life experiences.
    - Healthy Active Living: Students will be encouraged to prioritise their self-care, enhancing their physical and mental well-being.
    - Empowerment: Students will be empowered to think for themselves, challenging the “status-quo” and cultivating transformative decision-making mindsets.
    - Global Citizenship: Students will be exposed to new perspectives, engage with real-world challenges and contribute to sustainable development initiatives.

    Dates available:

    04 January 2026 to 17 January 2026 - 2 Weeks
    05 April 2026 to 18 April 2026 - 2 Weeks
    14 June 2026 to 27 June 2026 - 2 Weeks
    28 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 - 2 Weeks
    05 July 2026 to 18 July 2026 - 2 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 01 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 08 August 2026 - 3 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 15 August 2026 - 4 Weeks
    02 August 2026 to 15 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    02 August 2026 to 22 August 2026 - 3 Weeks
    16 August 2026 to 29 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    06 December 2026 to 19 December 2026 - 2 Weeks
    03 January 2027 to 16 January 2027 - 2 Weeks


    04 April 2027 to 17 April 2027 - 2 Weeks
    13 June 2027 to 26 June 2027 - 2 Weeks
    27 June 2027 to 10 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    04 July 2027 to 17 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 31 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 07 August 2027 - 3 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 14 August 2027 - 4 Weeks
    01 August 2027 to 14 August 2027 - 2 Weeks
    01 August 2027 to 21 August 2027 - 3 Weeks
    15 August 2027 to 28 August 2027 - 2 Weeks
    05 December 2026 to 18 December 2027 - 2 Weeks



    Typical day

    You’ll rotate through various hospitals in the Chitwan District. There is a wide scope for you to observe and learn while you are in Nepal. Here are a few of the tasks you’ll be involved in:

    • Observe the work of professional medical staff as you rotate through several different hospitals
    • Attend ...

    Typical day

    You’ll rotate through various hospitals in the Chitwan District. There is a wide scope for you to observe and learn while you are in Nepal. Here are a few of the tasks you’ll be involved in:

    • Observe the work of professional medical staff as you rotate through several different hospitals
    • Attend lectures at a teaching hospital that will help you improve your basic medical skills
    • Experience life in Nepal while learning more about the country’s history and culture
    • Form lifelong friendships with other high school interns with similar interests

    At our Medicine Placements for high school students in Nepal, your work will be split into four areas:

    Observe the work of professional medical staff as you rotate through several different hospitals

    Since this internship is mainly observational, you’ll have the opportunity to shadow medical staff in many different departments. By doing so, you’ll be exposed to many different fields of medicine, which may even influence the direction you’ll take with a specialisation someday. A few of the medical fields you’ll learn about include:

    • Physiotherapy
    • Family planning
    • Eye health
    • Cancer treatments

    Attend lectures at a teaching hospital that will help you improve your basic medical skills

    To help you prepare for a future in medicine, you’ll sit in on lectures at a teaching hospital. You’ll join local medical students to see what it will be like once you start studying. These lessons will build your practical medical knowledge, and teach you basic medical skills.


    Carry out work in the local community 

    Visit local schools and present information on various healthcare issues facing the region. You will develop materials and activities for awareness campaigns and healthy living workshop.




    Free-time activities

    Experience life in Nepal while learning more about the country’s history and culture

    Your supervisors have put together an itinerary that is the perfect balance between medical work experience and adventure. They will accompany you throughout your stay and ensure you get to see more of what Nepal ...

    Free-time activities

    Experience life in Nepal while learning more about the country’s history and culture

    Your supervisors have put together an itinerary that is the perfect balance between medical work experience and adventure. They will accompany you throughout your stay and ensure you get to see more of what Nepal has to offer before you leave. You’ll get to see a few of the famous national parks, visit traditional Buddhist temples, and learn how to cook Nepalese dumplings.

    Form lifelong friendships with other teenagers with similar interests

    The teenagers who join this project are usually there for the same reason. They want to learn more about the medical field and decide if they want to become doctors. You can use this common factor to get to know one another. This is a great way to meet people your age from all over the world. Who knows, you may find yourself building friendships that last a lifetime!


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 15 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 15 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • 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

    • Training and workshops from our experienced local staff

    • Regular social events and community activities with other volunteers and interns

    • Access to our local office with internet connection

    • Certification of project completion

    • A cultural awareness course

    • Membership to our volunteer social media groups, to share information and to get in touch

    • Organised weekend tourism trips

    • Dedicated full-time staff members with you 24 hours a day

    Airport Pickup at Tribhuvan International Airport

    Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, a Projects Abroad staff member will be there to welcome you. They will then drive you to your accommodation in the city, where you’ll be able to relax and settle in. It’s about a thirty-minute drive from the airport to the city centre.

     You’ll spend your first night in Kathmandu, before travelling to Chitwan the next day by bus.  

    The cost of your airport transfers are included in your project fee.  

    Accommodation

    You'll share accommodation with other Projects Abroad volunteers and interns during your stay in Chitwan. This is a great way to get to know your fellow volunteers and interns, share experiences, and explore your surroundings in your time together.

    On our High School Specials, we will always try to have you share a room with at least one volunteer or intern of the same sex and approximate age. Your room will be modest, but comfortable, clean, and safe.

    Food & Beverages

    Your programme fees include three meals a day.

    Internet Access

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

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu. We assist you to find cheap flights to Nepal. 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 Nepal provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    This High School Special runs over fixed dates, and you can choose the trip that best fits your schedule. Each trip runs for two, three, or four weeks at a time.

    04 January 2026 to 17 January 2026 - 2 Weeks
    05 April 2026 to 18 April 2026 - 2 Weeks
    14 June 2026 to 27 June 2026 - 2 Weeks
    28 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 - 2 Weeks
    05 July 2026 to 18 July 2026 - 2 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 01 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 08 August 2026 - 3 Weeks
    19 July 2026 to 15 August 2026 - 4 Weeks
    02 August 2026 to 15 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    02 August 2026 to 22 August 2026 - 3 Weeks
    16 August 2026 to 29 August 2026 - 2 Weeks
    06 December 2026 to 19 December 2026 - 2 Weeks
    03 January 2027 to 16 January 2027 - 2 Weeks


    04 April 2027 to 17 April 2027 - 2 Weeks
    13 June 2027 to 26 June 2027 - 2 Weeks
    27 June 2027 to 10 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    04 July 2027 to 17 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 31 July 2027 - 2 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 07 August 2027 - 3 Weeks
    18 July 2027 to 14 August 2027 - 4 Weeks
    01 August 2027 to 14 August 2027 - 2 Weeks
    01 August 2027 to 21 August 2027 - 3 Weeks
    15 August 2027 to 28 August 2027 - 2 Weeks
    05 December 2026 to 18 December 2027 - 2 Weeks


    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $1,236 per week 2 - 4 weeks Age 15 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    2 - 4 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.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Asia > Southern Asia > Nepal > Chitwan

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