Global Health Short Term Internship
Coordinator | Natalie
Coordinator | Natalie
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Choose new departure dates or change to a different volunteer program at no extra costs.
Highlights
Contribute towards improving access to English language skills, training and awareness of preventative healthcare practices, non-communicable diseases and tropical diseases prevalent in Kampong Cham
Conduct your own research Project
Immerse yourself in Cambodia culture by attending its many vibrant festivals.
Gain skills in leadership, teamwork, teaching, events management and organisation
Visit Siem Reap’s Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s many southern islands
Create awareness around preventative health practices and teach English.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
50+
By joining our global health internship in Cambodia, you will gain experience in global public health, teaching English abroad, and sustainable development projects.
Conduct workshops to create public awareness on basic hygiene routines practices such as handwashing and toothbrushing, can prevent disease. You could also take part in research into access to water in Siem Reap. As an intern you can research on healthcare topics such as the prevention of dengue fever, medical treatment, and how the health of communities may be affected by access to water.
Conduct workshops to create public awareness on basic hygiene routines practices such as handwashing and toothbrushing, can prevent disease. You could also take part in research into access to water in Siem Reap. As an intern you can research on healthcare topics such as the prevention of dengue fever, medical treatment, and how the health of communities may be affected by access to water.
Another main focus of this program is leading English lessons to improve education in the local community and schools. By working closely with our local partners and the Siem Reap community, you will also be contributing toward UN SDG #17, Partnerships for the Goals.
Our interns live and work with GVI staff, interns, and other volunteers, in the community of Siem Reap, a bustling riverside town with a relaxed, friendly charm, located approximately six hours from the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh.
Our interns live and work with GVI staff, interns, and other volunteers, in the community of Siem Reap, a bustling riverside town with a relaxed, friendly charm, located approximately six hours from the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh.
Expect a busy day-to-day, including full days teaching, planning and preparing for lessons and workshops, as well as a minimum of two hours of training each week. You will work anywhere from the sprawling temple complex, including ancient sculpture and bas-reliefs, and gilded pagodas, in which local Buddhist monks are taught, to the drop-in educational facility in town centre, to our classroom situated amongst one of the most ancient and magnificent temples in Cambodia.
On the weekends travel and explore the surrounding area, travel to Phnom Penh to see the royal palace or to Siem Reap to see the ever-popular Angkor Wat.
This program includes the ILM Endorsed Leadership program, designed to develop your leadership skills and put you a step above other candidates. This program will be completed during your first 12 weeks on the base with GVI staff and other participants. Each week you will learn about a specific concept related to leadership and teamwork and complete an assignment on the topic. You will be guided through the process by your assigned mentor on base. At the end of the course, successful candidates will receive a certificate and personal recommendation.
Typical day
- Mondays to Fridays will be spent working with some of the most marginalized members of the Siem Reap community and supporting them to learn English as well as running workshops to raise awareness on basic hygiene and healthcare practices
- The exact projects that we get involved in will depend on the needs of the community at that exact time, and as such, participants should be prepared to be flexible and adapt to changes in the field.
- As an intern you will have weekly mentor meetings and reflection sessions, you will also complete an internship project
Free-time activities
Spend your evenings cycling along the magnificent Mekong river and round the neighboring islands of Koh Penh and Koh Thmey or pick up freshly made coconut pancakes along the bustling riverside promenade. On weekends practice the art of getting lost in the splendor of Siem Reap’s rural beauty with its many medieval temples and stunning mosques.
If you can travel further afield visit the capital city of Phnom Penh to enjoy the electric atmosphere of the bustling riverside, visit the sprawling markets or immerse yourself in the history of the Khmer Rouge with its sights and museums. Travel south down to the many spectacular islands off the Southern tip of Cambodia where you can spend the weekend island hoping to enjoy the stunning beaches, trek through uninhabited jungle or practice your snorkeling and explore the underwater world. Travel north and you will find the 12th century temple ruins from the Khmer Empire, the famous Angkor Wat.
If you can travel further afield visit the capital city of Phnom Penh to enjoy the electric atmosphere of the bustling riverside, visit the sprawling markets or immerse yourself in the history of the Khmer Rouge with its sights and museums. Travel south down to the many spectacular islands off the Southern tip of Cambodia where you can spend the weekend island hoping to enjoy the stunning beaches, trek through uninhabited jungle or practice your snorkeling and explore the underwater world. Travel north and you will find the 12th century temple ruins from the Khmer Empire, the famous Angkor Wat.
Water Sports
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Sports
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
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.
You need to speak English (basic level)
required
Basic Healthcare at High School level
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
No specific skills are required and all training is provided in country
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 24-hour emergency phone
- 24-hour in-country support
- Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
- Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
- All necessary project equipment and materials
- All necessary project training by experienced staff
- Location orientation
- Long term experienced staff
- Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
- Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
- Welcome meeting
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Additional drinks and gratuities
- Extra local excursions
- Flights
- International and domestic airport taxes
- Medical and travel insurance
- Personal items and toiletries
- Police or background check
- Visa costs (where necessary)
There are many international flights to Siem Reap International Airport (REP). We are located in the city of SIem Reap, which is roughly a 20-minute drive from the airport. Airport pick-ups can be arranged from 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM on your project start date, please request this from the GVI office. Volunteers will meet on their project start date in the evening at our guesthouse where the volunteers will be staying. They will then have a welcome presentation & risk assessments will be gone over. Departure: Saturday morning you will be transferred back to Siem Reap International Airport.
Accommodation is in shared rooms (usually same sex unless otherwise requested) with shared bathroom facilities. We will provide bedding (sheets, pillows, pillowcases) and towels. There is running water available for showers and flush toilets are available.
Guesthouse
Both western and Khmer food is available at our guesthouse restaurant and vegetarians can be accommodated. For breakfast you can expect a choice of eggs, bread, fruit and cereal. For lunch and dinner khmer dishes consisting of noodles, rice, and curries are available as well as western dishes such as sandwiches, burgers and pasta. There are many cafes and restaurants in the local area and you are free to go out for additional meals at your own expense.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Siem Reap International Airport (REP) in Siem Reap. We assist you to find cheap flights to Cambodia.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Cambodia provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Cambodia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Cambodia.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Due to the current situation you have the flexibility of changing the destination and start dates for this program at no extra cost. This added flexibility can be utilised until 31 December 2020.
Set Start Dates with Guaranteed Departures:
2020
- 27 Jun 2020
- 25 Jul 2020
- 22 Aug 2020
- 19 Sep 2020
- 17 Oct 2020
- 14 Nov 2020
- 12 Dec 2020
2021
- 09 Jan 2021
- 23 Jan 2021
- 06 Feb 2021
- 20 Feb 2021
- 06 Mar 2021
- 20 Mar 2021
- 03 Apr 2021
- 17 Apr 2021
- 01 May 2021
- 15 May 2021
- 29 May 2021
- 12 Jun 2021
- 26 Jun 2021
- 10 Jul 2021
- 24 Jul 2021
- 07 Aug 2021
- 21 Aug 2021
- 04 Sep 2021
- 18 Sep 2021
- 02 Oct 2021
- 16 Oct 2021
- 30 Oct 2021
- 13 Nov 2021
- 27 Nov 2021
- 11 Dec 2021
- 25 Dec 2021
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 12 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$2,198
4 weeks
$2,740
6 weeks
$3,249
8 weeks
$3,757
10 weeks
$4,266
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$4,808
Average fees
$750
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
Global Vision International (GVI)
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Global Health Short Term Internship
Create awareness around preventative health practices and teach English.
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