+++ 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.