Medicine Volunteer Programs
287 Medicine Volunteer Programs
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
Expand your horizons with a medical volunteer experience or inter...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...
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Join healthcare and medical projects, and gain practical experien...
See All 8 ProgramsAfrican Impact
Healthcare access in rural Zambia is a daily struggle, with many ...
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The Real Uganda's volunteers assist our partners with a variety o...
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International Medical Aid (IMA)
IMA offers an opportunity to enhance your medical and healthcare ...
Kaya Responsible Travel
RECRUITING NOW! Our Volunteering in Hospitals in Ghana placement...
See All 3 ProgramsVolunteer for the Visayans
Find out why it's more fun and meaningful to volunteer with us! V...
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Medical and healthcare placements in Mexico are some of the most ...
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Embark on a journey to immerse yourself in the captivating beauty...
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Spend time in some of Buenos Aires' best clinics, hospitals, and ...
Volunteer International Adventures
Join our Healthcare Experience project, also open to interns, and...
Volunteering With India
We have a program open to participants who want to help our Medic...
See All 2 ProgramsJakera: Learn Spanish, Volunteer and Adventure
Join our Best Seller Program! Combine immersive Spanish lessons ...
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Participating in a Medicine & Healthcare Internship in Nepal is a...
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This program provides additional staff to a medical clinic in a s...
See All 16 ProgramsGlobal Leadership Adventures
Travel to Costa Rica and make a difference in a subject area you ...
Child Family Health International
Visit Tarija, a tranquil city in southern Bolivia of about 200,00...
See All 13 ProgramsConnect-123 Internship Programs
Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—a...
See All 4 ProgramsFundación Aldeas De Paz - Peace Villages Foundation
Acquire hands-on experience while working alongside fellow intern...
Volunteer World
Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...
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Tanzania stands out not just for its stunning natural beauty but ...
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Lima, the capital of Peru, is located on the west coast of the Pa...
See All 9 ProgramsInvolvement Volunteers International
The Philippines is a stunning archipelago of over 7,000 islands, ...
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Spend a semester or academic year in the classic city of Florence...
El Terreno
Dive into this hands-on, personalized internship and gain experie...
Spanish Institute for Global Education
Are you looking for hands-on work experience to help launch your ...
Mondify
Join our Medical Internship in Argentina and gain hands-on experi...
World Unite!
Mount Meru Regional Hospital, in the city center of Arusha, is a ...
Travel For Teens
Expand your knowledge and experience in the field of medicine in ...
Institute for Global Studies
This internship provides fieldwork experience in a Latin American...
See All 6 ProgramsUnited Planet
Peru is one of United Planet’s most popular volunteer destination...
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Apply medical theories you have learned in school and gain hands-...
Volunteering Journeys
Sign-up for our medical volunteering programs abroad if you are a...
See All 10 ProgramsElective Africa
The Elective Africa Pre-Medical Shadowing Internship is ideal for...
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Travel to Tanzania and gain a stimulating and life-changing exper...
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Volunteering in Mukono offers a unique opportunity to give back t...
See All 2 ProgramsOur Generation Voluntary Organisation
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation offers a weeks-long volunte...
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Global Citizen Adventure Corps
Volunteer in a community development program bringing hope, heali...
Magister South Africa Programs for Students and Volunteers
Magister South Africa offers a broad range of internship and volu...
A Broader View Volunteers Corp
Volunteer in Peru with A Broader View Volunteers, a highly rated ...
See All 4 ProgramsMeiji Internships
Hong Kong is a magical, futuristic city built by the ancient civi...
See All 2 ProgramsPLATFORM for the NEEDY
PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) is focusing on general health , sa...
Bugeme Initiative for Development (BID)
The Bugembe Initiative for Development (BID) is an action-oriente...
Voluntario Global
Volunteer abroad and work at a Primary Health Care Center, locate...
Wild Vista Expedition
Step into the heart of healthcare in Tanzania and make a differen...
WorkCamp Africa Volunteers
We invite medical students and practitioners across all medical f...
Pro-Passion Projects
Do you crave adventure and a chance to make a real difference? Pr...
Minga House Foundation
Programa Simon is a part of Fundación Camino de Vida, a foundatio...
Global Works
Global Works specializes in service trips and educational experie...
See All 2 ProgramsCheherma Wellness and Knowledge
Join Cheherma Foundation's Medical & Dental Professional Exchange...
Jeunes en Actions Sans Frontières (JASF)
Are you ready for your volunteer adventure in Togo? Let the Young...
Msafiri Tours
Volunteer in Uganda – Make a Real Difference Join Msafiri Tours ...
Ngong Hills Volunteers
Make a real difference in underserved communities through hands-o...
See All 2 ProgramsSt. Miracle Works Educational Foundation
St. Miracle Works Educational Foundation offers a medical volunte...
See All 6 ProgramsHeeals
Experience India Beyond the Surface This unique volunteer oppor...
Friends For Asia
Be part of a Medical Intern Project in Thailand. You get the cha...
NPH USA
Do you love children? Are you interested in serving in Latin Amer...
Do Guatemala
Volunteer in Quetzaltenango – Help Out, Stand Out Ready to do s...
See All 2 ProgramsELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs
Our Medical Volunteer program in Latin America/South America is a...
See All 14 ProgramsMEDLIFE
Classic Service Learning Trips (SLTs) are week-long, immersive ed...
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Join Delight Foundation Africa’s inclusive volunteer program, whe...
Kilimanjaro Tanzanite Safaris Ltd
Explore a rewarding international experience by volunteering as a...
Local Hope Guatemala
Volunteer with Local Hope Guatemala in a meaningful program that ...
See All 2 ProgramsCercle de Liaison et d'entraide Féminine - CLEF TOGO
Looking to make a meaningful difference while growing personally ...
Cooperating Volunteers
Situated in a small hospital, this project encompasses various de...
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Eatl Tour offers a Volunteer package to all people around the wor...
People and Places
People and Places supports a range of health initiatives based in...
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The Childcare Program is designed for volunteers passionate about...
Kenya Voluntary and Community Development Project
Join the health program organized by KVCDP and gain insights into...
INLEXCA
Low-income communities have very limited access to good health se...
See All 2 ProgramsA Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Medicine
Prepare for Volunteering Abroad
Understand the benefits
Volunteering abroad can positively impact both the organization you're helping and yourself. Here are some of the ways it can benefit you:
- Enhanced problem-solving skills. You'll learn to adapt and tackle challenges in resource-limited settings, sharpening your ability to think critically and creatively.
- Increased motivation and passion. After witnessing everything, you'll return with renewed enthusiasm for medicine, inspired by the positive impact you made and the people you encountered.
- Cultural and professional enrichment. The thought of going to a new country not just to travel but also to contribute is deeply fulfilling, offering growth in both your professional and personal life.
Things to know
Traveling abroad for medical volunteering offers a transformative experience, exposing you to diverse challenges and rewarding opportunities.
- Popular projects. Medical programs range from diagnosing illnesses, counseling patients, and treating injuries to educating communities about nutrition and health. Programs often include teaching self-care and healthy living, especially for children, providing valuable hands-on experience.
- Professional benefits. Build confidence, enhance leadership skills, and strengthen your resume with practical experience while exploring a potential career in medicine.
- Humanitarian impact. Use your skills to make a lasting difference in underserved communities, fostering connections that feel like family and creating meaningful change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is highly advisable that you apply for volunteer programs related directly to health care, such as working at a hospital or joining a medical mission. Indirect programs could include health education or nutrition.
Volunteering is important for pre-med and medical students as well as professionals because it exposes them to situations they don’t normally encounter in their home countries. They also gain practical experience while making a difference.
Medical volunteers handle responsibilities based on their training and experience. Pre-med and medical students shadow and assist local doctors, while licensed professionals handle more complex duties.
Many healthcare volunteer placements abroad don’t require a degree or license. In fact, a lot of programs are targeted toward pre-med and medical students. These help advance their knowledge and skills while emphasizing their passion and dedication.
Plenty of volunteer opportunities abroad are available for doctors, such as general medicine and medical missions. You can apply through a placement platform or directly with an organization or initiative.
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