Medical Internships in South Africa

  South Africa

• Cape Town: 
Cape Town (Kaapstad)

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 

Description: Connect-123 works with several leading hospitals, research institutes, and hospices in Cape Town and coordinates both clinical and research-based health care programs. Responsibilities range from providing non-medical care to patients, attending ward rounds and helping the nursing staff to conducting medical research. Past projects have included helping to lead health care-related workshops in local communities, assisting with the development of a pediatric pain management manual and providing ongoing help and support to nurses and patients.

Highlights: For all programs, we provide substantial local support, including relatively high end, secure housing, logistics support, and regular social programs (ranging from cultural tours to community service activities). We also advise program participants prior to departure and provide ongoing support and guidance once in Cape Town, from academic advice and mentoring to hands-on help in case of an emergency.

Qualifications: Connect-123 internships are tailor-made for students, graduates, and professionals in any field. Based on your specific interests and goals, we will find a unique work experience that best meets your needs.

Cost in US$: 1,495

- creating a tailor-made internship that specifically meets your needs;
- arranging secure, high quality, centrally located accommodation based on your budget;
- assisting with local transport, from providing advice on public transport routes to arranging long-term car hire;
- airport meet and greet service;
- a complete South Africa preparation and orientation information pack;
- advice, assistance, and guidance before, during, and after your stay;
- group-rate discounts;
- 24/7 emergency support and assistance

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to South Africa Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Connect-123 Internship & Volunteer Programs's Mission Statement: Connect-123 facilitates internship, volunteer and service learning opportunities for international undergraduate and graduate students in Argentina and in South Africa in a wide range of fields including business, education, engineering, health care, human rights, journalism, social work, and sustainable development. All programs are designed to create equal value for the international students, as well as for the local organizations where they work.

Year Founded: 2005