Internship Highlights

Minimum Duration: 2-weeks
Maximum Duration: 12-weeks
Availability: All year round except for August and the two weeks around New Year’s Day
Fees: Starting from $1,950
Language: The internship is conducted in English
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm
Location: Thessaloniki, Greece
Eligibility requirement: Must be 18 years old or over and preferably with least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, physics etc. Interns must have a genuine interest in medicine and commitment to observation of both surgical and non surgical procedures.
University Credit: Cerca Abroad in cooperation with Webster University (Athens Campus) is able to offer a transferable US university credit option for this internship program. Learn more here.

ENT Internship

This is an in-country shadowing program with provided shared housing and local team support.

Gain specialized experience in one of Greece’s most advanced Otolaryngology (ENT) clinics, recognized as the leading Cochlear Implant Center in the country. This program offers pre-med, medical, and health sciences students an immersive experience in ENT specialties through clinical observation, research involvement, and exposure to innovative surgical procedures.

Program Overview

Interns will shadow otolaryngology professionals across a wide range of specialized ENT clinics under the supervision of experienced physicians. The program offers a comprehensive understanding of diagnostic methods, treatment approaches, and surgical procedures, with a focus on cochlear implants and advanced ENT subfields.

Interns will rotate through various clinics, including but not limited to:

• Cochlear Implant Clinic: Pre- and post-operative care, speech therapy, and psychological support for cochlear implant patients.
• Rhinology Clinic for Smell and Taste Disorders: Diagnostic and functional assessments using cutting-edge tests like Sniffin sticks, rhinomanometry, and nasal nitric oxide (NO) testing.
• Salivary Endoscopy Clinic: Endoscopic examination, stone removal, and gland treatment.
• Sleep Apnea and Snoring Clinic: Assessment, endoscopic examination, and counseling for snoring and sleep apnea, including innovative treatments such as hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator implantation.
• Hearing and Balance Clinic: Diagnostic evaluations of hearing and balance disorders, including audiometry, tympanometry, and video-nystagmography.
• Neonatal Hearing Screening: Early diagnosis and treatment of hearing issues in newborns using advanced otoacoustic emission testing.
• Swallowing Disorders Clinic: Endoscopic evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders.

Interns may also observe complex surgical procedures such as cochlear implants, endoscopic sinus surgery, tympanoplasty, laryngectomies, thyroidectomies, and tracheostomies. This exposure helps participants understand both routine and advanced ENT practices in a professional healthcare environment.

Key Learning Experiences

• Clinical Shadowing: Observe ENT specialists in outpatient consultations, diagnostic procedures, and surgeries.
• Multidisciplinary Approach: Work with audiologists, speech therapists, surgeons, and ENT nurses to gain a holistic understanding of otolaryngology care.
• Specialized Diagnostics: Learn about advanced ENT diagnostic tools and tests, including olfactory and taste assessments, hearing evaluations, and balance disorder diagnostics.
• Research Opportunities: Depending on the duration of the internship, interns may be involved in clinical research or data analysis related to cochlear implants or other ENT specialties.

Why Choose This Internship?

• World-Class Facilities: Intern at a top-rated ENT center with a proven record of excellence in cochlear implant procedures and ENT surgeries.
• Comprehensive ENT Exposure: Gain hands-on knowledge in specialized areas rarely covered in general medical internships.
• Global Expertise: The medical team includes professionals trained in the UK and USA, ensuring an international standard of care and mentorship.
• Tailored Experience: Tasks and rotations are designed to match the intern’s educational background and career interests.

Who Should Apply?

This internship is ideal for:

• Pre-med, medical, and health sciences students seeking clinical exposure in otolaryngology.
• Graduates planning a career in ENT, audiology, or speech therapy and wishing to gain relevant experience before residency or further studies.
• Individuals interested in surgical specialties and advanced diagnostic techniques.

Program Benefits

Certificate of Completion: Interns will receive a certificate highlighting their experience and key skills developed during the program.

Career Preparation: Develop professional skills in patient interaction, diagnosis, and surgical observation.

Networking: Build connections with leading ENT specialists and healthcare professionals.

Cultural Immersion: Experience healthcare practices in Greece while enjoying the country’s rich history and vibrant culture.

Associated career paths:

ENT Surgeon, Audiologist, Speech Therapist, Otolaryngologist, Pediatric ENT Specialist, Medical, Researcher (ENT), Neurotologist, Allergy Specialist, Balance Disorder Specialist, Sleep Apnea Specialist, Hearing Aid Specialist, Medical Technologist (Audiometry, Tympanometry), Medical Administrator (ENT Clinic), Surgical Assistant