Medical Internships – in Greece
Shadow doctors in Greece for up to 40 hours per week in state-of-the-art hospitals and clinics
If you have a passion for medicine and are interested in gaining valuable & intense observation experience coupled with the change of exploring Greece then this program is designed for you. Our programs offer the change to gain experience & skills to fortify your medical school application and help you evolve your professional career. You will rotate through different specialties and witness medical procedures & operations that will help you decide on your studies.
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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 $1,900
Language: The internship is conducted in English
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm
Location: Athens & Thessaloniki, Greece
Internship Details
Program Reviews
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 all in-person and remote internship programs. Students can receive 1 academic credit for every 50 hours of internship (4 week / 40 hour per week internships lead to 3cr, 5 week to 4cr). The fee is $465 per credit (inc. application fees).
Ethical medical and surgical shadowing, compliant with AAMC guidelines
Medical Shadowing
This is an in-country shadowing program with provided shared housing and local team support.
Interns will have the opportunity to observe medical procedures side-by-side doctors, surgeons, nurses and other staff and participate in the daily routine, across various departments and specialties. The shadowing program is designed to rotate through all major departments and can be customized according to the intern’s area of medical interest. The medical team is mostly trained or worked abroad in the UK or USA, eliminating any language barriers and offering international expertise.
Our medical internship program offers pre-med, pre-health & graduates students the opportunity to gain top quality experience interning in the medical field. With valuable experience, you’ll develop your skills and understanding of different medical professions.
Department Rotation:
Anesthesiology
Cardiology
Dialysis
Emergency Room
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
General Surgery
Hematopathology
Intensive Care Unit
Nuclear Medicine
Orofacial Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Oncology
Pneumology
Radiology
Associated career paths:
Physician, Nurse, Surgeon, General Practitioner, Orderly, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Medical Scribe, Medical Administrator, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Radiologic Technologist, Phlebotomist, Cardiovascular Technologist, Anesthesiologist, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist, Obstetrician.
Fees
By paying for an internship ensures that you get support and a customized professional experience to increase your skills development and fortify your resume.
Learn more on: “Why should you pay for an internship abroad?”
Duration |
Fees (USD) |
| 2-weeks | $1,900 |
| 3-weeks | $2,500 |
| 4-weeks | $3,100 |
| 5-weeks | $3,700 |
| 6-weeks | $4,300 |
| 7-weeks | $4,900 |
| 8-weeks | $5,400 |
| 9-weeks | $5,900 |
| 10-weeks | $6,400 |
| 11-weeks | $6,900 |
| 12-weeks | $7,400 |
To apply for this internship, its quick, easy and free!
We will review your application and if we accept you on this internship we will ask you to pay a non-refundable deposit of US$250 to secure your place. The remaining of your internship fees (less your initial US$250 deposit payment) will be due no less than 60 days before your internship start date. Prior to your arrival you will also be asked to pay a $400 security deposit which is fully refunded after check-out within 30 days if everything is in order.
- Our fees are transparent with no other hidden fees or extra charges
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- Please read our Terms and Conditions
– Program Fees Include:
- 24/7 in-country support
- Airport pick-up
- Customized shadowing plan
- Fully furnished shared Accommodation
- Local English speaking coordinator
- International reference letter
- Internship placement
- Program & host city orientation
– Program Fees do not include:
- Local activities & meals
- International/local travel costs
- Travel document assistance & Insurance
- Any other service not mentioned
Reviews
Over the past years our team has been offering internships to hundreds of participants from around the world. Over the past few years it has expanded its program portfolio of in-person and remote internships to Erasmus+ funded MSc degrees & courses. You can read here some typical reviews from our past participants.
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Internship Details
Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks .
The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm.At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.
COVID: All interns in this program must be vaccinated before arrival. For all participants a negative Rapid test is needed on your first day at the hospital at your own cost (€10). You will be notified by the hospital if any change occurs.
Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.
The accommodation is fully furnished (single or double beds), with WiFi, shared with 1-6 other same-sex interns, and located in safe areas with easy access to public transport and close to the hospital. The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. Extra nights of accommodation or private apartments can be arranged in advance, if requested and subject to availability.
Interns should budget 30 Euros (about US$35) for a 30-day unlimited public transport card, 3-5 Euros for breakfast (about US$5-7) and 5-10 Euros for a simple lunch (about US$5-12). Greece has many dining options and from many different cuisines ranging from budget to high end depending on the intern’s needs. Most places accept credit/debit cards but interns are advised to carry cash in Euros.
As for Greece, perhaps there is no need for an introduction. It is one of the most popular and safest destinations in the world. Situated in southeast Europe it is blessed with sun, friendly people, rich cuisine and a truly unique landscape that spans from green forests to the deep blue sea. With its 2,500 years of history and its 1,400 islands there is plenty to discover in Greece and it will satisfy the most demanding visitor. Greece is one of the warmest countries in Europe with long, hot & dry summers and mild winters. The popular time to visit Greece is between May to September end. Occasionally heatwaves may occur with temperatures peaking (1-2 days) around 105°F / 41°C.
