Dental Internships Abroad | Projects Abroad US

Our dental internships abroad give you the clinical skills you need to build your future dentistry career. When you intern abroad, you will not only gain valuable work experience in dentistry, but also:

learn from qualified dentists in real situations
experience day-to-day life working in a professional dental clinic
gain insight into how global dental practices differ based on resource availability
see oral diseases and conditions more advanced than at home (like tooth decay)
observe routine and complex procedures, like root canals or maxillo-facial surgery
participate in hands-on dental outreach and raise awareness of oral hygiene

Our dental volunteer abroad programs are suitable for all skill levels. Whether you are in high school, looking for pre-dental courses, or already at college hoping for experience, we can help.

The best part? Your dentistry internship abroad is hassle-free. Everything is organized on your behalf, and our in-country staff will keep you safe, structure your program, and guide you to make the most of your visit.

It was cool learning how things work without the fancy equipment that we have in the States. The doctor had to work strategically because they don’t have the best instruments or resources. The other volunteer and I called it the MacGyver method to dentistry.

Jennyfer Delvasto

Dentistry Internship in Argentina

It was great to be able to assist the dental team with procedures and also learn a great deal about dentistry in general as well as see some of the uncommon and complex cases faced here in Tanzania, such as abscesses and oral cancer.

Suni K

Dentistry Internship in Tanzania

Is a dental internship abroad right for me?

If you are looking to kickstart a career in dentistry with meaningful experience, this is the program for you.

Our dental volunteer abroad opportunities help you gain clinical skills while working in a supportive environment.

Our dentistry internships provide constant supervision and guidance from our trained staff. You will:

shadow dentists and learn about oral conditions and diseases first-hand
attend lectures and workshops taught by professionals
learn from qualified dentists and observe how to diagnose common dental diseases
use your new skills to help others during healthcare outreach sessions

The support you receive for dental volunteer opportunities abroad depends on your experience. High school students will be closely supervised and guided to develop their skills and understanding of dentistry, while college students will be given more freedom.

If you’re a professional looking to volunteer as a dentist abroad, our programs offer a new challenge. You’ll share your knowledge and skills with local staff and give back by treating disadvantaged patients.

Please note that the amount of hands-on work can vary between our destinations. If you have specific things you want to see, contact our Project Experts to discuss your options!

Read our full list of medical internships abroad.

A dentist performs a dental procedure for a patient in Kenya as a student doing a Dentistry internship abroad observes.

Summer dental internships for pre-dental students

Our Flexi Trips are ideal as summer dental internships for pre-dental students. You can choose your own start and end dates, so you can travel whenever you want all throughout the year.

What are the benefits of a dental internship abroad?

There are several benefits to completing a dental internship abroad for college students or high schoolers. You will:

find out whether dentistry is the right career for you to pursue
gain valuable work experience in dentistry to lay the foundations for your career
develop crucial personal skills such as communication, organization, planning, teamwork, time management, leadership, and resilience
observe oral conditions and treatment methods you might not encounter at home
get a more immersive dental shadowing experience compared to your home country
learn to work and empathize with people from different cultures and backgrounds
improve self-confidence and broaden your horizons

All of the above will enhance your resume and personal development and give you great practical experience to discuss in your interviews and applications.

How are our dental internships different?

At Projects Abroad, our first aim is to benefit the communities we work in. Our dental work experience abroad programs are all ethical, well supported, and impactful for the local population. Here are the two key elements that set us apart from other internship programs:

Hands-on work with trained professionals

On our dental internships abroad, you’ll work alongside real healthcare professionals. You can observe them in their everyday work, ask questions, and get involved with daily procedures. Our interns often mention how they gained a greater insight into dentistry than they ever did at home, setting them up for success at dental school.

A tailored approach

We’re often able to tailor your internship to your interests or specialization. You can work in multiple departments, focus on one particular area, or experience outreach work in the local community.

A local dentist is assisted with a dental procedure by a Japanese dentist at a clinic in Latin America.

Our Medicine & Healthcare Policy

We take the safety of our volunteers, interns, and the people they work with very seriously. That’s why we’ve put in place a comprehensive Medical Ethics Policy.