An Occupational Therapy Internship equips you with the real-world skills and knowledge you need to drive your career forward. Our programs work for all levels. So, you could be a student interested in occupational therapy shadowing opportunities, or a professional looking for occupational therapy volunteer work.
What can you expect from a Projects Abroad Occupational Therapy Internship?
- Shadow qualified occupational therapists with a diverse range of experience
- Observe different methods of treatment compared to your home country
- Work in various types of facilities, like hospitals, schools, or rehabilitation centers
- Learn how to adapt to working in low-resource environments, often with handmade equipment
- Get first-hand insight into the healthcare challenges people face worldwide
Occupational Therapy abroad is an eye-opening experience. Not only do you add new skills and work experience to your resume, you get to spice it up by adding travel to the mix! Internships in occupational therapy also help you:
- Demonstrate your commitment to helping others
- Show your willingness to adapt to other cultures
- Grow personally and professionally, and challenge yourself
- Become more confident and empathetic
Choose an Occupational Therapy Program
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Occupational Therapy Internship in Kenya
See this project- Price: $2,500 USD for 1 week
- Extra Weeks: $400 USD
- Start Date: Anytime
- Minimum Duration: 1 week
- Ages: 16 or over
Occupational Therapy Internship in Cambodia
See this project- Price: $2,400 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $350 USD
- Start Date: Anytime
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 16 or over
Occupational Therapy Internship in the Philippines
See this project- Price: $2,550 USD for 1 week
- Extra Weeks: $450 USD
- Start Date: Anytime
- Minimum Duration: 1 week
- Ages: 18 or over
Over the three weeks I was there, I administered OT assessments at the rehab centre and at-home visits to determine the patient’s occupational issues. For many of the stroke patients, I used mirror therapy or constraint induced movement therapy to target their affected upper limb. For many of the young children with cerebral palsy, I used play therapy to develop their upper limb and fine motor skills.
Emily M
Occupational Therapy Internship in the Philippines
Is an Occupational Therapy Internship Abroad right for me?
Our Occupational Therapy Internships fit a diverse range of skill levels. You can use the experience to:
- Explore if this is what you want to do on a pre-occupational therapy internship
- Gain insight into what work is really like the on ground on our occupational therapy internships for undergraduates
- Get a fresh challenge as a professional through occupational therapy volunteer opportunities abroad
No matter where you go to study occupational therapy abroad, our staff will be there for you. Projects Abroad in-country staff are available 24/7, so you’ll have support whenever you need it. At your internship, your work will be supervised by professional local staff. They’ll also guide you at any community outreaches you participate in.
Ultimately, our Occupational Therapy internships for college students will prepare you for the next stage in your studies or career. You can talk about your experience in essays, interviews, and applications, and set yourself apart from the crowd!
Unsure if an Occupational Therapy internship is right for you? Take a look at other programs that may be a better fit:
- Physical Therapy, where the focus is more on helping patients improve movement
- Public Health, where you get involved in more practical outreach work and education
Read our full list of intern abroad programs.
Occupational Therapy Summer Internships
We have Occupational Therapy summer internships running throughout the months of June, July, and August. These programs also run throughout the year, so you can join during the quieter months.
Our Flexi Trips are safe, flexible, and hassle-free for everyone, from undergrads to professionals. You can join from the age of 16 up and choose your own travel dates and program duration. Better still, the experience can be tailored to your personal requirements! This summer could see you helping to treat patients at a rehabilitation center in the Philippines, or observe the patient-therapist relationship in closer detail in Kenya.
What are the benefits of an Occupational Therapy Internship?
There are numerous benefits to completing an Occupational Therapy internship with Projects Abroad. In addition to adding invaluable skills and professional growth to your resume, you’ll also:
- Improve global competencies such as teamwork, communication, organization, resilience, planning, and time management
- Observe medical conditions, illnesses, and therapy techniques you may not encounter back home
- Develop a global mindset from working with people of many different cultures and backgrounds
- Increased self-confidence as you broaden your horizons and grow as a person
All of the above will also enhance your resume, and your personal and professional development.
Why does this internship matter?
This experience will bring you closer to a future working in your chosen field. We’re proud to support future talent who will bring vital skills to communities in need.
How are our Occupational Therapy Internships different?
At Projects Abroad, our first aim is to benefit the communities we work in. Our internships are ethical and well supported. Here are elements of our work that set us apart from other programs:
We record our work in a secure database
We have a Global Impact Database to track the positive impact of our projects. It’s secure and anonymous and we use it to identify specific areas of need. The data we record helps us shape aspects of our work, like medical outreaches and health awareness campaigns. We also use it to monitor the progress of individuals, report our results, and collect data for research. All this work follows our carefully researched Management Plans.
Real work with trained professionals
As an intern, you’ll work alongside real healthcare professionals. You can observe them in their everyday work, ask questions and hear more about their experiences. You’re likely to get greater exposure to the frontline of medical care than in your home country.
A tailored approach
We're often able to tailor your internship to suit your interests. You can work in more than one department or focus on one particular area, and experience outreach work in the local community.
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.
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