Medical Internship
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Our medical programme positions are designed for those medical and pre-med students interested in learning about the health care system in China. It is a great way to add international experience to your resume.

The position you will be assigned depends on your time of commitment and your medical knowledge.  The large, well-equipped hospital in Beijing provides this excellent opportunity to those who are expected to observe the major medical practices/procedures instead of hands-on experience (more involving roles may be permitted with previous, relevant experience). For the duration of this programme, you will be provided a unique insight into traditional Chinese Medicine such as acupuncture and massage (tuina), as well as major western medical practices.

You will be assigned to work under the watchful supervision of an experienced, English-speaking doctor or nurse specializing in volunteers' respective, chosen medical field. For the duration of the programme, this healthcare professional will work as your supervisor. You will initially learn about the medical system in China before spending time in various departments at the hospital in Beijing. Depending upon your length of stay and preference, you'll also visit various specialized departments.

The volunteer works are varies in the following areas depending on the medical experience:

- Cardiology   -Dentistry    -Medicine      -Nursing         -Oncology  

-Ophthalmology         -Pediatrics   -Physiotherapy

-Surgery     -Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture and massage)

Sample week

Beijing Accommodation

The hostel located in Beijing's popular Sanlitun Bar Street, the Lufthansa shopping center and other tourist hot-spots are within easy walking distance of the hostel. The hostel has 35 rooms, with two to six beds in each room. It features air-conditioning, 24-hour hot water, a self-catering dining room, laundry room, general store, game room and a reading room. Residents may use the heath center and other entertainment facilities at the nearby 5-star sister hotel. All our Beijing programme volunteers will stay in Beijing central hostel 4-bed room. (programme fees includes the 4-bed room cost). Or you can upgrade to the twin or single bed room on your own extra cost when arriving the programme.