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This internship project allows you to gain hands-on experience in a real medical environment at a public hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam, and develop professional clinical sensibilities. Because the program takes place at Vietnam’s largest surgical center, you will have the opportunity to observe a wide variety of cases up close. Work and interact with medical students from around the world and experience a unique chance to learn about medical cultures and systems different from those in Korea.
1. Medical experience at a specialized surgical center
This project is conducted at a public hospital in Vietnam with over 1,500 beds and 52 operating rooms. High-complexity surgeries—such as cardiac and hepatobiliary procedures, robotic surgery, and organ transplants—are performed frequently, so there are many opportunities to observe cases that are rarely seen in general hospitals. You can broaden your medical knowledge through diverse clinical situations and develop clinical judgment by closely observing patient-centered consultations and surgical procedures.
2. Global exchange: learning with medical professionals from around the world
You will work not only with local specialist medical staff but also with medical and nursing students from various countries. Through ward education sessions, participation in rounds, and small-group discussions, you can share opinions with colleagues from different backgrounds and naturally broaden your perspective. By discussing patient cases with students from Europe, North America, Asia, and other regions, you will learn about differences in medical systems and treatment approaches. Through this process you will build a global network and expand your expertise and outlook by meeting new cultures and people.
3. Opportunities to explore specialties and expand career paths
You can directly experience various medical specialties you have been interested in, such as emergency medicine, anesthesiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pediatric surgery. You will mainly assist medical staff and observe patients, and with the supervising physician’s permission you may help with basic procedures and treatment assistance. Depending on participants’ majors or areas of interest, you can intern in a specific specialty for up to two weeks. This allows you to experience the atmosphere and work style of the field and confirm your suitability. Based on this global clinical experience, you will also be able to consider various career paths such as overseas residency, international health, and roles at organizations like the WHO. Take this valuable time to explore career directions that suit you by experiencing a range of medical specialties.
4. Cultural experiences while traveling throughout Vietnam
Hanoi is a city where history and modernity blend, and beyond the internship activities you can enjoy a variety of cultural experiences. Stroll around lakes to enjoy the night views, visit traditional markets and cafes to savor delicious Vietnamese food, and experience the daily lives of locals up close. On weekends or holidays, you can travel with fellow interns of different nationalities to places like Ha Long Bay, Sapa, Ninh Binh, and Da Nang to experience the diverse charms of nature and city life. Enjoy Vietnam’s vibrant culture and create unforgettable memories.
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This project is an internship program conducted at a public hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam. Participants assist professional medical staff, observe patients, and, with the permission of supervising physicians, may help with basic procedures and supportive treatment activities.
Activity Hours
- Activities are generally 8 hours per day, but depending on the hospital situation, there may be cases where the morning is 3 hours and the afternoon is free.
- During remaining time, you can travel and have personal leisure time.
* The schedule may change according to local circumstances.
Main Activities
- Assist professional medical staff (doctors and nurses) with simple procedures and supportive treatments, and observe patients.
- You will work in departments and wards such as the emergency room, intensive care unit, plastic surgery, traditional medicine, anesthesiology, infectious diseases, and otorhinolaryngology (ENT).
- You will mainly work with nurses and doctors, and medical staff may be very busy.
- There are often many patients, so you may spend a lot of time shadowing.
Local Orientation Information
- Information on local orientation and pre-training
* Before participating in this project, a local orientation and pre-training for volunteering will be conducted. Please purchase a flight that arrives on Wednesday in order to attend the orientation.
First Week Schedule
| Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday |
| Local Arrival | Orientation and Pre-training | Local Area Exploration | Rest | Start of Internship Activities | |
* Detailed information will be provided during the domestic orientation.
* From the first day of the lunar new year (approximately one week), Vietnam observes its largest holiday, Tet (Lunar New Year); if you participate during this period, schedules may be adjusted depending on local circumstances..
Additional information
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English requirement: ★★☆☆☆
*An interpreter cannot accompany you due to hospital guidelines and space constraints. |
Detailed Support
Detailed Support
- Breakfast includes toast, jam, fruit, coffee, etc. Lunch and dinner are served as local Vietnamese cuisine. However, Saturdays must be arranged individually.
*For vegetarians:Options may be limited to vegetables, eggs, and tofu.
- Activities include participation in cultural exchange nights and festivals. If a Korean cultural exchange night is held, a set amount of support is provided.
- For city tours, entrance fees for at least three sites are covered.
- The accommodation is equipped with various appliances (washing machine, TV, refrigerator, microwave, gas stove, toaster, oven, etc.).
■ Project Activities
■ Care Services
■ Certificates and Letters of Recommendation
Not Included
* Please book flights and transportation after your project participation is confirmed and you receive the final departure schedule.
* Visa issuance fees and local institution invitation letter fees may vary depending on the issuing country, the embassy, and the timing.
■ About the Institution
Established in 1906, this is a public, surgery-focused hospital located in Hanoi, Vietnam. To treat more patients it has increased its bed capacity each year and currently has 1,500 beds, more than 50 operating rooms, and over 25 clinical, laboratory, and administrative departments. It performs a wide range of complex surgical procedures, including cardiac, hepatobiliary, neurosurgery, and robotic surgeries, offering exposure to diverse clinical cases and making it highly valuable educationally. The institution provides a suitable environment for domestic and international medical professionals to develop their expertise through active international cooperation and systematic training programs.
■ A Word from the Local Institution Representative
I am Que, the person responsible for your daily life. Together with the local staff, I have long worked as part of a team to manage and support multinational volunteers. My goal is to help the Hanoi community develop and move in a better direction. What I really want to tell volunteers is to make sure you are mentally prepared before arriving in Vietnam. To understand and adapt to Vietnamese ways of life, you should balance reality and expectations well. Above all, I strongly recommend that you come with an open mind.
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The accommodation is run directly by the local organization managing the project and serves as a shared space where volunteers of various nationalities stay. It includes office space, so you can always get help from the local coordinator when needed. The accommodation is located about a 45-minute bus ride from the internship site. You can travel with the friends participating in the project so the journey won’t be boring.
The accommodation is located in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. Nearby there are cafes where you can enjoy rich, sweet Vietnamese coffee and shops selling light snacks, making it a nice place to relax during your personal time after activities.
| 4- and 6-person rooms (bunk beds) / shared bathrooms (gender-segregated) / three meals a day provided (except Saturdays) / Wi-Fi available in common areas |
Region: Vietnam, Hanoi
■ Every Wednesdayis a project that starts on.
■ The minimum participation period for this project is 4 weeks.
■ The cost of this project is at the top of the current pagewhere you can easily check detailed amounts by duration and options.
Participants and Qualifications
- Individuals aged 18 or older majoring in medical or health-related fields.
- Those interested in and wanting to participate in medical internships.
- Those who want to care for and support sick people.
- Those who want to gain unique experience at overseas hospitals.
- Those who want to gain internship experience while living with friends of various nationalities.
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■ Installment Payment Guide
If you have difficulty paying in full, you may prepay a registration fee of KRW 500,000 and deposit the remaining balance within two weeks. From the date the registration fee is paid, we will begin the process to confirm project participation and verify availability and openings. Securing your spot quickly is important if you wish to participate on your preferred dates and for your preferred duration! (Non-refundable once participation is confirmed)
*However, if the start date is imminent, the schedule for the remaining payment may change depending on the circumstances.
■ Early Bird Discount and Urgent Application Information
For all Gap Year projects, we recommend applying at least 3 months before the project start date to allow for normal processing procedures and Gap Year preparation; in principle, you should apply no later than 2 months before the start date. However, if there are unavoidable reasons or you need to join a project urgently, you can pay an additional fee for the urgent application service, and we will assist you with the fastest possible processing.
*We assist with the fastest possible processing, but there is a basic amount of time required for communication with local organizations and for confirming participation, and because all procedures proceed the same as for regular participants, those using the urgent application service must actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year operations team.
**Those who apply 180 days before the start date will receive an early bird discount.
***The urgent application service can be selected from the options above. For inquiries regarding the urgent application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
- Provided items: Automatic registration for Gap Year missions and notes / All orientation materials provided immediately upon confirmation of participation / Additional emergency staffing / Assistance in preparing documents if required, etc.
*If you have difficulty calculating dates, please refer to Naver's date calculator >>Naver Date Calculator Link
**Attention: In the case of super-urgent applications, there may be no available spots depending on local conditions, and subsequent procedures will follow the Gap Year refund policy. Also, any problems resulting from a participant's lack of cooperation are the participant's responsibility.
