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Public Health Internship for Teenagers in Cambodia

Work with a group your age and get healthcare experience by doing health checks in disadvantaged communities

Destination

Cambodia

Age

15-18 y/o

Minimum Stay

2 weeks

Start Date

anytime

Accommodation

homestay

Service Hours

35-60

What’s Included

24/7 Support

Full supervision from arrival to departure, and 24/7 back up from our global teams.

Accommodation & Amenities

Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.

Activities, Training & Equipment

All programme activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.

Certification

Certified record of service hours, workshops, and activities for your CV.

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Starting at £1,985 for 2 weeks

Flexible 0% Interest payments

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Trip Overview

Support Cambodian communities

Contribute to public health initiatives, assisting with health education workshops, hygiene promotion campaigns, and data collection.

Sharpen public health skills

Gain practical experience in public health settings, learning about healthcare systems, disease prevention, and community outreach.

Discover the heart of Cambodia

Witness the breathtaking beauty of Cambodia, including the majestic temples of Angkor Wat and the picturesque riverside of Phnom Penh.

Dive deep into Cambodian culture

Experience warm Cambodian hospitality in a comfortable hotel, enjoy delicious local cuisine, and participate in authentic cultural ceremonies.

Create worldwide connections

Share your experience with other teen volunteers from around the world, making memories and crafting lifelong friendships.

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What you need to know

Overview

Want to make the most of your summer holiday? Interested in adding practical healthcare experience to your CV? Do you want to support communities in need? If you answered yes to any of these questions, our Public Health Teen Programme in Cambodia is for you.

In Cambodia, you’ll travel around the capital city of Phnom Penh, and work at medical outreaches in disadvantaged communities. You don’t need previous experience to join, as we’ll teach you everything you need to know. All of your work is supervised, and our staff are there to support you constantly.

You’ll learn how to measure blood pressure and temperatures. These skills will add a lot of value to your CV, and give you interesting points to talk about in applications and interviews. You’ll also be demonstrating your commitment to helping others.

When you aren’t working, our staff have organised plenty of activities and a weekend trip to keep you busy and entertained.

Aims & Impact

The aim of the Public Health internship for teenagers in Cambodia is to provide you with practical healthcare skills, and give you the chance to help others at the same time.

In Cambodia, many people can’t afford basic healthcare, or they live too far away from hospitals and clinics. We’re working to bring basic medical services to these communities through our Public Health Project. We’re also sharing knowledge about the importance of hygiene, and how to prevent disease. We need your help to reach as many people as possible.

We’ll teach you basic medical skills, like how to measure blood pressure and blood sugar levels. You’ll use these skills at outreaches. Doctors and nurses use the information you gather to treat patients, and recommend further treatment. We’ll also teach you about common healthcare issues, so you can help with raising awareness. Through your work, you’ll gain a deeper insight into the healthcare challenges people face in Cambodia.

Join our Public Health Teen Programme in Cambodia and help empower communities by sharing knowledge and basic medical care.

Activities

While learning more about Cambodian culture alongside other high school students, you’ll work under supervision at medical outreaches. Here are a few of the tasks you’ll be involved in:

Participate in community outreaches and assist medical staff with basic health checks
Conduct public health campaigns to educate schools and the local community
Learn about the healthcare system in Cambodia and traditional Khmer medicine
Learn more about Cambodian culture and the country’s history

Your work will focus on the following areas:

Participate in community outreaches and assist medical staff with basic healthcare

You’ll be taken to various kindergartens, primary schools, and care centres where you’ll assist medical staff with health checks for the children. You’ll also assist in improving the health standards of the children cared for at the schools and centres you visit.

Conduct public health campaigns to educate schools and the local community

You’ll visit communities where you’ll run awareness campaigns. You’ll present these campaigns to the public and share knowledge on various healthcare issues affecting the community. You can talk about the importance of good hygiene and how to prevent common diseases. You’ll also focus on the importance of seeking medical attention

Learn about the healthcare system in Cambodia

You’ll be taken on supervised visits to a local hospital. By doing so, you’ll get to learn more about the healthcare system in a developing country. Many countries still use traditional medicine and techniques to treat patients. By shadowing doctors in the hospital, you may also get to see traditional Khmer medicine being used.

Learn more about Cambodian culture and the country’s history

Your Teen Programme is not complete without a few activities that teach you about the history and culture of Cambodia. Depending on the length of your project, your supervisors will take you to various historical museums, the Royal Palace and the magnificent Angkor Temples. In addition, you’ll watch a traditional Apsara dance, eat local cuisine, and visit many of the Buddhist temples and local markets.

Throughout all these activities, you’ll be with our staff and a group of teenagers your age.

Map & Location

Uncover the magic of Cambodia, a Southeast Asian gem with ancient wonders and modern marvels. Here, the legendary Angkor Wat stands as a testament to the Khmer Empire’s power, but it’s more than just temples. Beautiful beaches, stunning skyscrapers, and roaring rivers can be found everywhere you look.

It’s a country on the rise, with tourism and agriculture driving its economy. Though marked by a complex past, Cambodia is developing as a tourist destination and offers an unforgettable experience.

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, lies where the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers meet. This busy city blends French colonial architecture with ornate Buddhist temples and is home to 2.5 million people. It has a tropical wet and dry climate, meaning it can be hot all year.

Filled with artisan markets, excellent Khmer cuisine, and historic landmarks, Phnom Penh has something for everyone. It is also well connected, offering easy access to the countryside and the wonders of Angkor Wat.

Food & Accommodation

Experience Cambodia worry-free. You’ll have all the essentials — a cosy bed, three meals a day, fresh drinking water, and daily transport to and from your placement, handled by our staff. You’ll eat at a variety of restaurants or markets throughout your stay.

You’ll stay in a modern and comfortable hotel with other participants on your project in Phnom Penh. By sharing rooms, meals, and activities, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know your fellow students and socialise after a day of project work. Your central location means you’ll easily experience everything the country has to offer.

On our Teen Programmes, we will try to place you in a room with at least one volunteer or intern of the same gender and approximate age. Your room will be comfortable, clean, and safe.

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Your Arrival Made Easy

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Cambodia Arrival Procedures page.