Internships Abroad in the Dominican Republic

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CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

Acquire hands-on experience while working alongside fellow interns (or volunteers) and medical staff at a hospital or neighborhood health clinic in the Dominican Republic. Aldeas De Paz offers the Medicine and Healthcare program, which provides you insight into the daily operation and routines of local healthcare facilities. For a minimum of two weeks, you will experience the apparent contrast between the realities of health care in a developing country and Western medical practice. As clinics and hospitals in the country strive to become modernized, they face numerous challenges. You will witness medical conditions that have remained untreated, which in turn have developed to an advanced pathological stage. This project broadens your perspective by giving you real responsibilities. You will gain experience in different departments: maternity (only female volunteers), pediatric, emergency, diabetes, HIV prevention, and nursing. You could be assigned with hospital administration and management as well, wherein your tasks could include assisting with statistics and accountancy.

Join our medical research program in the Dominican Republic! It introduces students to the concepts, lifecycle, and execution of research topics and models. We're looking for motivated individuals to join us for 5 days working with local medical doctors for on-the-ground data collection. Then, you spend 15 weeks working remotely alongside an experienced Medical Doctor Research Advisor on your chosen research project, ultimately publishing the results. You'll gain valuable research skills, work with a diverse team, and make a real difference in an underprivileged community. Global Health Leaders is an international healthcare education and research firm focused on advancing accessible healthcare around the world. GHL interns and volunteers help provide essential medical services in developing countries with families living in extreme poverty and without access to healthcare services. They also research ways to improve healthcare worldwide.

Veterinary internships abroad are perfect to gain work experience and discover new countries at the same time. Be it wild or domestic animals in Africa, Asia, Europe or Latin America, get ready to shadow experienced veterinarians and receive valuable training. Taking part in a veterinary internship is a great opportunity for pre-vet, college and high school students that have a love for animals and are interested in a veterinary career. Volunteers will benefit greatly from working with exotic wildlife and under completely different circumstances, so what are you waiting for?

Community Service Alliance (CSA) internships offer the opportunity to gain real-world skills while making a meaningful impact through community-driven projects in the Dominican Republic. Rooted in the priorities of local residents, CSA works hand-in-hand with communities to expand access to education, healthcare, and income-generating opportunities. As an intern, you’ll take part in hands-on projects like strengthening small businesses through a women’s cooperative in Hato Mayor, supporting youth vocational training programs, or launching literacy and STEM initiatives in rural schools. Throughout your journey, CSA’s dedicated staff will provide personalized support, ensuring a rewarding and enriching experience. You'll also have the chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant language and culture of the Dominican Republic—growing personally and professionally while making a lasting impact. Ready to get started? Click "Inquire Here" to take the first step toward a transformative experience.