Physiotherapy Internship in Cambodia

Do you want to gain more practical work experience in the physiotherapy field? Are you eager to travel and experience life abroad? If so, this project is a great fit for you!

Our Physiotherapy internship in Cambodia will allow you to build your CV . This is an ideal opportunity for a young professional. You will be able to practice what you’ve learnt and develop new skills under supervision. You’ll also learn to think out of the box, and how to adapt to a different environment. In addition, you’ll be using your skills to help where it’s needed most.

You need to have completed at least one year of physiotherapy related studies or training to join. If you have questions or need guidance, you can reach out to Projects Abroad staff at any time.

The internship is open year round, and you can join at any time for a minimum of two weeks. We do encourage you to stay longer so that you can make a bigger impact and learn more during your physiotherapy work experience in Cambodia.

This project is also perfect for qualified professionals. With your skills backing up our ongoing efforts, we can make an even bigger difference together. We’ll match you to the placement where your skills are needed most.

This means you can share your training and and knowledge with others. You can work hand-in-hand with our partner organizations and local communities to support sustainable development.

If you have relevant skills or qualifications, read more about how you can make use of them with Projects Abroad.

The aim of this project is to give disadvantaged adults, children and babies in Cambodia the physiotherapy treatment they need.

Many people living with disabilities and diseases in Cambodia cannot afford treatment. This means that a large number of patients don’t receive the support and healthcare that they need. Having you on board means that we can improve quality of life for more people.

We’re working towards four long-term, sustainable goals that are outlined in our Medical Management Plan:

• Improve access to basic healthcare for disadvantaged groups
• Improve the quality of specialized or alternative healthcare provided
• Encourage an understanding of medical practices and promote an exchange of medical knowledge
• Improve hygiene standards

Help us achieve these goals by joining our Physiotherapy internship in Cambodia.

On working days, you will travel to and from your placement via tuk tuk, which is a large motorised tricycle. Your transport to and from your placement is provided and paid for by Projects Abroad.

You’ll work from around 8.30am to 11am and then again from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. In between your shifts, you can head back to your accommodation for lunch. Alternatively, you can bring a packed lunch along with you to work.

During work hours, you will shadow other physiotherapists and help treat patients. You’ll also write up treatment plans and patient files. If you have the experience, you can work with local staff to improve their skills.

At the end of the work day you’re free to relax. Explore the city, stroll through a market, or go out to a restaurant for dinner. Alternatively, head back to the shared apartment and get to know your fellow interns and volunteers.