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Dental Elective Internship in Peru

The Dental Elective Internship in Peru is designed for dentistry students who wish to gain valuable knowledge and skills by working along with professional dentists.

Highlights

  • Gain hands-on experience in Dental Internships in Peru, working alongside professional dentists in local hospitals and clinics, tailored to your level of expertise
  • Participate in medical camps, leading oral hygiene awareness campaigns in underserved communities
  • Visit public schools and kindergartens, conducting dental check-ups while teaching children the importance of oral care in fun and engaging ways
  • Expand your knowledge in specialized areas like Periodontology, working on real cases that will boost your professional skills
  • Enjoy free weekends to explore Peru's stunning heritage sites, including Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and more
Curso eletto in der Zahnheilkunde in Peru

Overview

The Dental Elective Internship in Peru is tailored for dentistry students looking to enhance their practical skills by working alongside experienced local dentists. The scope of your involvement will depend on your academic training and clinical experience—from assisting with dental procedures and sterilizing instruments to more hands-on tasks if your qualifications allow.

Daily responsibilities vary, but interns typically work 4-5 hours per day, leaving evenings and weekends free for travel and exploration.

Note: This program is ideal for dental students seeking practical, real-world experience to complement their studies before entering the professional field.

What to bring for your Dental Elective Program?

Each volunteer must bring the following list.

  1. Periodontology kits (x2)

  2. Conservation kits (x2)

  3. 50 dental needle (different sizes)

  4. 01 white medical jacket and Scrubs (to wear daily)

  5. Box of surgical gloves (x2)

  6. Alcohol wipes (x2)

  7. Gauze (x50)

  8. Medical cotton (x4)

  9. Dental composite resins (white filling)

Interns participating in this project need to bring their own materials to develop dental cures and prophylaxis (it is mandatory).


Intern Roles & Responsibilities

Intern Roles & Responsibilities

  • Sunday -  Arrival in Cusco, Peru, an orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, informing the volunteers about relative topics such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestion over things to do in Peru.

  • Monday - to Friday - Volunteer Work
    Interns should arrive at 08:15 a.m to the medical centers and stay until 01:00 p.m 

  • Weekends: Free to explore the city/ Head out for Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley etc.
    Breakfast - 07:00 am to 08:00 am
    Lunch - 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm
    Dinner - 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm
    The same volunteer work schedule continues from the second week onwards.

  • Note: Please note, the schedule may vary depending on the particular project the volunteer is participating in.

Note: Please note, the schedule may vary depending on the particular project the volunteer is participating in.


Intern Work Schedule

Intern Work Schedule

The Dental Elective Internship in Peru offers a valuable opportunity for dentistry students to work alongside professional dentists, gaining real-world experience. Your tasks will depend on your expertise and academic qualifications.

  • For students with clinical experience, you may assist in dental procedures, sterilization, and more hands-on tasks.
  • For those without clinical experience, you will primarily serve as observers and assistants, supporting the dentists in their daily work.

In addition, interns on occasion, will visit public schools and kindergartens to teach children about the importance of oral hygiene.

Interns typically work 4-5 hours per day, with evenings and weekends free to explore Peru’s vibrant culture and history.

Note: This program is ideal for dental students looking to enhance their skills, with roles tailored to their level of clinical experience.


Project Requirement

Project Requirement

Interns must be 18 years or older at the time of joining the internship. As an intern, you should have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. Dental interns must provide a clean criminal background check report, CV, Passport Copy as well as other documents and credentials pertaining to their qualifications prior to joining the program. The program is available for only dental students looking to gain valuable exposure by doing dental elective abroad. Students must have an intermediate level of Spanish to join the program.

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Living

Living

When you choose to volunteer in Peru, just pack your bags and arrive at the destination with a relaxed mind. Our dedicated coordinator at the location arranges airport transfers, stay, meals and also weekend tours for you. All you have to do is arrive.

Airport Transfer

Volunteers are picked up from the Cusco Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Peru will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand or at the bus station.

Accommodation

Volunteers are provided with accommodation with local host families. By staying with a host family you will experience the local culture, customs and Peruvian way of living. Volunteers are hosted in shared bedrooms with other volunteers. Usually, there are 2 bathrooms in every host family with hot showers. Accommodations are clean and comfortable. Some houses have the WiFi connection and cable TV as well.

Orientation

A half day orientation will be provided by the local staff. Areas like culture, greetings, locations, transportation, safety, and volunteer placements are given during the orientation. The orientation will be given by the local staff in Peru.

Meals

Volunteers are provided with three cooked meals a day (Monday- Saturday) at the host family house. Meals vary from day to day and generally include soups, vegetable salad, rice, potatoes, juice, dessert etc. 

During your Free Time

Volunteers are free to visit and see places or do shopping during their free time. On the weekends most of the volunteers plan a trip to Sacred Valley or the world famous 'Macchu Picchu' - the lost city of Incas. In Cusco, you can walk around Plaza de Armas and explore the different restaurants and shopping areas.


Dates

Dates

November

17

24

December

01

08

15

22

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Costs

Duration
Program Fee
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1 Week $605
2 Weeks $755
3 Weeks $905
4 Weeks $1057
5 Weeks $1345
6 Weeks $1534
7 Weeks $1723
8 Weeks $1932
Extra Week $425

Please Note: An application fee of is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.

What are you Paying For?

  • 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
  • Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
  • Airport Pickup from Cusco Airport
  • Orientation 
  • Accommodation in a homestay
  • Meals
  • Insurance (Provided at an extra cost)

What's NOT Included?

  • Airfare 
  • Visa and Visa extension fee 
  • Return airport drop and airport taxes
  • Local Transportation
  • Any personal expenses

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