Hue is one of Vietnam’s most lively cities. You’ll find adventure around every corner and have the chance to immerse yourself in local culture. From Hue, you can explore national parks, experience Vietnamese nightlife in the coastal cities, kick back on tropical beaches… there’s more to do than you’ll have time for.
Vietnam Highlights
- Head to postcard-perfect Halong Bay for sun, sea and sand
- Hike Bach Ma National Park for natural springs, waterfalls and wildlife
- Travel to Hanoi's Old Quarter for the ultimate Bun Cha noodle soup
- Cruise along the Perfume River aboard a local dragon boat
- Take the train through the mountains to the neighbouring town of Da Nang
The Work The World House
The Work the World house is a big part of your experience in Vietnam, and your home away from home.
What's more, you'll live with other healthcare students and graduates from all over the world, giving the house a social atmosphere.
The house is located in a lively tourist district in the centre of Hue and is within walking distance of the famous imperial city.
Some of the city’s best bars, markets, temples, and street food vendors are a stone's throw from your front door.
The house itself offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city, with a beautiful garden and a swimming pool for good measure.
In-Country Team
Management team: Based in the house, they oversee your entire Work the World experience — 24/7 — from the moment you land to the moment you leaveCatering team: cook a variety of both local cuisine and familiar home comforts, accommodaing all dietary requirementsHousekeeper: keeps the house clean and tidy from top to bottom, making sure you're comfortableLanguage teacher: visits the house twice per-week. During their lessons, you’ll learn everyday phrases and clinical terminology to help you get more from your placementSecurity team: Monitor the house 24/7 for extra peace of mind
Support in the Hospital
Before your internship starts, you’ll go with our team in an informal tour of your placement hospital. This is so you can meet your supervisors and get a feel for the new clinical environment.
The team will pay you regular visits in the hospital throughout your placement. This helps make sure everything is running smoothly.
We’ll tell you about your supervisors before you meet them. Aim to build rapport with them and they’ll reveal what the local system is like from the perspective of a local practitioner.
We’ve got all bases covered, offering you support at every level throughout your clinical internship.
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Internships in Hue
VILLAGE HEALTHCARE WEEK
Deepen your experience in Vietnam by spending a week living with a local family in a riverside village surrounded by rice paddies.
You’ll spend your mornings in the local healthcare centre where you’ll see how staff use traditional medicine alongside modern practices. Hop on the river ferry one morning and you can visit the district hospital to see how secondary care is delivered.
Each afternoon presents you with a new adventure - cycle to a nearby beach through stunning tropical landscapes, try your hand at the ancient craft of kite making, learn about centuries-old farming and fishing techniques, and more.
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"I have felt supported at every point. All of the staff, both in the UK and Vietnam, have been so lovely and accommodating".
Olivia Sharpe, University of Birmingham 2024
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"You experience the cultural differences first-hand and quickly develop professional relationships with local staff"
Joseph Shaw, University of Nottingham 2024
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"I didn’t expect to develop so many friendships with so many of the local doctors and nurses. I learnt so much at the hospital and enjoyed this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity".
Aurelie Parent, Erasmushogeschool Brussels 2024
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"I was introduced to the beautiful culture and people of Vietnam while learning about different approaches to medicine."
Jordyn Watson, University of Queensland 2024
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"If you are ever considering embarking on a healthcare experience in another country, do it you won’t regret it…"
Alana Clark, James Cook University 2024
Read moreWhat healthcare disciplines do Work the World cater for?
Work the World organize short-term educational healthcare internships for the following disciplines: 1. Nursing and Midwifery 2. Medical 3. Physical Therapy 4. Radiology 5. Pharmacy 6. Dentistry 7. Occupational Therapy 8. Paramedicine 9. Biomedical Science
WHAT IS THE WORK THE WORLD HOUSE LIKE IN VIETNAM?
Our house in Hue offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city. The garden is beautiful, with a stream, an ancient wishing well, and a swimming pool. The house is located in the centre of Hue, within walking distance of the famous imperial city.
WHAT TRAVELLING OPPORTUNITIES ARE THERE FOR ME WHILST I’M IN VIETNAM?
Hue is one of Vietnam’s most lively cities. You’ll find adventure around every corner and have the chance to immerse yourself in local culture. You can explore national parks, experience Vietnamese nightlife in the coastal cities and kick back on tropical beaches.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO DO A WORK THE WORLD INTERNSHIP?
Costs vary depending on where you go and the duration. Details of inclusions and costs can be found here.