Summer 2026 Intake Now Open — Limited spots per batch Dubai · Abu Dhabi · Al Ain · Grades 9–12
Medicine Internships, Hospital Work Experience & Healthcare Programmes for High School Students
Medical work experience programmes for high school students in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, available to families across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the UAE.
My Child Wants to Study Medicine. What Should They Do Before University?
If your child hopes to study Medicine (MBBS), Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science or another healthcare degree, seeing a real hospital, clinic or laboratory before university can help them make a more informed career decision.
Hospitals, clinics and laboratories operate under strict safety, privacy and regulatory requirements, so most students apply to healthcare degrees without ever seeing these environments in practice. Intelligent Partners, a KHDA-approved UAE education consultancy with over 25 years of experience, arranges supervised medical work experience for high school students inside real hospitals, clinics and laboratories. Every programme awards a Certificate of Completion.
WhatsApp the Internship Programme Manager: +971 52 692 2531
Why Do Students Choose These Programmes?
– Explore different healthcare careers before choosing a university degree
– Understand what doctors, dentists, veterinarians and laboratory scientists actually do
– Experience real healthcare environments through supervised observation
– Make more informed decisions about MBBS and other healthcare pathways
Many families choose more than one programme so students can compare different healthcare careers before submitting university applications.
Clinical & Hospital Work Experience
For high school students who want to see medicine in action — wards, consultations, diagnosis, patient care.
Hospital Work Experience
Abu Dhabi
This hospital internship for high school students places students inside a functioning hospital, observing how departments operate, how patient care pathways are coordinated, and how clinical teams work together — with guided reflection sessions throughout.
Suitable for students considering: Medicine (MBBS), Nursing, Pharmacy, and healthcare pathways generally. A strong option for students beginning their MBBS preparation.
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Dentistry Work Experience- Dubai
Students observe the day-to-day running of a real dental clinic, the roles of dentists, assistants and hygienists, and how infection control and patient care are managed in practice.
Suitable for students considering: Dentistry.
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Veterinary Work Experience-
Dubai
Students observe how a veterinary clinic manages consultations and treatment, learn safe animal handling and clinic protocols, and gain insight into how veterinarians diagnose and treat different conditions.
Suitable for students considering: Veterinary Medicine.
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Dermatology Work Experience- Dubai
Students gain guided insight into how dermatology and aesthetic clinics operate, from consultation through to treatment planning, including exposure to technologies used in clinical practice.
Suitable for students considering: Dermatology, Medicine, and related healthcare pathways.
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Medical Laboratory & Biomedical Science Work Experience
For high school students who are curious about medicine but haven’t considered the science behind it. This is a medicine internship in Dubai and Abu Dhabi built around real diagnostic laboratory work rather than clinical observation.
Biomedical Science & Laboratory Work Experience
Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Students observe laboratory workflows across Haematology, Biochemistry, Immunology and Microbiology, and gain insight into how diagnostic testing supports patient care and treatment decisions.
Suitable for students considering: Medicine, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, or Medical Laboratory Science — including students who haven’t yet realised these career paths exist.
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Healthcare Skills
Practical Emergency Response Training — First Aid, CPR & AED
Dubai
Certified, instructor-led training covering emergency response, adult CPR, AED use, choking response and basic first aid, aligned with current healthcare standards. This healthcare work experience builds practical skills alongside clinical observation.
Suitable for students considering: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, or any healthcare pathway.
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Which Medical Work Experience Programme Is Right for My Child?
| If your child is interested in… | Recommended programme | Location |
| Becoming a doctor / MBBS applications | Hospital Work Experience | Abu Dhabi |
| Dentistry | Dentistry Work Experience | Dubai |
| Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Work Experience | Dubai |
| Skin health and aesthetic medicine | Dermatology Work Experience | Dubai |
| Biomedical Science or Medical Laboratory Science | Biomedical Science & Laboratory Work Experience | Dubai & Abu Dhabi |
| Emergency and practical medical skills | First Aid, CPR & AED | Dubai |
Still not sure? WhatsApp the Internship Programme Manager and describe your child’s interests — we’ll recommend the right fit.
Suitable for Students Considering
Medicine (MBBS) · Dentistry · Veterinary Medicine · Nursing · Pharmacy · Biomedical Science · Medical Laboratory Science · Physiotherapy · Occupational Therapy · Radiography · Healthcare Management · Public Health
Many high school students know they want a healthcare career exploration opportunity without yet knowing which specialty — these programmes are designed to help them find out.
Availability
Hospital, laboratory and clinic placements are scheduled around healthcare partner availability and cannot always be offered every school holiday. If your child is interested, contact the Internship Programme Manager early to check the next available intake and current programme availability. Eligibility is subject to approval based on suitability.
These healthcare programmes are available across our Dubai and Abu Dhabi partner locations, with students joining from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and across the UAE. Programme availability varies throughout the year.
Speak to Our Internship Programme Manager
Not sure which programme is the best fit?
We’ll recommend the most suitable hospital, laboratory or clinical work experience based on your child’s interests, intended university course and current stage of study.
Contact us to:
– Compare healthcare programmes
– Check current availability
– Confirm eligibility requirements
– Request the latest brochure
WhatsApp the Internship Programme Manager: +971 52 692 2531
Hospital Work Experience and Biomedical Science & Laboratory Work Experience both give students supervised insight into clinical and laboratory environments, which most students never see before applying to a medical degree.
Students receive participation certificates and documented exposure hours — key requirements for UCAS, AMCAS, and UAE university medicine applications. The experience also provides strong material for personal statements and interviews.
Yes. Many students complete more than one placement to compare fields before choosing a university pathway.
These programmes are designed to help students explore clinical environments before choosing a university pathway. They give supervised insight into real healthcare settings so students can make more informed decisions about studying Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine and other healthcare degrees.
Some clinical and laboratory placements require proof of specific vaccinations and clear health screening, in line with facility safety requirements. The Internship Programme Manager can confirm exact requirements for each programme
Yes. These are observational, introductory programmes designed for students exploring the field, not advanced clinical training.
Yes. Every student receives a Certificate of Completion. The First Aid, CPR & AED programme also carries a certified qualification valid for two years
Placements run according to hospital, laboratory and clinic availability rather than a fixed summer-only schedule. Contact the Internship Programme Manager to check upcoming intakes.