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Occupational & Physical Therapy Internships in Jordan

Occupational & Physical Therapy Internships in Jordan

Assist qualified therapists in their provision of treatment and diagnosis to patients of various ages. Interns should come prepared to support day-to-day therapy and rehabilitation tasks, enhancing their practical knowledge, compassion, and relationship-building skills.

Internship Highlights:
  • Contribute to rehabilitation and treatment for people with a range of conditions.
  • Learn how experienced therapists conduct therapy sessions.
  • Enjoy exploring Jordans capital city, a destination rich with culture, art, language and cuisine.
Type of host organizations:
  • Childcare facilities
  • Special care facilities
Fully hosted experience from $3113
Includes accommodation & meals
Two start dates per month
Minimum duration 4 weeks, up to 12 weeks maximum
Arabic language lessons available
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Suitable for English language speakers
Eligibility requirements and Associated career paths
Eligibility requirement

Occupational Therapy internships in Jordan are suitable for students and recent graduates at various levels of relevant medical/healthcare studies. First year undergraduate students are eligible, provided that their studies have commenced. Occupational Therapy interns will be required to submit academic transcripts and a letter of recommendation from their university.

Language requirements

This internship is conducted in English. However, interns should expect that a language barrier can still be encountered to a certain extent. We encourage all interns to take advantage of Arabic language lessons, which can be taken in conjunction with the internship.

Associated career paths

Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Recreational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Geriatric Fitness Specialist, Sports Medicine, Chiropractor, Osteopath, Disabled Carer, Nurse, Rehabilitation Supervisor, Assistive Technology Trainer, Industrial Rehabilitation Consultant, Occupational Rehabilitation / Therapist Aide, Therapy Assistant, Athletic Trainer

Internship details

Occupational & Physical Therapy internships in Amman, Jordan provide a unique and rewarding opportunity to gain real world experience in a therapy clinic. Assisting trained local physicians to support patients with a range of needs and abilities, you’ll provide assistance related to diagnosis, therapy and rehabilitation, enhancing your practical knowledge, compassion, and relationship-building skills.

This is an in-country internship, with accommodation provided. You can explore remote internships, if you are looking for an internship program that you can undertake from home.

Interns must come prepared to shadow, observe and assist, according to patient needs and dynamic priorities. Placements can include non-profit health centers for the disabled, childcare facilities and specialist care facilities. Individual internships experiences vary, as the specific placement that you’re assigned will depend on review of your resume and your current level of studies and experience. Practical activities are related to assistance to supervisors with patient care and evaluation, rehabilitation planning, and physiotherapy treatment sessions. The common mission is focused on improving quality of life and self-esteem, while assisting clients to enhance skills, mobility and independence.

Occupational & Physical Therapy interns have the opportunity to develop broader cultural intelligence and communication skills, which are essential for this field of healthcare. Come prepared to encounter a different healthcare system than what you may be used to within your home country. You may find some placements to be comparatively under-resourced and under-funded. Nevertheless, interns are expected to remain professional and compassionate at all times.

In all cases, interns should expect that the first week of your experience will focus on settling in and gaining some introductory knowledge, as you will not “hit the ground running”. Rather, you should start with learning about the placement to gain an understanding of what you can build upon, develop, learn, and contribute. Ensure that you ask questions and provide feedback during the introductory period, so that your supervisor understands how you’re progressing. This will help them to better understand important details, such as how quickly you learn, what you find challenging, what you find interesting, etc.

Understand and expect that individual internship experiences vary, as the specific placement that you’re assigned will depend on review of your resume and your current level of studies and experience. Therefore, if you’re at a more introductory level, you should reasonably expect a more introductory internship. Likewise, if you’re interning for a shorter duration, you will have a different experience from someone who is interning for a longer duration. Placement preferences are considered but always subject to availability.

Supervision can at times be handled by a range of local staff members, who are in the best position to provide guidance, direction, and answer questions pertaining to duties and responsibilities. Note that interns should expect that an Arabic language barrier can be encountered to a certain extent. We encourage all interns to take advantage of affordable language lessons, which can be taken in conjunction with the internship.

Typical Schedule

  • The Jordan work week runs from Sunday to Thursday, with Fridays and Saturdays available for free time. Occupational & Physical Therapy internship placements are typically operational between 8am - 2pm. Afternoons are available for the optional addition of Arabic language lessons (to be scheduled at an additional cost). You will be welcome to discuss your schedule at all times throughout the internship, should you wish to pick up any extra hours. This is subject to availability and must always be discussed with your in-country coordinator, who will support you with questions and arrangements.

Career Benefits

Occupational & Physical Therapy interns learn from a qualified and experienced supervisor, and can be involved in:
  • Aiding therapists with provision of therapy techniques to patients.

  • Assisting with educational support related to patient rehabilitation.

  • Conducting therapy research.

  • Identifying needs and evaluating methods of support.

  • Helping with therapies for disabled students and other individuals.

Professional development opportunities:
  • Observe therapy treatments in a foreign environment to learn from local practitioners.

  • Understand how therapy is provided to individuals with disabilities.

  • Assist with a range of therapy treatments for diverse needs.

  • Begin to develop or improve Arabic language skills.

  • Gain practical skills and boost your employability, with guidance from Intern Abroad HQ’s Experiential Learning Curriculum to support your learning and cultural intelligence.

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Program fees

It’s free to apply for this internship. Once we have reviewed your suitability and accepted you onto this program, you’ll need to pay a deposit of US$499 to confirm your place. The remaining balance of your Program Fee (less your initial US$499 deposit payment) will be due no less than 60 days before your internship start date.

Duration
Program Fee (USD)
4 weeks $3,113 Equivalent to $111 /day
5 weeks $3,623 Equivalent to $103 /day
6 weeks $4,133 Equivalent to $98 /day
8 weeks $5,193 Equivalent to $92 /day
10 weeks $6,263 Equivalent to $89 /day
12 weeks $7,283 Equivalent to $86 /day
  • Airport pick-up
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • Program orientation
  • Dedicated support before, during, and after your internship
  • In-country guidance for social and tourist activities
  • Sourcing and securing your internship placement
  • Personalization of your internship plan
  • Coaching from your supervisor
  • Documented portfolio of your experiential learnings
  • Academic credit facilitation
  • International reference letter
  • Certificate of Internship Completion
  • All in-country transportation
  • Visa (if required), flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check
  • Transfer back to the airport at the end of your internship program
  • Personal spending money for snacks, drinks, public transport, laundry, and leisure activities during your free time.
  • A deposit of $499 (approximately 499) is required to secure your internship
  • Balance of your Program Fee is due 70 days before your internship start date. The Program Fee payment can also be completed in installments through our Zero-Fee Payment Plan. Learn more.
  • All payments attract a 5% transaction fee to cover international banking fees and currency charges.
  • Terms and Conditions apply.

Free-time experiences & tours in Amman

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Ma'in Hot Springs Experience

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Mount Nebo and Dead Sea

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Arrival and Orientation

The Jordan work week runs from Sunday to Thursday, with Fridays and Saturdays available for free time. Therefore, internship start dates are the second and fourth Saturday of every month. Exceptions may be made to this when start dates are shifted to avoid public holiday disruptions or closed when the program has already reached capacity. Interns may choose to spend a minimum of 4 weeks, up to a maximum of 12 weeks. Airport pick up, accommodation, and selected meals are included in the Program Fee.

The accommodation is covered from the Friday night before the Saturday start date. Please aim to book your flights, to arrive on this date. However, if you are traveling in Jordan prior to commencing the internship, we can alternatively arrange for you to be picked up from a pre-approved meeting point in central Amman.

The typical port of entry is the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Pick up from this airport is included in the cost of the internship Program Fee. Upon arrival, interns will be met, greeted, and transferred to the accommodation (located approximately 45 minutes drive from the airport).

The internship orientation is provided on the Saturday. Orientation is hosted in Amman and runs for a full day. Orientation covers important onsite information for your internship experience in Jordan, including general introductions, information about Jordanian customs, rules and expectations, safety guidance, details about travel opportunities, and more. Your specific internship placement orientation will follow the general orientation, as you’ll be shown how to travel to and from your internship and be introduced to the team you’ll be joining.

The last night of the accommodation is the Wednesday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Thursday. Extra nights of accommodation can be arranged in advance, if requested, and are subject to availability. Return transportation to the airport is not included in the internship program fee but local staff can assist you to make arrangements. Expect to budget US$35 for private transportation (e.g. Uber or taxi).

Please note that all participants are advised not to book flights until they have first registered to confirm their internship placement.

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Accommodation and WiFi

All interns in Jordan are accommodated in an apartment with a balcony, located in the heart of Amman in the Jabal al-Weibdeh neighborhood, known for its bohemian vibe and quaint cafes. This is located approximately 10 minute’s drive from the central office of the local team. Upon request, Arabic language lessons can be arranged at the apartment accommodation itself, in order to avoid commuting.

Bedrooms in the apartment are shared and guests should expect to share the room with up to 3 roommates of the same gender. A private bedroom may be requested in advance but this is subject to availability and there is an accommodation surcharge that must be paid for the special reservation. Each guest has access to use of a lockable private closet for storing belongings.

Bathrooms are shared and toilets can be accessed by diverse genders. There are two bathrooms per apartment, with western-style toilet installations. Note that the toilets may be equipped with a bidet shower, which is common use in Jordan. Water is used instead of, or together with, toilet paper, for hygiene purposes. Given that most toilets in Jordan do not always contain toilet paper, all interns are advised to ensure they prepare to source their own throughout their time spent in Jordan. It can be purchased in-country, very affordably, at an estimated cost of US$4-8 per month.

Air conditioning is available in all rooms and you can use the remote controls to operate it. Guests will be asked to be energy efficient and environmentally friendly by turning off air conditioning when not in use and going out (in addition to lights and other appliances). The summer season runs from late May through early October. July is typically the hottest month, with an average high of 88°F / 31°C (and low of 66°F / 19°C). If you are sensitive to the heat, you may consider joining this program during cooler months.

A housekeeper comes Sunday to Thursday to clean the general areas of the apartment. For guest privacy, housekeeping services do not include the bedrooms and guests are required to keep their own spaces tidy. However, linen changes can be made upon request (and this will be done to accommodate guest turnover). Guests can do their own laundry using the washing machine in the accommodation. Alternatively, there is also a laundromat nearby, which interns can access independently and must budget for its services.

The apartment has WiFi. To keep connected when out and about, you can also purchase a local SIM card with data for an unlocked mobile phone. The local team can assist you with this.

Please note that upon accommodation check in, a security deposit will be required (fully refundable upon check out, assuming that no damages, lost keys, or services need to be settled). This amount is US$100 and must always be paid in cash. Interns may be refunded the security deposit on the check-out date, after confirmation that the accommodation has been left without damage, property loss, or excessive cleaning requirements.

For commuting to and from the program accommodation, interns can use public transport, Taxi/Uber, or (depending on proximity) may even walk to/from the internship placement. A weekly budget of US$60 per week should be sufficient for use of public transport, in addition to miscellaneous expenses, such as laundry, bottled water, snacks, etc.

Please note that the accommodation pictured in the photo gallery of this webpage is provided as an example. During busy times of the year, a secondary apartment (with similar amenities) may be utilized, depending on program capacity. Therefore, there is a chance that the exact accommodation you’re assigned may differ from the photos displayed. Rooms sizes vary. If you have specific questions, please contact the Program Manager.

Meals

Internships in Jordan include daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, served at your accommodation by the housekeeper from Sunday to Thursday. On the weekends (Fridays and Saturdays) you are free to cook for yourself and use what you want from the fridge.

Breakfast is usually served between 7:00 - 8:00 am. Lunch is usually served between 14:00 - 15:00 pm. Dinner is usually served between 19:00 - 20:00 pm.

Staples of the diet usually include rice, potatoes, cauliflower, cucumber, yogurt, meat (such as lamb or chicken), olives, flatbread, and liberal use of traditional herbs and spices. Breakfast and dinners tend to be smaller portions with mixed platters including falafel, dips, bread, eggs, fresh fruit and vegetables. Lunch is the bigger meal of the three, and can include a range of meats, breads, rice dishes, salads and vegetables.

Tap water is not drinkable; however; bottled water is readily available to purchase. Interns should budget approximately US$10-15 per week for this.

If there are special snacks you like to have (or meals/treats above and beyond what is provided), please budget for them and take care of your own preferences independently. A weekly budget of approximately US$50 should be generous for covering extra snacks, treats, and drinks (as a supplement to what’s already going to be included for you). However, consider that your weekly spending budget will be determined by your own personal spending habits and lifestyle choices, so please take this into consideration and plan accordingly.

Note that gluten free products and alternatives (such as gluten free breads, cereals, cookies, etc) can sometimes be difficult to source in Jordan (and you may not find certain brands that you’re used to).

Ramadan (the ninth month of the Islamic calendar) is observed by Muslims around the world. The holiday of Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal (the next lunar month). Eid celebrates the end of this fasting period. The approximate dates for 2025 are beginning the evening of March 1st and ending between March 31st - April 2nd.

During this holy month, there is a focus on prayer, reflection and community, in addition to fasting. Many adult muslims will abstain from eating and drinking, from sunrise to sunset. These rules do not apply to visitors or non-Muslims and you can eat and drink as normal. Interns are still provided meal services through the program. However, note that local eateries which cater to locals won’t be open during the day. International chain restaurants, hotel restaurants, and other eateries that market to tourists will remain available. Please be considerate of those who are fasting and avoid eating and drinking in public, during fasting hours, or in front of others at either the placement or accommodation.

Essential country information

Capital Amman
Population 11.15 million
Languages Arabic
Currency Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Time zone UTC+03:00
Weather and climate:

The climate in Jordan varies greatly. The internship program is primarily situated in the capital city of Amman and surrounding areas, where a hot-summer Mediterranean climate can be expected. However, toward the eastern and southern regions, the climate becomes semi-arid.

The summer season runs from late May through early October. July is typically the hottest month, with an average high of 88°F / 31°C (and low of 66°F / 19°C). If you are sensitive to the heat, you may consider joining this program during cooler months.

The cooler months are from early December through till early March. January is the coldest month, when temperatures range between 39°F / 4°C and 52°F / 11°C (expect snow in January for a day or two!) It does not rain much in Jordan and the chance of rain varies throughout the year. Normally, the wetter months are throughout the winter period, late November through late March.

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