Note: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the GA Internship Program may currently be conducted remotely, with the added option of conducting on-site activities in Korea next year once the pandemic subsides.
Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine is offering pre-med, medical school and healthcare major students interested in integrative medicine and business operations the opportunity to intern with the Office of Global Affairs. Current pre-med or medical students enrolled in any U.S. pre-med track or MD or DO medical school programs, and healthcare major students are welcome to apply to our internship program. The program offers insights into a Korean medicine approach to healthcare, business development, and global affairs to promote the knowledge of advanced integrative medicine through collaborative partnerships with leading medical institutions all over the world with special focus on the U.S. Email to jasengliaison@gmail.com
Program Details
● Insight into Korean medicine hospital operations and management
● Researching and presenting on healthcare organizations, the U.S. healthcare system, and various other medical topics
● Copyediting English content on integrative Korean medicine
● Shadowing opportunities with Jaseng International Clinic
● Global conference and events planning and implementation
● Participating in social outreach events and volunteer work
● Networking with co-workers, hospital staff, and international guests
● Guided tours of Jaseng’s on-site and off-site facilities
● Cultural experience with office-wide dinners and field trips
Intern Requirements
● Native in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Well-organized with good time management capacity for multi-tasking and ability to lead own initiatives
● Adaptability to work well in group settings of different (Korean) culture and working environment
● At least 3rd year undergraduate or higher university or postgraduate student
● 15-hour week commitment for at least 2 months
Note: Internship period and detailed working conditions are flexible.
Internship Benefits
● Lunch, coffee, and snacks provided during working hours at affiliated cafeteria
● Issuance of certificate of completion and letter of recommendation upon program completion
● Clinical exposure to Korean medicine based on concurrent integrative medicine knowledge
● Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with Korean medicine healthcare professionals
● Opportunity to participate in global conferences and networking events
● Schedule flexible to accommodate interns’ individual needs
How to Apply
● Please fill out the application form available here and send it with the following application documents to jasengliaison@gmail.com
– Cover letter stating your interest in integrative medicine, future career goals, and specific experiences related to research or healthcare business operations
– Resume
● The Office of Global Affairs may ask you for the following additional application documents as needed.
– Proof of enrollment (unofficial transcripts also accepted)
– Immunization records (waived for remote internship cases with regard to COVID-19)
Applications are accepted and reviewed all year round. Qualified candidates will receive email notifications from the Office of Global Affairs to move through to the next process (remote interview).
