
Join
Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable international internship organization, and invest in your future with a Physical Therapy Internship in
Athens or
Thessaloniki.
Learn modern physical therapy techniques by interning alongside experienced local therapists in general hospitals and clinics. Physical Therapy interns shadow and assist in a wide range of departments, learning about different specialties and treatments and experiencing real life therapies in action.
Interns are accommodated in clean and comfortable, fully furnished apartments or selected hotel / hostel rooms. Bedding and furnishings are provided, as well as common areas such as lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities.
Eligibility requirement
Interns must be at least pre-PT, with the intention to embark on a course of study aimed at physical therapy.
Language requirements
This internship is conducted in English.
What's Included
This program ranges from 2-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes sourcing of your internship placement, personalization of your project plan, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. For a full list of our transparent fees,
check out our website.
Internship Details
This is a perfect internship for physical therapy students wanting to add to their theoretical understanding by experiencing the application of therapy treatments in real life. Physical Therapy internships are available in hospitals and private clinics, where interns shadow and assist qualified physiotherapists in their daily duties.
Interns can gain experience in a wide range of treatments and specialties, including physiotherapy in cardiovascular, clinical, electrophysiology, geriatric, kinesiology, neurological, orthopedic, pediatric, pulmonary and rehabilitative disciplines.
You can have the opportunity to be mentored by a physical therapist of the Greece basketball team, who has many years of experience with sports therapy and the demanding needs of professional athletes. Interns can also assist orthopaedic doctors or surgeons with therapies related to their specific fields.
Your internship is customized to suit you, which means interns can request placements focusing on specific areas within physical therapy. Placements are allocated to suit your skills and interests, though are always subject to availability. Interns should include details of placement preferences in your application.
Program Highlights
Intern Abroad HQ's Greece programs are available year-round, with the Monday start date of your choice.
Intern Abroad HQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website:
We match you with innovative and entrepreneurial host organizations around the world that give you the opportunity to make a real contribution on high-impact projects with the support of travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Gain valuable international career experience that will boost your employability in a volatile job market.
Our experiential learning approach provides a structured and guided platform for you to think critically about your experiences on your internship. It accelerates and deepens your learning by asking self-reflective questions around the contexts, actions, and outcomes of your placement.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 40 hours or more intern hours, through our School of Record partnership with University of Montana or Warren Wilson College, that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
- Select your start date & duration: All Intern Abroad HQ programs are available year-round and you can choose to intern for durations on this program ranging from 2 to 24 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Deposit.
- Pay your Balance: This is only due 60 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 60 days before you start.