Volunteer work, internships, and healthcare experience
4- and 8-week health-related stays in Morocco with other like-minded young people.
With Praktikrejsen , you Praktikrejsen gain healthcare experience in Morocco. You’ll become part of a local healthcare team and provide both physical and emotional support to children and young people at the clinic. The program is open to students, gap-year students, or anyone else interested in the field.
You’ll work four days a week at the clinic and have long weekends to explore Morocco - for example, surfing, visiting markets, or hanging out with the other young people. You’ll stay in a newly renovated house near the beach, complete with rooftop terraces, an outdoor kitchen, and a host who’ll help with the practical details.
Types of stays
Gap year / non-student
As a participant without a healthcare background, you’ll have the opportunity to experience daily life at a health center where various professional teams work together to support children and young people with physical and mental health challenges.
You’ll observe the work up close and gain insight into how professional expertise, care, and relationships come together in practice. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a desire to learn.
Among other things, you'll get:
A glimpse into the Work at a Health Center
Option to follow professional groups such as physical therapists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals
Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration
Insight into working with children and youth with diverse needs
International experience and new perspectives
Students
As a student, you will become part of the daily routine at a local health center, where treatment, exercise, and rehabilitation are integral parts of the daily work. You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in the work alongside local healthcare professionals and encounter challenges that may differ from those in the Danish healthcare system. The internship will be tailored to your learning goals and skill level.
Contact us to find out if you can complete an internship with us as part of your healthcare program.
Among other things, you'll get:
Opportunity to observe and participate in treatment and training
Experience with various physical, intellectual, and functional challenges
A look at an International Healthcare System
Professional feedback and reflection throughout the stay
Certificate of Completion upon completion of your internship
Academic
Lessons Learned
During your stay, you will gain insight into and experience with various forms of treatment and treatment programs, always with guidance from the permanent staff.
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The center has psychologists on staff who work on well-being, behavior, and social challenges. You’ll gain insight into how conversations, observation, and educational strategies are used to support the young people emotionally—and how this interacts with the physical and practical aspects of the work.
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At your internship site, you will participate in physical therapy sessions alongside children and adolescents with various challenges. The exercises are led by physical therapists and take place in close collaboration, where you will observe and assist—always under the guidance of the regular staff.
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Activities involving games, colors, and shapes are actively used to improve concentration, coordination, and independence. As a participant, you’ll have the opportunity to see how play, learning, and care come together in the work of promoting development and well-being. It is the combination of physical therapy and psychomotor therapy that defines the occupational therapist’s role.
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Once a week, a doctor visits the clinic, giving participants the chance to observe and gain insight into the medical side of the work. Here, the children are examined and treated by a doctor. For young people considering a career in medicine, this offers an exciting opportunity to experience the work up close—and gain relevant experience, including in relation to Quota 2.
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Once a week, a doctor visits the clinic, where participants can observe and gain insight into the medical aspects of the work. Here, the children are examined and treated, and at times a volunteer nurse is also on hand at the center. For young people considering a career in nursing, this offers a great opportunity to experience the work firsthand and gain relevant experience working with children and young people with disabilities.
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The center also employs psychomotor therapists who work at the intersection of the body and the mind. Here, movement, body awareness, and sensory training are combined with elements from both physical therapy and occupational therapy. This provides an exciting insight into how children’s psychological well-being and physical development are closely linked.
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In the exercise room, we work on everything from walking exercises to balance and fitness. The activities are tailored to each individual, and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in both the planning and the hands-on work related to movement and function.
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Many young people participate in cooking, hairdressing, and general education as part of their preparation for adult life. These activities provide responsibility, structure, and experience, and play a key role in strengthening their independence and work skills for their future careers.
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Every young person has different needs—which is why the center takes a multidisciplinary approach. You’ll meet physical therapists, nurses, psychologists, medical staff, occupational therapists, and audiologists, as well as educators, who work together to provide support and structure in daily life. As a participant, you’ll become part of the overall multidisciplinary team supporting the young people.
Here's what you'll get out of your stay:
International experience in a healthcare setting.
Insights into working with children and young people with physical and mental health challenges.
Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration among different professional groups.
An opportunity to link theory and practice more closely.
Personal growth through responsibility, relationships, and new perspectives.
Insight into a different culture and a different healthcare system.
New professional and personal experiences that will enhance your resume.
Certificate of participation upon completion of your stay.
The Clinic
Local and nonprofit collaboration
You will become part of a recognized, state-subsidized nonprofit organization in Agadir that works with children and young people with disabilities. Here, you will join a multidisciplinary team consisting of physical therapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, audiologists, and other healthcare professionals who together create the framework for rehabilitation, inclusion, and well-being.
The organization operates on an evidence-based approach and is supported by the Moroccan government, ensuring quality and clear professional guidelines. The goal is to create lasting positive change locally—while you gain concrete experience within your healthcare field.
Your daily work takes place in a real-world workplace. You are there to learn and observe—not to assume responsibility for treatment. Professional responsibility always lies with the staff, and your role is clearly defined.
You’ll gain insight into various disciplines that work closely together with children and youth. Some days are busy, others quiet. There may be waiting times, repetitive tasks, and children who need extra support. This is a natural part of the work and an important part of understanding the field.
The primary languages are Arabic and French. Some speak English, but not everyone. Therefore, body language, observation, and simple explanations become part of everyday life. It requires patience—and gives you concrete experience working in a different cultural and linguistic context.
In short: You’ll gain a realistic insight into working life and an experience that goes far beyond what you can learn from books.
This is where you should stay
You’ll stay in a bright, modern home on a hilltop with views of the ocean, the mountains, and the city. Here, you’ll live with other young people from Praktikrejsen, and daily life will quickly be shaped by a strong sense of community, where you’ll share meals, experiences, and relaxed evenings together. There’s always someone to go to the beach with, or to a café, or out to explore the area.
The staff takes care of cleaning and helps with practical matters such as transportation, planning trips, and offering local tips. The residence is located in Tamraght, between Agadir and the Taghazout surf area, just a few minutes’ walk from the beach as well as small cafés and shops. This provides you with a peaceful and social base where it’s easy to hang out with the other young people while exploring both the ocean and the town.
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![A terrace with three large flower pots and a view of distant mountains, with a blue sky and a few clouds.]()
Outdoor dining area
Her kan du spise aftensmad og morgenmad sammen med de andre deltagere – ofte som fællesspisning ved langbord. Der er god plads til både mindre grupper og større selskaber eller arrangementer i løbet af opholdet.
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![A photo of a coastline with buildings and green spaces in the foreground, and the sea with a boat on the horizon.]()
Udsigt fra en af altanerne
Fra nogle af altanerne er der frit udsyn over byen, havet og bjergene. Et oplagt sted at tage en pause, læse eller nyde udsigten i løbet af dagen – morgenlyset og solnedgangene i Tamraght er noget du hurtigt kommer til at værdsætte.
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![Massagebrikse i marokkansk Hammam]()
Privat Hammam
Boligen har sit eget private Hammam spa-område. Hammam er Marokkos udgave af wellness, og du vil helt klart blive forelsket i det lyn-hurtigt!
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![A person with dark curly hair, a beard, and shoulder-length hair is standing in front of a modern three-story building. The person is smiling and waving while standing on uneven ground. The building has large windows, small planters with plants outside, and clothes hanging to dry on the balconies.]()
Your host
Aymane driver indkvarteringen sammen med sin skønne kone Camille. De bor sammen lige ved siden af og Aymane er stort set altid at finde i indkvarteringens reception. Aymane hjælper også med at arrangere aktiviteter og ture til f.eks. Paradise Valley, ørkenen, Marrakech osv. Du kommer hurtigt til at kende ham godt!
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![En swimmingpool i Tamraght med liggestole placeret ved siden af, hvor der kastes en skygge fra en palme]()
Udendørs arealer og pool
Boligen har pool som frit kan benyttes efter en dejlig dag på klinikkerne. Der er desuden liggestole, hvor man kan ligge i solen og slappe af med en god bog.
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![A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with a patterned comforter and pillow, a large window overlooking green hills and a town in the distance, a hanging wooden lampshade, and beige wall decor.]()
Housing and Rooms
Boligen er nyopført med enkle, moderne og funktionelle rammer. Der er rent, pænt og roligt. Hver studio-lejlighed har eget køkken med vaskemaskine, fælles areal og toilet/bad
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![En palme foran et surf-hostel I Tamraght]()
Dit midlertidige hjem
Boligen ligger i Tamraght, som er specielt kendt for sin afslappede stemning, fede butikker og skønne caféer. Boligen er nyopført og har moderne faciliteter.
The destination
Agadir, Morocco
Morocco offers hospitality, warm temperatures year-round, and a culture that blends tradition with modernity.
The area north of Agadir, around Tamraght and Taghazout, is peaceful yet vibrant—filled with local and international young people, surf culture, yoga, and small workshops. Here you can experience Moroccan crafts, colorful markets, local eateries, horseback rides along the beach, and waves almost every day—for both beginners and experienced surfers.
The rhythms of Islam shape social life, and it’s common to be invited home for tea or a meal, even without prior acquaintance.
The coastal towns blend the local and the international, the modern and the traditional, creating a safe and welcoming environment for professional development, internships, or new experiences—close to Europe, yet with a completely different daily life.
Sign up
If you’d like to join us for a stay with Praktikrejsen, you can start by sending us a brief application telling us a little about your background, your preferences for the stay, and the timeframe and duration you have in mind. We accept applications on an ongoing basis and will get back to you promptly.