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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Summer: May 27 – Jul 25, 2027

Health Sciences & Medicine, Hospitality & Tourism

Apply by Feb 1, 2027

starting at

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the rundown

Launch your future in Vietnam’s economic engine. Ho Chi Minh City is where French colonial facades meet glass skyscrapers, where street food stalls fuel late-night brainstorming sessions, and where bold ideas move at scooter speed. This is a city built on momentum. You’ll intern alongside local professionals in fast-growing industries— from healthcare to hospitality— gaining real-world experience in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic markets. Between office hours, you’ll dive into night markets, rooftop cafés, Mekong Delta weekends, and a startup scene that never slows down. Surrounded by Vietnamese and international innovators, you’ll build global perspective while sharpening your professional edge.

your academic journey

Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s economic powerhouse—and your classroom is the city itself. Through immersive internships across industries like business, hospitality, and healthcare, you’ll apply your academic background in real-time inside fast-growing organizations. You’ll build cross-cultural communication skills, expand your global network, and gain insight into emerging Asian markets while earning academic credit. With structured reflection and professional mentorship woven into the experience, your time in Saigon is designed to sharpen your resume and shape your future.

  • ABROADER is a pioneering Vietnam-based international education organization founded to broaden global exposure by bringing students from over 20 countries into meaningful internships, faculty-led programs, semester exchanges, and service-learning experiences in Vietnam. Since 2014, this local women-led organization has welcomed thousands of interns, helping them grow professionally while fostering deep cultural connection and community impact.

  • HEX Career Accelerator

    Career Development

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    This interactive course helps you discover who you are and where you’re heading, blending self-discovery, leadership practice, and real career-building tools designed with professionals from over 50 global companies. Forget outdated career advice. This is next-gen learning for the new world of work. You’ll define your personal and professional values, clarify your mission and goals, strengthen your communication and leadership skills, build your network and craft powerful pitches, and map out your future pathway with purpose. Expect around 4 hours per week of flexible online learning with a cohort of students from Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. Optional credit is available from the University of Sydney.

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  • To be eligible for a Hop Education Abroad program, students must be currently enrolled at a degree-granting college or university, have completed at least one year of their undergraduate studies prior to departure, and be in good academic standing at their home institution.

    We do not have a set GPA requirement to participate in our programs—we believe in making global experiences as accessible as possible. However, some of our international university partners or your home institution may set their own academic eligibility criteria. 

    ABROADER requires good academic standing and approval from your home institution. There is no minimum GPA.

The course listings provided in our Course Finder are for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Our global partners keep things exciting—course offerings may change anytime! We do our best to stay up to date, but check with us to be sure. Got questions? Hop in and ask!

HEX Career Accelerator

Career Development

COURSE CODE

HEX2

CREDIT

3 (Optional)

This interactive course helps you discover who you are and where you’re heading, blending self-discovery, leadership practice, and real career-building tools designed with professionals from over 50 global companies. Forget outdated career advice. This is next-gen learning for the new world of work. You’ll define your personal and professional values, clarify your mission and goals, strengthen your communication and leadership skills, build your network and craft powerful pitches, and map out your future pathway with purpose. Expect around 4 hours per week of flexible online learning with a cohort of students from Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. Optional credit is available from the University of Sydney.

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your abode

Your housing keeps you right in the middle of the action in Vietnam. You’ll live in a modern serviced apartment with your own private bedroom (either a studio or shared layout, depending on availability), fully furnished with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and everything you need to feel at home.

Expect easy commutes to your internship, neighborhood cafés, local markets, and late-night eats just steps away. With kitchen essentials for simple meals, weekly laundry options, and comfortable living spaces designed for students and young professionals, you’ll have the perfect balance of independence, comfort, and immersion while you work hard and explore Vietnam endlessly.

local vibes

Fast-paced, ambitious, and buzzing with possibility—Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s economic engine and startup capital. Here, modern skyscrapers rise above historic boulevards, and business meetings flow seamlessly into street-side bánh mì breaks. You’ll engage with young professionals, attend networking events, and experience firsthand how Vietnam’s next generation is building boldly on a global stage. Explore the historic Independence Palace, cruise through the canals of the Mekong Delta, or discover hidden speakeasies and rooftop lounges overlooking the Saigon skyline. It’s a city that moves fast—and invites you to keep up.

accelerate your career abroad!

Summer Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Internships

Our summer Internship is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in occupational/physical therapy, rehabilitation sciences, kinesiology, exercise or sports science or related disciplines.


Students will be based at the HCMC Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City The hospital specializes in rehabilitation, musculoskeletal care, traditional medicine, and general healthcare services.

  • The program combines clinical observation, rehabilitation training, and cultural immersion, giving students the opportunity to:

    • Observe and learn how physiotherapy is practiced in different healthcare settings

    • Gain exposure to both modern rehabilitation techniques and traditional medicine in Vietnam

    • Strengthen communication, reflection, and cross-cultural skills when working with diverse patients

    • Build early professional competencies to prepare for future graduate study or a career in physical therapy

  • Interns will work with both physiotherapists and medical doctors with an opportunity to observe medical conditions and injuries ranging from patients that have ACL tears or sprains to children patients with Cerebral Palsy. Working across a range of departments, interns will observe patients affected with strokes, scoliosis, tuberculosis, musculoskeletal disorder, idiopathic scoliosis, and bone fractures. Interns will be involved with diagnostic imaging tests: X-rays and MRIs and also observe and learn about traditional medicine interventions unique to Vietnam.


    This internship also includes 20 hours of Vietnamese language lessons and cultural excursions.

The Hop Well-Come Abroad:

well-come to Vietnam!

Mekong Delta

Drift into the heart of southern Vietnam on a Mekong Delta adventure. Cruise along winding canals, visit floating markets, and experience the vibrant rhythms of rural life shaped by the mighty Mekong Delta.

Independence Palace

Step back in time at the historic Independence Palace. Once the site of pivotal moments in Vietnam’s history, this landmark offers a powerful glimpse into the country’s past and its path to reunification.

experience more of Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City is just the start. Explore Vietnam through excursions and cultural experiences, all included with your Hop study abroad program.

making it happen

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Summer: May 27 – Jul 25, 2027

starting at

$--

Program Options

Apply by Feb 1, 2027

inclusions

  • Internship consulting, placement & management

  • Local apartment style housing with utilities included

  • Optional enrollment in HEX Career Accelerator (Additional Fee)

  • Airport reception and pickup

  • Cultural & social activities

  • Mekong Delta Tour

  • Hop Orientation & Welcome meal

  • E-visa application

  • 24/7 Hop support and your Hop Go-To (other programs say Resident Director)

  • Pre-departure advising to get you ready

International airfare not included

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why study abroad with Hop?

Because we do study abroad differently. We’re all about creating a community that’s as diverse, adventurous, and curious as you are. Our programs are anything but cookie-cutter.

unique & innovative experiences

Our programs offers one-of-a-kind experiences tailored to various interests—whether you're diving into Korean culture in Seoul, competing on Scholar Island in Fiji, exploring the world Down Under in Australia, experiencing the beating heart of Europe, or innovating with startups in Thailand.​

a focus on you

Studying abroad is all about you—and we’re here to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. From our mindfulness-focused Well-Come Abroad orientation program to our dedicated on-the-ground support staff, we ensure you gain invaluable international experience, develop new skills, and boost your resume—all while having the time of your life and prioritizing your health and well-being.

global connections

Join a community of like-minded peers from around the world while building relationships with locals, professionals, and professors who can inspire your academic and career journey.​

why study abroad with Hop this summer?

Summer with Hop isn’t just about academics—it’s about creating unforgettable memories, challenging yourself, and returning home with stories that will stay with you forever.

unique & innovative experiences

Our programs offers one-of-a-kind summer experiences tailored to various interests—whether you're diving into Korean culture in Seoul, competing on Scholar Island in Fiji, experiencing the beating heart of Europe, or innovating with startups in Thailand.​

short yet impactful

Summer is the perfect time for a focused, immersive program. In just a few weeks, you can gain international experience, learn new skills, and build your resume without interrupting your academic year.

global connections

Join a community of like-minded peers from around the world while building relationships with locals, professionals, and professors who can inspire your academic and career journey.​

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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our students are welcomed, recognizing that our experiences are held on their ancestral territories. We deeply respect and honor the enduring cultures and significant contributions of all First Peoples, past, present, and emerging.

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