Volunteer in Nepal - Meaningful and Affordable Programs Year-Round
Expand your clinical skills while making a meaningful contribution to animal welfare in one of the world's most culturally rich and biologically diverse countries.
Third Eye Foundation Nepal offers supervised Veterinary Electives, Clinical Placements, Internships, and International Veterinary Volunteer Programs for veterinary students, recent graduates, and veterinary professionals from around the world.
Since 2011, we have welcomed international students and volunteers, providing safe, ethical, and educational experiences through partnerships with leading veterinary hospitals, private clinics, and animal welfare organizations throughout Nepal.
Whether your university requires an overseas veterinary elective, clinical rotation, externship, or international placement, we can design a program that meets your academic learning objectives.
Nepal provides a unique veterinary learning environment where students gain exposure to both companion animal and livestock medicine while experiencing a different healthcare system, diverse cultures, and varied clinical cases.
Students have opportunities to observe and participate in:
Small animal medicine and surgery
Companion animal healthcare
Farm animal medicine
Dairy cattle and buffalo management
Goat and sheep health
Poultry medicine
Animal rescue and rehabilitation
Community animal welfare projects
Public health and zoonotic disease awareness
Rural veterinary outreach
One Health initiatives
The diversity of clinical cases and the opportunity to work in both urban and rural settings make Nepal an exceptional destination for international veterinary education.
Third Eye Foundation Nepal collaborates with respected veterinary institutions and animal welfare organizations, including:
Central Referral Veterinary Hospital, Kathmandu
Leading private veterinary clinics
Kat Center Nepal
Magic Marble Foundation
Animal rescue and rehabilitation centres
Community animal welfare organisations
These partnerships enable students to experience different aspects of veterinary medicine under the guidance of experienced veterinarians.
Our programs are suitable for:
Veterinary students
Veterinary nursing students
Animal science students
Veterinary interns
Recent veterinary graduates
Licensed veterinarians seeking international experience
We welcome participants from universities worldwide.
We offer flexible placement durations to meet university requirements.
2 Weeks
Clinical observation and introductory experience
4 Weeks
Veterinary elective and supervised practical experience
6 Weeks
Advanced clinical placement
8–12 Weeks
Extended veterinary internship and international placement
Custom placements are also available.
Depending on your level of study and placement location, students may gain experience in:
Physical examinations
Clinical case discussions
Diagnostic procedures
Surgical observation
Anaesthesia protocols
Vaccination programmes
Disease prevention
Animal nutrition
Shelter medicine
Animal behaviour
Emergency veterinary care
Animal welfare
Public health
Community outreach
Learning objectives can be tailored to meet your university's academic requirements.
Third Eye Foundation Nepal provides comprehensive support from arrival to departure.
Our services include:
Airport pickup and drop-off
Daily breakfast
Program orientation
Placement coordination
Local transportation guidance
Cultural activities
Weekend excursions
Emergency assistance
24/7 local support
Our goal is to ensure every participant has a safe, rewarding, and enjoyable experience in Nepal.
Participants stay at our welcoming homestay, Be Here Now Guest House, where they experience authentic Nepalese hospitality in a comfortable and secure environment.
Living with local hosts gives students a deeper understanding of Nepalese culture while providing a supportive base throughout their placement.
Third Eye Foundation Nepal offers:
Established nonprofit organization
Operating since 2011
Experienced international placement provider
Strong veterinary partnerships
Ethical animal welfare practices
Safe accommodation
Comprehensive student support
Flexible placement options
Affordable programs
Personalized supervision
We work closely with universities to ensure placements align with academic requirements and learning outcomes.
Students also have opportunities to experience Nepal's remarkable culture and natural beauty.
Optional activities include:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Traditional villages
Wildlife parks
Himalayan trekking
Cultural festivals
Local cooking classes
Many students describe these cultural experiences as one of the most rewarding parts of their placement.
We welcome collaborations with:
Veterinary schools
Universities
International offices
Study abroad departments
Clinical placement coordinators
Veterinary associations
We are happy to develop customised veterinary elective programmes that meet your institution's academic and professional requirements.
Bijaya Ghimire
Chairperson
Third Eye Foundation Nepal
Email: bgpowerhouse@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +977 9841928192
Website: www.volunteersummernepal.org
Accommodation:
Be Here Now Guest House
www.guesthouseinkathmandu.com
We look forward to welcoming veterinary students from around the world to Nepal for a rewarding educational and cultural experience.