Overview
The Externship Program at HeCares Foundation is for students currently enrolled in a Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) program who want to supplement their professional and clinical experience while earning school credits.
This externship offers students a chance to observe and assist practitioners and is perfect for students who are interested in learning all aspects of running a private practice, from interviewing and treating patients to front desk administration, marketing, and team-building.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
- Gain Hands-On Clinical Experience – Assist with patient care, herbal formulas, and treatment room setup.
- Build Administrative Skills – Learn front desk operations, scheduling, and chart updates.
- Explore Practice Management – Observe how an integrative clinic runs, including marketing and team meetings.
- Earn Academic Credit – Earn clinical units towards your TCM program.
- Grow Professionally – Develop communication, teamwork, and real-world clinic experience.
Certification
HeCares externs also have the option of earning clinical units with their TCM school program, depending on the school.
Program Requirements
- Current enrollment as a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) student
- Part-time commitment
- HeCares externs must be professional, self-sufficient, detail-oriented, hardworking, and willing to represent the HeCares team both in and outside of the office.
Cost
- $99 per day / 8-hour shift
- $99 per day / 8-hour shift with future Residency commitment. Payment is due while in Residency Program.
TO APPLY
- Complete the Interest Form
- Submit the following to team@hecares.net
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation
Rewards are available for referrals that lead to hires.