I would recommend work the world for any student/ qualified healthcare professional. It changed my views around medicine and patients care for the better. It’s opened my eyes in so many ways in we... See more
Company replied
While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more
To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more
See what reviewers are saying
I was nervous about going overseas but I jumped in with two feet and it was the best possible thing I've ever done. Work the World organised a trip that meant I spent two weeks at the general teaching... See more
Company replied
For my fourth year medical elective I came to Kathmandu and was super anxious as I was travelling alone. As soon as I set foot in kathmandu airport I was greeted by a work the world employee and from... See more
Company replied
Before the trip work the world were amazing, so supportive and answered all my questions/concerns. Whilst out there the Tanzania team made me feel like I was at home and couldn't do enough! The whole... See more
Company replied
Company details
Written by the company
Work the World specialises in creating customised overseas healthcare placements throughout Asia and Africa. Our destinations provide unique learning experiences in healthcare systems across the developing world. Established in 2005, we offer amazing opportunities to work in our partner hospitals learning unique approaches to low-resource healthcare. Since we started, we’ve proudly tailored more than 20,000 placements in low-resource healthcare settings all over the world. Encounter everything from unusually late-stage conditions, to tropical diseases. You'll also use, develop, and acquire skills when adjusting to new practices. You can be highly specific with your specialism, whether it's in Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, Neonatal Intensive Care, or HIV counselling. Work the World’s placement planning and support service helps you avoid the pitfalls of trying to organise a placement by yourself. This gives you the safety, security, and peace of mind that comes with 24/7 support, and expert clinical supervision. While overseas, you’ll live in one of Work the World’s spacious, social, and secure private houses. Living with other students from a range of countries and healthcare backgrounds creates an atmosphere of friendship and camaraderie like nowhere else. You’ll enjoy meals freshly prepared each day by in-house chefs, as well as the now-famous weekly barbecues. Free language lessons in the house will help you communicate and interact with patients more effectively to get the most out of your placement. Your clinical experience runs from Monday to Friday, leaving your evenings and weekends free for exploration and adventure. Work the World’s expert in-country teams will offer tips for sightseeing and trips that you can take whilst you’re away. You could go on safari in the Serengeti, trek to Everest Base Camp, sunbathe on tropical beaches, and explore ancient mountaintop temples.
Contact info
Nile House, Nile Street , BN1 1HW, Brighton, United Kingdom
- +44 (0)1273 974634
- info@worktheworld.com
- www.worktheworld.co.uk
4.9
Excellent
191 reviews
No history of asking for reviews
This company hasn't invited their customers, so reviews may not be representative
How this company uses Trustpilot
See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.
Best 5 weeks I could have hoped for
Best 5 weeks I could have hoped for. The team was amazing - so friendly, well organised and supportive. I loved my time at the work the world house - made some great friends and memories with the other students. My placement in the hospital was really interesting whilst my time at the village clinic was completely unique.
February 26, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
It sounds like you had a fantastic time, Matilda! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review of your trip.
All the best,
Work the World
Had an incredible time in Sri Lanka and…
Had an incredible time in Sri Lanka and the whole work the world team are so supportive
February 26, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Mia,
Thank you for your review - it's great to hear you had an incredible time in Sri Lanka.
All the best,
Work the World
I visited Anuradhapura 2 years ago now...
I visited Anuradhapura 2 years ago now and I think about it all of the time, the whole month was fabulously organized. Each trip out was smoothly run, the staff there were amazing! Such a good laugh and they would do anything to make sure you had the best time with a meeting half way through the trip to make sure you were getting all you wanted out of your time there. Myself and the group I was with went to Trincomalee for a weekend and the hosts helped us organise it even though it wasnt part of our months itinerary. Great experience from start to finish and nothing was too much to ask. 100% would use Work the World again and I'd recommend it to anyone!
February 26, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Chloe,
Thank you for leaving such a great review of your time overseas in Sri Lanka with us. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with others!
All the best,
Work the World
Work the World were amazing
Work the World were amazing from start to finish. They answer any questions and provide lots of information throughout the process. You are fully supported throughout. My placement in the Philippines was incredible. The house was amazing and felt very safe. The staff were great and the food was delicious. Support while you were there was great. Placements were tailored to your preferences and the communication continued when I arrived back in the UK.
February 26, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Kirsty,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review - it sounds like you had a great time in The Philippines.
All the best,
Work the World
An outstanding and bespoke experience
An outstanding and bespoke experience. A great company to go with. True attention to detail. I strongly recommend them and also recommend Kathmandu, Nepal.
February 25, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
It sounds like you had a fantastic time in Kathmandu, Navin. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review of your time overseas with us.
All the best,
Work the World
Loved my Philippine adventure
Went with this company for my elective physiotherapy placement in my final year. Enjoyed 4 weeks in the Philippines in a lovely company house, everything was well explained and any questions I did have were clearly answered. Had an amazing time and would recommend them to any medical student or professional
February 25, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Lettie,
Thanks so much for sharing your experience – it sounds like you had a fantastic time in The Philippines for your physiotherapy placement!
All the best,
Work the World
Excellent experience on my professional…
Excellent experience on my professional health care journey. Work the world staff were absolutely fantastic, whether they were on the telephone or at the destination location. The organisation of the whole trip was exemplary from start to finish and Work the World will be the company I use for any future ventures.
February 23, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, it sounds like you had a great time! We hope to welcome you back on one of our programmes in the future.
All the best,
Work the World
Work the World Sept 19
This was a fantastic way of experiencing another country's healthcare system whilst feeling comfortable and supported by the Work the World team. I had the opportunity to experience everything I had hoped for.
February 19, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Steph,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It's great to hear you experienced everything you'd hoped for!
All the best,
Work the World
Service was 10/10
Would recommend Work the World to any other students who are wanting to travel for their elective placement.
The staff were so efficient from emailing and sorting everything out whilst in England and then being in the Philippines. The accommodation was amazing, although missing a swimming pool however it was easy enough to find some nearby.
Would definitely use work the world again if I had another chance and would tell anyone else to use them
February 13, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Rachel,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, it sounds like you had an amazing time in The Philippines! We hope to welcome you back on one of our programmes in the future.
All the best,
Work the World
The most important thing I have learnt…
The most important thing I have learnt is to be in the present and enjoy every second because experiences like this are once in a life time opportunity. I would recommend an overseas placement to healthcare students, as there is always a window of opportunity to learn new skills and undertaking a placement abroad can be life-changing.
February 13, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Aneeqa,
Thank you for your review of your time overseas - it's great to hear feedback from those that have travelled with us and it sounds as though you had a really worthwhile experience.
All the best,
Work the World
Was a very rewarding experience
Was a very rewarding experience. I recommend it to everyone who can afford to do it. There is a big world out there waiting to be discovered. Bravo work the world
February 13, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Uche,
Thanks for your review! Great to hear that you had a good time on placement with us.
All the best,
Work the World
Great company great experience
Great company, had so much fun and learnt so much. Would definitely recommend them to everyone interested
February 13, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Chamika,
It's really great to hear about your time overseas, thank you for sharing your experience.
All the best,
Work the World
The best experience of my life
The best experience of my life! The company work the world were so professional and supportive every step of the way! A once in a life time experience made possible because of work the world, 10/10 recommend!
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Holly,
Thank you for such a great review of your experience with Work the World, it sounds like you had an amazing time!
All the best,
Work the World
The trip was amazing
The trip was amazing! I learnt so much about the Vietnamese health care system and loved the Vietnamese people and their country. I would recommend Vietnam to everyone and as the perfect destination for an elective placement. I cannot thank the work the world team enough for this experience :)
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
It sounds like you had a fantastic time on your elective placement in Vietnam, Danni. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review about your trip.
All the best,
Work the World
Expensive but Once in a Lifetime
Although pricey, I had a great experience with Work the World in Vietnam.
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Shelley,
Thank you for leaving a review, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
All the best,
Work the World
Amazing
One of best experiencies in my life and the people working in work the world were amazing.
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Sounds like you had a great time, Elisabeth! Thank you for leaving a review of your experience with Work the World.
All the best,
Work the World
Work the world - BEST COMPANY EVER for medical placements!
I am so glad I chose work the world! I went to Nepal - Pokhara for my nursing placement. I had the best 4 weeks of my life - definitely a life changing experience. Work the world were absolutely amazing from start to finish - very organised and made sure I had the best experience. I am thinking of using work the world again and going away for another nursing placement this year!
Thank you so much for the best four weeks!
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi H.A
Thank you for leaving such a positive review of Work the World. It sounds like you had an incredible time in Pokhara for your nursing placement and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back on another nursing placement soon!
All the best,
Work the World
Supportive Team, and an Eye Opening Experience
I very much enjoyed my experience of travelling with work the world. I was an amazing experience, which was very well structured and supported by staff both from home (England) and the staff in Ghana where i chose to complete my placement.
It was eye opening to say the least! But so rewarding and worth while!
A massive thankyou to th whole team!! X
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Maisie-Jane,
It's really great to hear you enjoyed your experience in Ghana with us, it sounds like you had a really worthwhile time overseas. Thank you for sharing your experience with others.
All the best,
Work the World
I really enjoyed my experience to Takoradi-Ghana
I really enjoyed my experience to Takoradi - Ghana. I was able to see the difference with Ghana’s healthcare system and the NHS.
Work the world staff in the UK and in Ghana we’re very helpful, supportive and patient. They were always willing to help through the whole process and offer advise when needed.
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Hi Hillary,
Thank you for leaving such a great review of your time in Ghana! It sounds like you had an amazing time on placement.
All the best,
Work the World
They looked after us while away for a…
They looked after us while away for a month and if we needed anything they were there to speak about our elective placement would definitely recommend
February 12, 2020
Unprompted review
Reply from Work the World
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience Natalie!
All the best,
Work the World
The Trustpilot Experience
Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.
Companies can ask for reviews via automatic invitations. Labeled Verified, they’re about genuine experiences.
Learn more about other kinds of reviews.
We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.
Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.
Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.
Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.
Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.