The Internship Program is a mandatory, structured one-year training program for medical and dental graduates. It provides supervised clinical practice to support graduates in transitioning to postgraduate training and professional practice.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) oversees all Medical and Dental Internship Programs offered across accredited healthcare facilities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. All internship applications must be submitted through the DoH application portal during the specified annual application window.

How to Enroll in Internship Program

• Application is available annually from 1^st March – 31^st March
• Start the application here

Who Should Apply

• Medical and dental graduates seeking internship training in Abu Dhabi
• UAE nationals, UAE Graduates, and eligible international graduates

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all the following minimum requirements:

1. Medical or Dental Degree

Hold a degree from an accredited institution.

2. Minimum Academic Requirements (GPA)

Note: If the final transcript is not available, we accept current transcripts. For international applicants we accept Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) General with Grade Average Report..

3. English Language Proficiency (International Graduates Only)

Proof that your degree was taught in English, or one of the following:

• Academic IELTS with a score of 6 and above
• TOEFL with a score of 79 and above
• OET with a score of C and above and above

4. Time Since Graduation

Required Documents

Documents Required for All Applicants

• Passport copy (valid for at least 6 months)
• Emirates ID (if available, valid for at least 6 months)
• Recent passport-style photograph (white background)
• Graduation certificate or Dean's letter confirming expected graduation date
  Note: Final certificate must be submitted no later than July of application year
• Academic Transcript showing GPA or percentage
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Additional Documents (Where Applicable)

• Educational Credential Evaluator report (International applicants)
• Valid English proficiency test result (International applicants)
• No objection letter from current employer or sponsor (if experience is available)

• For Children of Emirati Mother:

  1. Mother's passport
  2. Mother's Emirates ID
  3. Mother's Family book
  4. Applicant's birth certificate

Note: Further documents may be required based on DOH review. All documents with validity date should be valid for more than 6 months.

How to Apply

1. Create or log in to your TAMM account
2. Complete the Internship Program application form
3. Upload all required documents (ensure all documents are accurate and valid)
4. Sign and attach the Applicant Declaration Form
5. Submit the application before the published deadline

Selection and Matching Process

Applications are processed through a structured, DoH-regulated matching system:

1. Online Application
   Applicants submit their application and required documents through TAMM.
2. Eligibility Verification
   DOH reviews academic credentials and eligibility.
3. Shortlisting & Interviews with Training Facilities
   Eligible applicants will be invited for interviews by the training facilities. Attendance is mandatory to be considered for matching.
4. Matching & Allocation
   Applicants are matched to available internship posts based on eligibility, preferences (where applicable), and availability of seats at accredited facilities.
5. Offer Issuance & Enrolment
   Matched candidates receive an internship offer specifying the training facility and start date. Offers must be accepted within the specified timeframe, followed by program orientation.

Successful applicants will receive onboarding instructions from the assigned training facility. Interns are expected to comply with all DOH regulations, institutional policies, and professional conduct standards.

Application Timeline – MEAD 2026

The application process involves application submission, eligibility screening, interviews, and final matching. A detailed application timeline is published annually. Dates may vary.

Approved Training Facilities

Interns train exclusively in DoH-approved and accredited healthcare institutions. Applicants may select preferred training facilities during the application process on the e-portal.

Medical Internship Facilities

Dental Internship Facilities

Fees & Sponsorship

• No application fee is charged by DoH
• Internship training fees are determined by training facilities
• Training facilities may have additional onboarding requirements
• Visa sponsorship arrangement depends on applicant category and training facility