Safety

For students

• Look for the ✓ Verified badge and check the employer's profile and website.
• A legitimate externship never requires you to pay a fee, buy equipment from the employer, or share bank details, your Social Security number or passwords through messages.
• Meet for interviews at the healthcare site or by video arranged through ExternFinder, and tell your school coordinator about any placement before it starts.
• Your school's requirements and affiliation agreements still apply to every placement.

For employers and schools

• Only request personal information that is necessary for the placement, and handle it according to your own policies and applicable law.
• Do not share student information outside the people involved in the placement.

Report a concern

If a listing, organization or message seems suspicious or unsafe, use Report a problem and choose "Safety". Safety reports are prioritised by our team. In an emergency, contact local emergency services first.