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NRCSA Study & Volunteer Programs
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Why Participate in a Volunteer Program Abroad?
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The Study & Volunteer program is an excellent opportunity to help in the community while learning about local culture, practices and improving Spanish or Portuguese language skills.
Spending an extended time in a foreign country tends to open your eyes wider when you look at the world. You may be more thoughtful about your own culture and what that culture has to offer you. You will be more likely to have increased respect for other cultures and appreciate the differences between cultures, and this openness to different approaches makes you a better problem solvers and a team player.
Also, you will gain more self-confidence when you live and study in a foreign country, and increase your independence and maturity.
Learn more about the current volunteer opportunities on the NEW NRCSA Volunteer website here:
www.volunteer.nrcsa.com
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-Unique cross-cultural service experience
-Greatly improved foreign language abilities
-Personal growth and confidence both nationally and internationally
-Culturally sensitive yet sound communication skills
-Opportunity to help others in need
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Volunteer Opportunities are available in:
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ARGENTINA: PERU (minimum 4 weeks): Health, Social Services, Orphanage, Teaching, Children, Adults & more...
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BOLIVIA: Health, Social Services, Orphanage, Teaching, Eco & Children
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BRAZIL: Health, Social Services, Children
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COSTA RICA: Children, Teenagers, Orphans, Women and Men, & Elderly.
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ECUADOR: Children, Teenagers, Orphans, Translation & Medical.
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HONDURAS: Health, Social Services, Orphanage, Teaching, Eco & Children
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PERU: Children, Teenagers, Orphans, Elderly, & Health
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How much time are you willing to commit?
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You must go for a minimum of four weeks (except for a few select programs with varying minimum durations...check above) but can extend the position for as many weeks as you want. The longer you are able to participate, the more you will gain and the more you will contribute to the society.
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Volunteering is not just the giving of ones time to do some good. Your volunteer fees are used to pay for your lodging and food, cover language program tuition, organize the volunteer project and donate to the infrastructure of the community.
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How to Register to Volunteer Abroad?
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A few planning guidelines:
A. Plan ahead. These programs require additional coordination.
B. Schools provide progress reports if needed by your home university or employer.
C. Allow a week or two after arrival for local interviews to finalize placement.
D. Enclose with your registration form a statement about your a) background, b) objectives and c) foreign language ability. This helps with placement. If schools have nothing which fit your needs, your deposit/registration fee will be returned. Because the reality of volunteer work and internships may not match expectations, sometimes they do not work out. In that case, placement fees (if any) would be refunded, but normal class tuition and housing costs would be paid. Adjustments to the local culture will be needed.
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How Does This Program Work?
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Tentative advance placement is based upon your letter and resumé. Final coordination is completed upon arrival. Scheduling of interviews with organizations takes place within one to two weeks for volunteer. It is helpful to research the city/country you will visit prior to departure. If you are familiar with the area, government, and/or social structure/norms it will be easier to adjust and improvise.
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All NRCSA Study Abroad Centers Offer:
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- Qualified Educators... experienced working with foreign students.
- Local Housing Coordinators... familiar with local homestays, B&Bs, apartments and hotels.
- Local Activity Coordinators... for varied culture and social activities and tours.
- On-Site Program Director... if you need extra support services.
- Student Advising... orientations, referral and 24/7 Bilingual Emergency Worldwide hotline.
- Medical Insurance... includes accident, medical, med-evac coverage.
- Transportation... optional assistance with airfares, arrival transfers and in-country tours.
- Telecom Support... web and e-mail access - most on site.
- International Student Body... study with others from through North America and the world!
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