06.02.2022/XNUMX/XNUMX / Tips & things worth knowing
Volunteer work or internship abroad
Voluntary work and an internship abroad are equally suitable for Pupils aged 16 and over also for High school graduates between school and university or vocational training. If you are already studying or working, don't worry! There are still ways in which vacation or during one Sabbatical participate in such programs. Take the chance to acquire new skills and discover the world!
Benefits of volunteering and internship abroad
During a stay abroad you learn to stand on your own two feet and thus promote your independence. You improve your language skills, learn to integrate into a new culture and broaden your horizons.
During an internship abroad or volunteer work abroad, you combine life in fascinating countries with aid projects in which you can make a meaningful contribution or with initial work experience in an internship in a unique way.
Choice of destination country and project
Choosing your desired country for volunteer work or internship abroad is of course a fundamentally important decision. Images, videos and testimonials will help you decide on a specific destination country.
The next important decision is choosing the content of your stay abroad. Would you rather travel as a tourist, gain valuable work experience or get involved in a social project? Of course, you can also opt for a project combination.
What is the difference between an internship abroad and volunteering?
A pair of Internship is possible in almost all sectors of the working world. You can set the focus and desired content of your internship yourself, whether in the medical, social or economic area. Of course, your work is always based on your previous knowledge. You accompany colleagues in their work and slowly but surely take on your own tasks. You should plan at least one to two months for the internship abroad. The internship abroad also serves to prepare you for a job or study (e.g. nursing internship).
The Volunteering abroad on the other hand, focuses on social, environmental and medical areas. For example, you can look after street children, look after or teach in kindergartens and schools, take part in nature and animal protection projects or help with maintenance work on social facilities. There are many ways to get involved and you can make a small contribution to improving the situation on site with your commitment.
Without a doubt, such a stay abroad means a certain challenge and requires initiative. But you can expect an incredibly exciting time and you will collect a lot of work and experience abroad that will remain unforgettable.
World traveler and passionate supporter of volunteer projects worldwide since 1999.
More projects that interest you could
Have you not yet discovered a suitable program for your time abroad? No problem, we will present you more Volunteer projects abroadthat might pique your interest.
Are you perhaps still at the beginning of thinking about your trip and have no idea what might be right for you? Whether you want to go abroad as a volunteer for a short time, or if you prefer FSJ up to 12 months abroad afford? Maybe there is one Internship abroad in a specific subject area the best way for you to gain experience abroad?
Uganda | farm work
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 16 years
South Africa | community work
from 4 - 24 weeks
from 18 years
South Africa | People with disabilities
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 17 years
Uganda | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
South Africa | Other industries
from 4 -24 weeks
from 18 years
