Cambodia Development, Siem Riep
Skilled Internship
OVERVIEW AND LOCATION
Unpaid internships are available in Siem Reap, home of the thousand-year old Angkor temple complex Angkor Wat. Work with a local non-government organization on a variety of projects that operate in and around the tourist hub of Siem Reap.
Skilled volunteers may teach English to kids and young adults, be involved in health education programs, develop skills training or learn about running an NGO, developing marketing, fundraising and business administration skills. Skilled volunteers are required for long-term internship of a minimum 8-weeks duration.
Volunteers live in guesthouse accommodation in the heart of Siem Reap. The guesthouse has recently been renovated and is a very colourful, clean and safe environment to live in. Breakfast only will be provided yet there are plenty of laid back restaurants close by serving tasty Khmer and Thai cuisine. Volunteers also have the use of bicycles to get around the town and to and from work.
FIELDS
Students with experience or interest in International Development, Education, Social Work or related fields are encouraged to apply.
DURATION
Internships are a minimum of 8-weeks duration.
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers live in guesthouse accommodation in the heart of Siem Reap. The guesthouse has recently been renovated and is a very colourful, clean and safe environment to live in. Breakfast only will be provided yet there are plenty of laid back restaurants close by serving tasty Khmer and Thai cuisine. Volunteers also have the use of bicycles to get around the town and to and from work.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Many of the staff in the organisations you will be working with speak English and are keen to improve their skills and standard. We highly encourage you to learn a little Khmer whilst you are in Cambodia as it is an interesting language and will help you get by and get to know the locals.
COSTS AND INCLUSIONS
Costs included
Pre-departure workshop
Meet and greet on arrival
Transfers to and from airport and placement
Half board and accommodation
Orientation
Project placement
Use if bicycle
Mobile Phone
Back-up and support in-country during placement
Costs not included
Airfares
Visas
Vaccinations
Travel Insurance (possible to organise through Antipodeans Abroad)
HOW TO APPLY
Students are required to apply for an interview and submit a resume, a personal statement and two references. Students will then be offered a place on the program on the basis of their application.
ABOUT CAMBODIA DEVELOPMENT
Cambodia is a small country nestled between Vietnam to the east, Laos to the north and Thailand to the east. The Mekong river flows through Phnom Penh, the capital city whilst the Gulf of Thailand lies to the south, allowing Cambodia some of the most beautiful beaches in the region. Cambodia has a tumultuous past that is well documented yet has been safe for travellers for over a decade now. Siem Reap is a busy hub in the north west of Cambodia, towards the Thai border and has a population of a little over 100,000. There is a huge amount to do at weekends including visits to the Angkor temple park, Tonle Sap and beaches to the south.
Unpaid internships are available in Siem Reap, home of the thousand-year old Angkor temple complex Angkor Wat. Work with a local non-government organization on a variety of projects that operate in and around the tourist hub of Siem Reap.
Skilled volunteers may teach English to kids and young adults, be involved in health education programs, develop skills training or learn about running an NGO, developing marketing, fundraising and business administration skills. Skilled volunteers are required for long-term internship of a minimum 8-weeks duration.
Volunteers live in guesthouse accommodation in the heart of Siem Reap. The guesthouse has recently been renovated and is a very colourful, clean and safe environment to live in. Breakfast only will be provided yet there are plenty of laid back restaurants close by serving tasty Khmer and Thai cuisine. Volunteers also have the use of bicycles to get around the town and to and from work.
FIELDS
Students with experience or interest in International Development, Education, Social Work or related fields are encouraged to apply.
DURATION
Internships are a minimum of 8-weeks duration.
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers live in guesthouse accommodation in the heart of Siem Reap. The guesthouse has recently been renovated and is a very colourful, clean and safe environment to live in. Breakfast only will be provided yet there are plenty of laid back restaurants close by serving tasty Khmer and Thai cuisine. Volunteers also have the use of bicycles to get around the town and to and from work.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Many of the staff in the organisations you will be working with speak English and are keen to improve their skills and standard. We highly encourage you to learn a little Khmer whilst you are in Cambodia as it is an interesting language and will help you get by and get to know the locals.
COSTS AND INCLUSIONS
Costs included
Pre-departure workshop
Meet and greet on arrival
Transfers to and from airport and placement
Half board and accommodation
Orientation
Project placement
Use if bicycle
Mobile Phone
Back-up and support in-country during placement
Costs not included
Airfares
Visas
Vaccinations
Travel Insurance (possible to organise through Antipodeans Abroad)
HOW TO APPLY
Students are required to apply for an interview and submit a resume, a personal statement and two references. Students will then be offered a place on the program on the basis of their application.
ABOUT CAMBODIA DEVELOPMENT
Cambodia is a small country nestled between Vietnam to the east, Laos to the north and Thailand to the east. The Mekong river flows through Phnom Penh, the capital city whilst the Gulf of Thailand lies to the south, allowing Cambodia some of the most beautiful beaches in the region. Cambodia has a tumultuous past that is well documented yet has been safe for travellers for over a decade now. Siem Reap is a busy hub in the north west of Cambodia, towards the Thai border and has a population of a little over 100,000. There is a huge amount to do at weekends including visits to the Angkor temple park, Tonle Sap and beaches to the south.
| 8 weeks: | $3795 |
| 12 weeks: | $4500 |
| Placement start 1: | 5 Dec 2009 |
| Placement start 2: | 2 Jan 2010 |
| Placement start 3: | 1 Mar 2010 |