APPLYING FOR AN VOLUNTEER PLACEMENT
Submit the following material to us in one envelope or via email:
1) Filled out Online Application
2) Resume in English and in Spanish.
*Sample resumes here
3) Letter of Intention. Establish a clear relationship between your skills/studies and the internship placement you are interested in. Specify at what stage of your studies you are at and what your current occupation is. Please sign your letter.
4) Volunteer Additional Info Package filled out.
5) Registration fee ($100): Make checks payable to EasyGO Abroad Inc. or pay via credit card through our secure server here.
6) One recommendation letter
7) Copy of Insurance Policy (Travel, health & liability). You may sign up for one here
8) Language Level Passport: (not applicable if you are a native Spanish speaker). Get your Language Level passport here
9) A recent picture of any size
After we Receive your Application
Once we receive your application, it takes 3 to 4 business days to get it processed and confirm wether or not there is program availability.
Once it is processed and you receive a confirmation via e-mail, we will arrange a phone interview with you to talk about your profile, the placements you might have selected and any other questions you may have. We want to make sure we know your specific expectations about the placement before selecting a Volunteer experience for you.
After the interview, it takes about 6 weeks to confirm a placement with an organization and placement details to you. Please note that positions have limited availability and the application process is competitive. If a placement is not confirmed within 6 weeks you will receive a full refund. Once you receive a placement confirmation no refunds may be processed.
What should I bring?
For a successful Volunteer experience you must be open-minded and ready to
adapt to a competely different lifestyle. Bring your experience and knowledge to
the table and be willing to undertake responsabilities in many areas. The
important thing here is that you are willing to help with anything your host
organization needs.
General Placement Requirements
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You must be 18 years old or older.
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You must have finished high school. Most placements have additional education requirements.
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Your Spanish level must be at least Intermediate to be able to communicate effectively with your peers. Keep in mind that the higher level you have, the more responsabilities you are going to receive and the more successfull your placement is going to be. If you are unsure about your language level, through the phone interview we will assign you a level. If you don't have the Spanish required you will have to take Spanish classes until you reach the required level.
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You must have accident and liability insurance. You may purchase your own or sign up to one through Mentor Abroad.
Mentor Abroad's Guarantee
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Mediation with your host organization
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Professional care with a Tutor during the entire placement. He/she will go with you to the initial interview during the first week of your arrival.
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24-hour-emergency telephone number
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Leisure activities with other participants
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References of the host organization
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Certificate at the end of your placement
Optional Benefits
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Spanish course before starting your Volunteer Placement
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Accommodation with a host family or at a student residence
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Airport transfer service
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Leisure activities and excursions
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Health and accident insurance.
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