APPLICATION PROCESS
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
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Your Spanish level should be at least high beginner (organizations might have their own language level requirement). Keep in mind that the higher Spanish level you have, the more responsabilities you are going to receive and the more successfull your volunteer experience is going to be. If you are unsure about your language level, through a 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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The minimum length of the volunteer placement is determined by the host organization.
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For specific placements previous practical or theoretical knowledge may be required.
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You must have accident and liability insurance. You may purchase your own or sign up to one through Mentor Abroad.
How do I apply?
We suggest to register at least 2 to 3 months before the time you wish to travel, no later than 1 month before this date. Once you are ready to register you should submit the following:
1) Resume in English and in Spanish
2) Letter of Intention in English or in Spanish. Make sure that you include three possible placements you find from our online listings.
3) Registration fee
4) Application form filled out
After we receive your application and it is processed, 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 get to know all your thoughts and requirements before selecting an Volunteer Placement for you.
Once these steps are complete, a confirmation will be sent to you within 8 weeks. If a suitable placement is not found for you before the 8 weeks term is finished, we refund your pre-payment deposit.
We 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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