VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIPS IN CANADA

 

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

IrenaWithin the broad range of educational opportunities at home and abroad work internships, provide one of the best ways to learn about the job you hope to have. An volunteer will acquaint you, in a practical way, with the career options in your field of study and offer first-hand opportunities to test your knowledge and examine your career plans.

The traditional view of education for both students and professional is under the microscope as Universities and companies world-wide look for the most effective ways to train people to work in today's global markets. The rational Higher Education program alone cannot fully prepare you fro what you will face on-the-job. International business skills and second language competency are now a necessity.

 

Whatever your area of study might be, through the NIK|LAS organization you may have the opportunity to gain real-life experience abroad. You will experience for yourself the very different Portuguese business protocols, learn to do business in a completely different culture, and gain fluency in both formal Portuguese as well as local and profession-specific jargon. These factors which may well mean the difference between business success and failure.

 

Become a Volunteer

Globalization has made information more accessible for all and has also stimulated the world consciousness about the need to assist nations. The Volunteer experience was designed to fulfill people's desire to "make a difference" in other people's life. The idea is to spread solidarity in an international scope.

Right now in Brazil, we have various different projects in several cities: Curitiba, Florianópolis, Sao Paulo, Salvador da Bahia and Rio de Janeiro.

 

Structure of the Program

The Volunteer Program consists of 2 phases:
1st: minimum 4 weeks of Standard Portuguese language (in Maceio, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador).
2nd: the volunteer placement, lasting 2 to 12 weeks (in Alagoas, Maceio, Salvador, Rio de Janeiro, Curitiba, São Paulo, and Florianopolis).

 

I Part - Course

The length of the Portuguese-language portion will help you to quickly acquire the needed fluency. Written skills test  are given to identify your starting level. You will work to achieve a functional intermediate level before the start of the volunteer placement. The minimum length for the Portuguese course is 4 weeks.

Language Skill exam fee: $150 USD (For non-beginners, who skip the language course phase)

Location: Montréal, Toronto

 

II Part: The Volunteer Period

Volunteer placements are offered in various NGO's. The work period will be from 2 weeks  and up to 12 weeks. Placement is made and progress is supervised through the local program office. The volunteer portion of the program may not combine different companies or different cities.

Location: Toronto

 

VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENTS

 

Globalization has made information more accessible for all and has also stimulated the world consciousness about the need to assist nations. The Volunteer experience was designed to fulfill people's desire to "make a difference" in other people's life. The idea is to spread solidarity in an international scope.

Right now in Brazil, we have various different projects in several cities: Curitiba, Florianópolis, Sao Paulo, Salvador da Bahia and Rio de Janeiro.

 

Start Dates 2014

Florianópolis:    14 Apr, 5 May, 2 Jun, 15 Sept,  6 Oct, 3 Nov

Rio de Janeiro:  6 Jan, 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 & 29 Jun, 3 Aug, 1 Sept,  6 Oct, 3 Nov

Curitiba:               6 Jan, 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 & 29 Jun, 3 Aug, 1 Sept,  6 Oct, 3 Nov, 1 Dec

 

Compensation

Some NGO's may provide lodging and meals during the duration of your volunteer placement.

 

Services Include

  • 2 weeks or up to 20 weeks of Volunteer

  • Requesting and receiving information on all volunteer candidates, reviewing application, and drawing up a list of possible volunteer placements;

  • Conferring with the candidates via e-mail or telephone to confirm area of interest and counsel on volunteer experience options;

  • Approaching the sponsoring organization and achieving placements;

  • Maintaining contact with both the candidates and the sponsoring organizations to ensure that the volunteer run smoothly;

  • Intervening to resolve any difficulties or misunderstandings between the volunteer and the sponsors, to assure mutual satisfaction.

 

APPLICATION: required documents

  • Résumé in French or English. (Example Provided)

  • Short essay (1-2 pages): the student has to focus on the kind of experience he/she wants to have, what kind of volunteer the student prefers, and why.

  • Applicant has to send the documents by e-mail to: volunteer@nik-las.com

  • Deposit of $250 USD

  • Send documents at least 2-3 months before arrival date

 

Please, make sure your medical insurance covers you during your stay in Canada; otherwise we can make arrangements for you to receive in this case.

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