Siena College International Community Development Internship Program

    
 

 

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

For five weeks our students will step into a culture very different than their own. If you are a student, are you ready to explore your world and yourself? Are you ready to stretch beyond your culture, beyond yourself in a rigorous test of personal, academic and professional growth?

As a participant in one of our Global Internships, you will:

  • Get Credit: Opt for up to 3 transferable credits from Siena College
  • Network: Join a team of national student change agents
  • Transform: Personal, academic and professional growth
  • Explore: Create your own weekend cultural excursions
  • Support: In-country coordination and support from mentors

TRAVEL DATES

  • India: May - July 2013
  • Bolivia: Departs week of May 20th and returns week of June 24th

TRAVEL DETAILS AND ARRANGEMENTS

Siena College and Bonner Network Students: $2,500-$3,000 (please note, these costs are projected and will depend on market value of airfare and room & board)

Includes:

  • Airfare
  • Siena campus orientation
  • Initial transportation to placement, lodging, food, end of internship evaluation
  • Any additional costs for passports, visas, immunizations, travel to Siena College orientation, in-country expenses and personal expenses will be covered by the participants

Students traveling to India and Bolivia will be accompanied by experienced ACE Staff Members.

APPLY. DON'T DELAY!

Global Service Internship Application. Priority consideration will be given to rising juniors and seniors. In addition, Bonner students outside of Siena College are encouraged to apply.

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QUESTIONS?

Would you like to know more about this opportunity and speak with one of our staff members about our global service internships? Contact Assistant Director of ACE/Engaged Teaching and Learning, Dr. Ruth Kassel, to learn more!

THANK YOU!

We appreciate all of the support from our local Bangalore partners and NGOs, and the Siena College Office of International Programs. Also a big thank you to the St. Anthony Friary in India and Unidad Academica Campesina in Bolivia.