Russia
Term: Academic Year, Throughout the year
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months and 1-2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Description:
A great opportunity to learn Russian language, Siberian history and culture in the heart of Eastern Siberia Irkutsk. Well-developed Russian language courses available from 2 weeks up to a year. Unlike Russian capital cities, Irkutsk offers the possibility of a full immersion experience, due to lack of native English speakers. The city is located near beautiful Lake Baikal the biggest reservoir of fresh water on Earth. The lake is home to more than 1,700 species of plants and animals, two thirds of which can be found nowhere else in the world. Being a UNIESCO World Heritage Site, Baikal offers possibilities to volunteer in environmental NGO's and social organizations. An ideal opportunity for people interested in native cultures, ecology, foreign relations, and Siberian history.
Highlights:
* Opportunity to live near one of the most beautiful and unique places in the world
* Well-developed language and culture courses
* Volunteer opportunities
This opportunity is part of LEAPNOW's Supported Internship program.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Open to anyone age 17 and older
Intern Types:
Education,
Environmental Studies,
Linguistics
and Social Work
Language:
Russian
Language Used As A Medium of Teaching:
English
and Russian
Subject Areas:
Culture,
History,
Intensive Language,
International Relations
and Languages / Linguistics
Cost in US$: 1,400
Cost Includes:
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support
and Language instruction
Credit Available: yes
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
culture,
education,
environment
and social services, social work
Typical Volunteer: LEAPNOW internships are most appropriate for the individual who wants the opportunity to step into the world and stand on their own two feet, while supporting a community or organization that truly can benefit from the time, energy, and creative resources that a volunteer brings.
If you prefer to travel with a group, we encourage you to check out our LEAPYEAR, Semester or Latitudes programs, which you can visit from our web site.
Age Range: 17 and over
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements:
Dormitory
and Home-stays
Participants Travel to Russia
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Resume
- Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time Is 1 week
Post Services Include:
Exit Debriefing Abroad
Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Alumni Network
Job and Internship Network
LEAPNOW: Transforming Education's Mission Statement: Leapnow's primary purpose is nothing less than transformation and positive change on the planet. We aspire to keep our work on the cutting edge of human evolution. We feel that we can have the most positive impact on the world by working in the area of education- which ideally is all about transforming and expanding the consciousness of our students. Cultural immersion, study and work abroad are our main vehicles for learning about one's self and the world.
Year Founded: 1993