Work hands-on in a new environment serving international communities while also learning valuable life skills. By immersing yourself in a new culture, you will broaden your perspective working alongside professionals on service projects ranging from education to conservation. Gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the country through excursions and sight-seeing activities.
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Global Service: Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica
Explore the cultural and environmental diversity of Costa Rica while working with a sea turtle conservation and protection program. Service projects include staffing the turtle hatchery, monitoring nests, releasing baby turtles into the ocean and participating in beach and community clean-up efforts.
Global Service: Elephant Conservation in Northern Thailand
Experience the lush tropical jungles and historic temples of Thailand while serving at Elephant Nature Park. At this renowned ethical rescue rehabilitation center, you will observe how elephants naturally behave and about the challenges they face. Projects include preparing food and feeding elephants, helping with construction projects and more.
Global Service and Health Science Internship in Peru
Surround yourself with the colonial Spanish architecture and ancient stones of the Inca Empire as you broaden your understanding and appreciation of Peruvian culture and society through various excursions and service opportunities. Projects may include health education and promotional campaigns, support for local nongovernmental organizations or patient experience interviews.
Engineering in Peru: Global Service and Communities
Spend winter break in the beautiful Andes Mountains of Peru, serving local communities through the Healthy Kitchens Project, an NGO focusing on the hygiene and sanitation issues in the kitchens of many lower-income Peruvian communities. Earn engineering credit with a service-learning designation on this program open to all students as you tackle international problems with solutions.
Community-Driven Education in Vietnam
Engage in community-driven efforts to provide care, educational enrichment and companionship for children living in a shelter who are HIV positive. You’ll also broaden your understanding of Vietnamese history and culture and earn three credits over winter break.
Global Service: Dolphin and Marine Conservation in Tanzania
Work alongside community projects and a dolphin research program in the Menai Bay conservation area off the coast of Tanzania. Learn about the conservation efforts in the area and explore strategies to influence both tourist and community perspectives on dolphin and marine life interactions.
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