Intern in Thailand

  Thailand

• Chiang Mai: 
Chiang Mai

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Internships begin the first Saturday or each month. There is a 2 week minimum duration required.

Description: Intern and gain real world experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Chiang Mai, founded in 1296, is an historic city known for its Northern Thai cuisine, hill tribe communities and centuries-old Lanna culture.

As an intern, you will work abroad with the community and one of our affiliated non-governmental organizations (NGO's), government social programs or a self-initiated project. Your project is determined by community need as well as your skills and interests. You will be part of real, sustainable development. A designated Project Coordinator guides each intern through the project planning, execution, and conclusion phases of their program.

In addition, interns enjoy a flexible program structure which allows them to gradually increase their level of immersion. Live with a local family and immerse yourself in the local culture. Programs also include cultural and adventure excursions including visits to national parks, exploring local artisan communities and remote community cultural festivals.

Highlights:
- Visit beautiful ruins in Thailand
- Immerse yourself in Thai culture
- Gain professional experience
- Enjoy Cultural and Adventure Excursions

Cost in US$: $1,895 for the first 2 weeks; $385/additional week *cost may change at any time due to the currency exchange

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000