Orphanage Care Volunteer and Internship Program in Cambodia, Asia

  Cambodia

Phnom Penh

  Thailand

• All Other Areas in Thailand: 
Nonthaburi

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year

Description: Cambodia children are still recovering from years of violence and corruption. GSC volunteers that choose to work with the Orphanage Care Program will partner with local orphanages that not only provide food and shelter, but also serve as a nurturing environment in which children can grow and thrive. Volunteers will assist with the daily activities of the orphanage, but will also focus on helping with the English education programs which are a common feature of Cambodian orphanages. While there is a need for technical assistance, participants will also serve as mentors to children who will value the guidance and their newfound friendships.

Highlights: Once in-country, the GSC Cambodian staff will provide participants with additional training on what to expect in the classroom, suggested activities and games, as well as classroom management techniques. All participants will receive an initial week of orientation, which includes technical training, Khmer language lessons, and culture and history lessons about Cambodia. In addition, volunteers will have the chance to visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and the Killing Fields at Cheoung Ek. During one of the weekends, participants will go on a three-day visit to Angkor Wat, or a two-day trip to visit the local sites around Phnom Penh.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 3 week programs start at USD 3,140

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18 and above

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 2-20

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Global Service Corps's Mission Statement: Working from offices on three continents, Global Service Corps is dedicated to fulfilling our mission of designing and implementing effective service-learning programs that provide maximum benefit to our program participants and the communities we serve. Through the hard work of our staff, support of our advisory board, collaboration with our partners and the participation of hundreds of volunteers each year, Global Service Corps has earned its reputation as a leader in international volunteerism, service-learning and community development.

Year Founded: 1992