Welcome Back!

Welcome Back for Semester 2 – I hope you have enjoyed the break and are raring to go?

For those of you who are keen to spread your wings further afield  and volunteer outside of the UK, this Special Addition Newsletter will provide you with information regarding a number of overseas opportunities.

In this newsletter:

Global Opportunities Showcase Event 

Overseas Opportunities

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GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES SHOWCASE EVENT

The TU Global Mobility team are hosting a on Wednesday 7th February, from 12pm - 3pm, Ground Floor, Student Life Building. 

Ready to make summer 2024 a summer to remember? Well, TU Global have got you covered! From Spain to Malaysia to Czechia (and more!!), TU Global has an opportunity that will guarantee you an unforgettable international experience next summer! 

Don’t miss the Global Opportunities Showcase Event – Your perfect opportunity to gain an insight of the full array of international opportunities on offer to you this summer! 
When: Wednesday 7th February
Where: Ground Floor of the Student Life Building. 

Register your interest: Here 

Why you should come: 

• Discover which TU Global Summer Abroad 2024 programme is the one for you. 
• Meet our International Volunteering Partners, including the very popular Think Pacific and Travelteer (and more!) 
• Find out how Turing Scheme Funding could financially support your international experiences. 
• Meet the TU Global team who are here to support you every step of the way! 
• Meet the Volun-tees Team
• You don’t want to miss out on these incredible opportunities! 

OVERSEAS OPPORTUNITIES

Play Action International – 3 Month Internship

As a Summer Projects Intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Play Action staff, focusing on logistics, international development project management, and volunteer welfare. You'll manage 20-30 volunteers alongside a National intern, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for all involved. Your responsibilities include overseeing pre-project visits, facilitating airport pick-ups, and conducting inductions for volunteers arriving in East Africa. Beyond logistical support, you will take a leading role in volunteer welfare, addressing issues ranging from disputes to homesickness, ensuring the safety and happiness of all volunteers. This internship offers more than just professional growth. As a Summer Projects Intern, you'll enjoy benefits such as free accommodation and meals during project work, a uniform, reimbursements for visa and vaccinations, and training in safeguarding and first aid. Play Action International is dedicated to your development, providing references, certificates of achievement, and invaluable experience in the international development sector.   If you possess a love for travel, a knack for group management, and a passion for making a positive impact, this is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause. The deadline for applications is Sunday, 28th January 2024, 23:59.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/91239

Year Abroad Study Opportunity for Business (TUIBS) Students

Take this exciting opportunity to spend a year abroad living in a new country and studying a relevant programme at one of TUIBs partner universities.

Opportunities to study for one year at a partner university:
Belgium – University St Louis Brussels
France – Rennes School of Business
Czech Republic – Prague City University
Germany – Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences

TU Global are here to support you every step of the way. Study in English Explore your topic in a new setting and learn new things! No tuition fees at partner university Maintenance Loan available. Funding available via the Turing Scheme. You may need to apply for a visa to travel to partner university.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/91222

Semester 2 Abroad Study Opportunity for SACI Students

Are you a Designer? Would you like to study at a partner university for a semester – Prague City University (Czechia)?  Expand your academic knowledge and enhance your employability. Meet new friends and learn a new culture and improve your confidence – you will need a visa to travel to a partner university. Turing Scheme Funding available. https://www.praguecityuniversity.cz/

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/91383

Caribbean Elective – Business and Enterprise International Volunteering

Discover and learn about the vibrant and developing business landscape of the Caribbean. Then get hand-on working with local businesses to innovate and bring fresh ideas! On this programme, we want to introduce you to everything that makes the Caribbean what it is, and show you how the region positions itself from a commercial perspective. After an initial period of immersion and familiarisation, it’s your turn to get hands-on as you’ll be working alongside local businesses to bring creativity, innovation and new ideas.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/90357

BUNAC Summer Camp in the USA

Bring your USA game, because summer camps in America have started hiring! There are already 50+ camps hiring now. An All-American tradition, between June and August each year over a million children and teenagers attend summer camps in America for between 1-8 weeks. From coast to coast, Camp Directors hire likeminded 18-30-years-olds from all over the world to work as Camp Counsellors and Activity Specialists.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/89672

Travelteer International Volunteering

Travelteer perfectly combines responsible travel and ethical volunteering. They understand the importance of utilising volunteers’ skill-sets to provide support for their various programmes in Sri Lanka, Nepal and Morocco. Working and living with other like-minded individuals where you’re guaranteed to have fun! Travelteer have their own volunteer houses where we provide group meals and often organise social events. It’s important to create a strong social environment to make sure all volunteers bond and support each other.   

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/89673

Think Pacific – International Volunteering and Internships

Global Experiences in Bali and Fiji! Experience the unique culture and way of life of the South Pacific islands. Make lifelong friendships and shared memories whilst developing unique skills, boosting your confidence and making a real contribution. Our projects offer you the opportunity to join a traditional village, become a member of a Fijian family and work as a team to contribute to youth, sports, health or building initiatives – on behalf of the Fijian Ministry of Health, Fijian Ministry of Youth & Sports and other local partners.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/89674

Play in Action International - Team Leader - Volunteer Opportunity

This incredible opportunity allows you to gain hands-on leadership experience and learn valuable skills by recruiting and managing a team of Teesside University fundraisers to reach their full potential, organising socials, fundraising events and supporting their welfare of fellow peers. You'll serve as a crucial liaison between the university, the charity, and the team, providing essential information about university funding and assistance. We are looking for a student Team Leader to represent Teesside University and become an ambassador for the charity, honing your skills in events management, networking, and more. These essential abilities will set you apart in the competitive working world. Throughout the academic year, Play Action will provide training, guidance and mentoring, ensuring your personal development aligns with your goals.

https://voluntees.co.uk/opportunity/86921

If you have any questions regarding any of the overseas opportunities in this newsletter, If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at TUGlobal@tees.ac.uk   

Book an appointment

You can now book an appointment with Angela Wood to discuss any of your queries regarding volunteering/WE Module, either on-site in the Student Futures Lounge (SLB Ground Floor) or on MS Teams – whatever you prefer!

To do this simply go to: https://www.tees.ac.uk/depts/studentfutures/appointment.cfm

Don’t forget to log your volunteering hours and also, add your Volun-tees profile link to your CV/Job Applications and showcase your achievements to future employers!

Best Wishes

Jayne and Ange