Short Term Student Mobility Opportunities
This page lists short international study, work volunteering or research project experiences which can work around your degree, either taking place during vacations or during term time without extending your course length. The links provided have been brought to our attention through partner universities or by other means. We accept no responsibility for the authenticity of opportunities listed on external websites. If you are unsure of any offer advertised, please seek further information before applying.
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Less than 4 week opportunities:
Short Term Mobility Bursary (warwick.ac.uk)
4 week+ opportunities
GOTOCO - The go-to for free and funded global adventures in TEFL - Teaching
Our programmes are an adventure into the world of TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), where participants will broaden their cultural perspective through an immersive environment; gain valuable teaching experience; and earn a qualification so participants can continue to travel and teach! Join us this summer for 4 to 8 weeks of fulfilling, development-focussed and fun-packed teaching placements in Europe or China!
The programme includes:
- earning a TEFL certificate that you can use to work abroad in future
- gaining global work experience teaching at summer camps across Europe or China
- developing employability skills
- immersing yourself in a different culture
- meeting like-minded people
Additionally, if you join placements in Europe, we encourage applicants to interrail and experience even more along the way!
Learn more:
Join the weekly Gotoco Discovery webinars and a Q&A session about each programme! Book here to join.Link opens in a new window
Read more about our programmes: Europe and China
Apply now!
Turing funding available for programmes of 4 weeks+ through WarwickLink opens in a new window
AIESEC
AIESEC is a youth led global organisation that aims to foster leadership development in young people through sending them abroad on global exchange programmes. We offer a variety of opportunities including volunteering, professional teaching and internships.
Link: https://aiesec.org
Opportunities of 4 weeks + in duration are eligible for Turing Scheme fundingLink opens in a new window up to 31 August 2024.
Think Pacific Award-Winning Volunteer Projects, Internships & Placements
Deeply rooted in Fiji and Bali.
What makes Think Pacific truly unique is its depth of knowledge, local expertise, partnerships and long-term approach to creating projects that are mutually beneficial for students and communities. They strive to respect local cultures, honour traditions, and learn with humility and curiosity without imposing our views.
After 15 years of working solely in the Fiji Islands, we recently expanded our reach to Bali. We aim to continue to be a small and personable organisation that works in direct partnership with government ministries, industry leaders and NGOs across the Asia-Pacific region.
Dedicated to facilitating projects that give students the incredible opportunity to enhance their employability and global perspectives, whilst being immersed in cultures as warm and exciting as the countries themselves.
Where can you go:
- Fiji
- Bali
- Remote internships available too
- Award-winning volunteering and internships, since 2009.
- 1-Month or 16-Day Projects in Fiji & Bali
- Support the achievement of the UN SDGs
- Work on behalf of exclusive partners, such as the Fijian Government
- Complete cultural immersion in a traditional village.
- Work on Business, Youth, Build, Mental Health or Sport initiatives.
- Develop employability skills, meet like-minded people and contribution to sustainable development.
- Project includes; food, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support, weekend adventures, domestic travel, and charity donation. (Flights not included).
- Project costs from £1,895 + flights.
More information
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Further details hereLink opens in a new window
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International Volunteer HQ
Various international volunteering opportunities across the globe.
More information here: International Volunteer HQ | IVHQ UK | Official Website
See information on available funding hereLink opens in a new window