Location:

Suzhou, China; Shanghai, China; Hangzhou, China

Program Type:

Volunteer Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Work Types:

Education, Health, Translation

Duration:

1-3 months

Program Overview

Program Description:

Dedicated to students worldwide who are seeking to fulfill the community service hour portion of their graduation requirements and/or build a resume in favor of university application. Extraordinary opportunity to gain volunteering experience abroad, as well as profound knowledge into another culture.

#1 Unique Program in China Dedicated to students worldwide who are seeking to fulfill the community service hour portion of their graduation requirements and/or build a resume in favor of university application. Extraordinary opportunity to gain volunteering experience abroad, as well as profound knowledge into another culture. #2 Receive Official Certificate At the conclusion of the program, participants accumulate totally 40-50 community service hours, and gain certificate granted by volunteer service bureau of Shanghai government. #3 Work as a Real Volunteer After having received a training session from Chinese local hospital, you will focus on doing meaningful services to help patients for 2 weeks. You can also participate in various exciting events organized by hospital. You will learn new skills while helping others, develop spirit of solicitude and team work. #4 Interactions with Local Volunteers You work as a team with local volunteers on various tasks, form real relationship and make friends with locals. You can develop your Chinese language skill and improve your understanding of Chinese traditions, customs, and social environment. #5 Chinese Language Immersion 2-week total immersion experience, unique opportunity for participants who wish to learn more about and feel more at ease in Chinese. #6 No Requirement of Chinese Language Level To apply this program, there is no requirement of Chinese language level. If you can’t speak Chinese at all, our bilingual counselors will help to ensure smooth communication anytime needed. Also, we offer you free of charge Chinese classes to make you “survive” in China. #7 Culture-enhancing Activities We have well selected fun excursions inside and outside of Shanghai, including sightseeing tours to Shanghai’s famous attractions, visits to world-class museums, and field trip to Suzhou and Hangzhou, iconic cities of ancient China. #8 Convenient Campsite and Comfortable Accommodation You will be immersed in the beautiful, safe and convenient university campus. Everything can be easily found right on-campus. Rooms are at the 3-star standard on-campus hotel, double occupancy, fully furnished and equipped. #9 Safety First A group of bilingual and experienced counselors will ensure safety beyond the campus and solve all problems immediately. They will be leading campers to accomplish with success their volunteering missions. #10 All Meals Included and Other Services Three meals per day are provided, with a variety of dishes for each meal. You are invited to taste local-styled gastronomy restaurants during outings. Bottled water is offered every day. We make you live in China easy with airport transfer and laundry service without additional charge.

2016 Tuition 14,500 RMB (about 2,270 USD, price in USD is subject to change with currency exchange rate fluctuations). Group Discount: You enroll together with your friends/siblings: RMB 1000 off per applicant Returning Student: RMB 1000 off Special Discount in 2016 - Student coming from South-East Asia: RMB 800 off

Setting Description:

40-50 Hours of Community Service Our project will be volunteering in a Chinese local famous hospital. Volunteer activities vary based on what is needed. Participants will receive a training session from the hospital at the beginning of the program. Then you will work closely with the local volunteer team on various tasks to help patients. You will also have the opportunities to prepare and participate in various meaningful events organized by the hospital. This program is dedicated to students worldwide who are seeking to fulfill the community service hour portion of their graduation requirements and/or build a resume in favor of university application. It is an extraordinary opportunity to gain volunteering experience abroad, as well as profound knowledge into another culture. You will learn new skills while helping others, develop spirit of solicitude and team work. At the conclusion of the program, an official certificate recognizing 40-50 community service hours worked will be g

Cost:

Program Dates July 31-August 13, 2016 (14 days)