2010 Intern In SOUTH AFRICA

Introduction

Cultural Embrace's Intern in the South Africa program offers participants an incredible opportunity to experience this truly unique country first hand.  Earn important hands-on experience in your sector of study that will benefit your resume and your global perspective.

We will match your career objectives with the needs of  companies in South Africa. We work with a network of companies that will provide you with practical work experience focusing on your field of study. Please contact Cultural Embrace for details on available internship fields.

Program Highlights, Benefits, and Requirements

 Internship in South Africa Offers: 

·         Practical international work experience in your field of interest
·         A reference from your employer upon completion of your term  
·         An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
·         An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: sports, music, cooking)
·         Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about 
·         The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
·         A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences 
·         A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills
 
Cultural Embrace Offers:
·         Guaranteed Internship Offer Prior to Departure
Cultural Embrace guarantees an internship offer that matches your requested field of interest. Placement confirmed based on employer’s approval prior to departure.  
·         Housing
Cultural Embrace includes a private room in a carefully screened and selected host family or a private room in a shared apartment with other students and interns.
·         Travel Insurance:  Basic Major Medical Coverage 
Our policy provides basic medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance, which is available at extra cost.
·         Visa Assistance
Cultural Embrace will assist you with information to obtain a visa from South African  immigration (if necessary), but we have no ability to guarantee government issuance and/or visa availability.
·         Cultural Embrace “Culture Kit”
Before your departure, we send you a packet filled with useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.
-     Full-time Representation
Cultural Embrace provides bi-lingual representation in the United States and South Africa prior to, during, and after your placement. 
 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

In order to participate in the intern programs, Cultural Embrace requires that you:
·         Be 18-30 years of age
·         Have experience or education in field of internship
·         Enjoy providing a service and working with others in a challenging environment 
·         Intermediate/advanced level of English (additional language classes available)
·         Be open to foreign cultures and living abroad
·         Possess a high level of responsibility
·         Be dedicated to the full term of commitment 

2010 Program Fees

8 weeks
$3570
Additional week
$365

*Program fees do not include internship visa fees.
**Please note prices are subject to change according to world currency exchange rates
***Prices listed in US Dollars. AUD$, CAN$, £ and € accepted

How to Apply

1. Obtain the Intern Abroad Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:

(a) Download the forms:  Intern Application (PDF).   Intern in South Africa Details and FAQ (PDF). 

(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be mailed to you within 7-10 days.

(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days.

2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.

3. Submit your completed application packet to:

CULTURAL EMBRACE
7201 Bill Hughes Road
Austin, TX  78745 USA

Completed packet should include:

  • Intern Program Application
  • Signed Intern Agreement
  • Copy of your passport (information page only)
  • University/College transcript (official please)
  • Copies of diploma or certificates related to field of interest (if applicable)
  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter describing the goals you wish to accomplish with your internship in South Africa
  • Two References: preferably professional and/or character references
  • Doctor’s Certificate verifying that you are in excellent mental and physical health
  • Copy of Police Clearance (obtainable from your community's local police station) 
  • Four 1½" x 2" official passport-size photos, signed on the back
  • One smiling full-length photo of yourself
  • US$200 non-refundable deposit (credited towards your program fee) 

We recommend submitting your application and program fee at least 16-20 weeks prior to your desired start date in order for us to organize and arrange your internship.

Cultural Embrace requires an expedited application fee for those applying 16 weeks or fewer before the desired date of departure. Applications received 12-16 weeks prior to desired departure date will be charged $150. Applications received fewer than 12 weeks before the desired departure date will be charged $250.

For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@culturalembrace.com or you can call us at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US toll-free).