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Experience International: International Exchange Visitor Program

Experience International provides creative, diverse, and challenging placements that fit each individual's needs and career goals. Placements can be arranged in agriculture, forestry, horticulture, fisheries, environmental education, parks, recreation, and many related fields. The programme is for individuals that have a documented commitment to their career. For those who have a practical background in any of the fields listed above and would like practical training and work experience abroad, Experience International may offer just the programme!

All programs

Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 1-3 months
Minimum age
21
Maximum age
90
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
  • College diploma
  • Undergraduate degree
Application process
Applicants must meet the following requirements: - Minimum of 2 years post-secondary education in career field - Minimum of 2 years career work experience in career field - Motivated and documented commitment to your career field - No criminal record & solid references - Document "home country ties"; that will depart the United States and return home at the end of the program - Valid Home Country Driver's License required; International License recommended To apply, contact your country representative for detailed programme information. After this, complete and submit application documents. E.I. will review your application and begin looking for a placement (or applicant may provide own contacts).

Pricing

Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Meals
  • Orientation

Organization details

Experience International provides training, exchange programs and study tours for both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens in the fields of agriculture, forestry, natural resources management and conservation.

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