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Travel with purpose. Travel for good.

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From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane. Hear from overseas volunteers about what it is really like in the field.

Volunteer Abroad

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Seasonal work, teach abroad, international careers and more. Where to start, what to expect, and how to get it done.

Work Abroad

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Overtourism and the problems it creates may make you feel like giving up your passport. But there is a better way.

Ethical & Sustainable Travel

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Make the most of your time overseas while spending the least amount of money. Budget travel for the conscientious traveller.

Budget Travel

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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

Study Abroad

Study Abroad

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More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

Gap Year Travel

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To get an international job, you need international work experience. How do you land that first gig?

International Careers

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Ready to take the next step? Meet with organizations from around the world that can help you plan your travels.

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IAMAT: Find health information and doctors abroad

Like you, we love travel. Travellers have trusted our experience in travel health to give them peace of mind, up-to-date health information, and a safety net away from home since 1960. We are a non-profit organization that keeps travellers healthy. We hel ...
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Ingle International: Insurance for meaningful travel

A trusted name in the insurance industry since 1946, Ingle International knows travel insurance. We provide students and travellers with the protection they need while travelling, studying, working, or living far away from home. Tell us where you are goi ...
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Short and long term projects are available for volunteers who wish to make a difference by volunteering their time internationally. Projects take place in Africa, Latin America and Asia and range from working with street children in Ecuador, teaching Engl ...
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Awards for maintenance (not travel) during research in France for a period of at least one month.
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Dedicated to the IES Abroad’s mission to develop global competency among today’s students, Dr. Kathryn M. Moore has given many years of service by serving as an IES Abroad Board Member. The Dan and Kathryn M. Moore Endowed Scholarship is a further show of ...
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John Gearen, a member of the IES Abroad Board of Directors for many years and past chair of the Board for six years, is a leading real estate attorney and Rhodes Scholar who is involved in numerous philanthropic causes. Mr. Gearen has generously establish ...
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InterExchange Working Abroad offers amazing programs in over 20 countries around the world! Our Au Pair, Teach English, Volunteer, work & travel programs give participants the opportunity to live, work and learn in another country and culture. Partic ...
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The Redbird Academic Scholarship is an award that ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 per year, renewable for up to four years, for new freshmen. 
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IDRC offers these research awards annually to Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries pursuing master’s or doctoral studies at a recognized university or having completed a master’s or doctoral program at a recognize ...
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Instead of learning in a classroom, students will learn from top executives at global companies such as BMW, Coca-Cola, AT&T and more. The programs are designed as 'your first business trip abroad' experience and provide an opportunity for students to ...
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The Irving K. Barber British Columbia Scholarship Society, in partnership with the Victoria Foundation, hosts a suite of international scholarships designed to support students from BC in studying abroad. Successful applicants must clearly demonstrate aca ...
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For Colorado residents attending Colorado State University (CSU), Semester at Sea Affiliate scholarships are awarded on ISE’s behalf by the Office of International Programs (OIP) at CSU.
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Semester at Sea is committed to offering unique service opportunities while sailing on a voyage. As such, the IMPACT scholarship has been established to recognize students demonstrating a commitment to service in their community and home institution and a ...
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Institut Français du Royaume-Uni (French Institute in London) was founded to introduce Londoners to French artists and writers. The Institut français du Royaume-Uni is the official French government centre of language and culture in th UK. It is one of 15 ...
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International Relief Friendship Fund (IRFF) has carried out numerous international relief programmes over the years. Projects have included work in the education, medical and development sectors. Youth Volunteer Camps carry out similar projects. Contact t ...
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Category Volunteer Abroad

Iko Poran is affiliated with a number of NGOs. Through these organizations, Iko Poran offers volunteer programs to cater to benefit the communities they serve. Volunteers have a unique experience of by actively participating in developing communities for ...
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The English department was developed in order to give back to the community, and to aid in closing the communication gap between cultures on a local and international scale. The student body is made up mostly of Costa Ricans as well as Nicaraguans, Salvad ...
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