Four Ways Interning with the UN in Kenya Increased My Cultural Awareness
With the support of an InterExchange Foundation Christianson Fellowship, I spent six months interning with the United Nations Environment Programme in Nairobi, Kenya.
Mexican and American Work Culture
I’m currently living in Mexico City and volunteering full-time at Asylum Access, a refugee-rights NGO with headquarters in San Francisco, with the support of an InterExchange Christianson Fellowship.
Work & Travel USA Host Highlight: Susan At The Big Moose Inn
Welcome to our Work & Travel USA host highlight series! Today, we’re talking to Susan Meyer, who runs the century-old Big Moose Inn and Restaurant in the Adirondacks. Each year, Susan employs international students who make the Big Moose Inn their home.
Don’t Let These Things Stop You From Working & Traveling
Have you always wanted to try a working holiday in a different country but aren’t sure if it’s the right fit for you?
How to Help Participants Navigate Culture Shock
Cultural exchange is at the core of Exchange Visitor Programs, and with that comes culture shock. All exchange participants will experience culture shock to some degree; it’s completely normal and isn’t a bad thing.
How To Improve Your Spanish Skills Quickly
Learning Spanish quickly doesn’t have to look like the classes you took in high school. Whether you’re new to the language or you want to work on your Spanish fluency, there’s a method for everyone.
How to Restore the Rainforest in Ecuador
As the indigenous Kichwa people tell it, the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest used to be full of jaguars and the rivers full of fish.
The Refugee Reality in Mexico
“There are refugees in Mexico?” is the response I get when I tell people what I do for work. The majority of people assume refugees are all making their way to the United States, and only staying in Mexico transiently. However, that is not the case, as Mexico is experiencing their own surge in migration.
How To Plug Your Participants Into The Local Culture
As our exchange participants from across the world arrive in the U.S., they are eager to see what the country has to offer. Hosts of these young people — whether host employers, camps, or families — play an essential role in helping them learn about American culture.
Career Training Alumni: Internships Can Help Boost Your Career
Transitioning from a college student to a working professional can be a daunting experience for many. It may sometimes feel as if you don’t know what next steps to take.