Description

China is the largest country by landmass in Asia. Over 1.3 billion people live in China. Even though China has maintained a high growth rate (averaged per capita growth of 8.7%) for more than 30 years, there are still 200 million people in China live on less than USD1 a day. Our programs are designed to help the local communities at the same time of providing a rewarding learning and living experience to our volunteers. We have flexible start dates/durations, and customized programs tailored just for you.

Highlights

We have volunteer work placements in both urban and rural China. Most volunteer placements take place in surrounding areas of the capital city Beijing, namely the beautiful town of Chengde and Zhangjiakou.

* Formerly known in English as Peking, Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China. Beijing is one of the six ancient cities in China. Beijing is recognised as the political, educational, and cultural center of the People's Republic of China. More than 140 foreign embassies are located in Beijing.

* Both Chengde and Zhangjiakou are very close to Beijing, about 2 hours drive or a few hours by train. As one of the most famous historic and cultural cities of the nation, Chengde has incredible sceneries. The Mountain Resort and Eight Outer Temples are listed as the world cultural heritage sites, which have made Chengde a famous city worldwide. Zhangjiakou is a real Chinese city, as yet unspoilt by the arrival of Western Tourists. Indeed it was a city closed to foreigners for military reasons until about 20 years ago. Even today there will be very few foreigners. As a result visitors are made very welcome in Zhangjiakou.

Qualifications

* You must be 18 years or over at the start of the program. For participants who are 16-17 years old at the start of the program, it is possible to enroll if the parent or legal guardian gives permission and signs our waiver form to waive our liability.
* You must be able to speak English.
* Medical placement volunteers must have relevant medical training and certification (to be presented on arrival in China).

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starts at USD 180

Program Fees Include:

What is included?

- Arrival Welcome at the Airport or Train Station
- Program Orientation
- Accommodation and Meals
- Volunteer Work Placement
- 24/7 Hotline for On-Site Support
- Regular Cultural/Recreational Activities (Personal spending not included)

What is not included?

- International or Local Transportation Costs (One way local bus tickets in China cost around USD0.2.)
- Medical/Travel Insurance
- Visa Application Costs

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

Over 18. For participants who are 16-17 years old at the start of the program, it is possible to enroll if the parent or legal guardian gives permission and signs our waiver form to waive our liability.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Cross-Continental Solutions Inc.'s Mission Statement

To make extraordinary volunteer and intern abroad experience universally accessible. We do this by providing programs that Make a Difference to the Global Community, Promote Cross Cultural Understanding, are Customized to Your Needs, have Flexible Work Schedule, and yet are Extremely Affordable (with program fees starting from only USD180).