Description

Moldova, nestled between Romania and Ukraine on the edge of Eastern Europe, may not be the most obvious place to go for business work experience. However, with an economic growth rate of 7% (over three times that of the UK), and a view to joining the E.U. in coming years, taking part in a business internship in Moldova with Projects Abroad will give you a unique chance to work in a dynamic and fast-growing economy.

There are opportunities in Moldova for volunteers who wish to study or gain work experience within the business, accountancy, legal, marketing or management sectors. For volunteers who are on a gap-year, looking for employment in a particular sector following graduation, or on a career-break, our voluntary business internships in Moldova will give you fantastic work experience that will increase your prospects and enhance your CV. You'll be given the opportunity to have genuine input, suggest new directions and protocols, whilst also gaining a vital insight into how an Eastern European company operates.

We work with a variety of large and small businesses in the football, I.T., legal and accountancy, and international press sectors. Depending on which business you are placed in, you could be working with management staff, marketing and press departments, or in the finance and accountancy department. Students who are part way through a business, accountancy or management degree, or graduates of these subjects are all welcomed, and will be given real opportunities to put their fresh ideas into practice.

You will be involved with the day-to-day activities of the office whether it is contacting new clients, working with senior management, carrying out research on existing business methods, attending meetings or proofreading. The variety of work you do will depend upon you and how confident you feel about the work at hand. You could find yourself working on a new business plan to increase the profits of an international press distributor, or working with a business development team researching and putting into practice a new marketing initiative for a legal or I.T. company. The opportunities are endless, and if there is a specific area you are interested, please just let us know and we'll do our best to arrange it for you.

Wherever you are placed, you will be assigned an English-speaking supervisor who will be able to advise and support you during your placement. Of course our Projects Abroad Moldova staff are always on hand too, to assist you with any problems or answer any questions you may have.

Highlights

Chisinau, your base while volunteering abroad, is an enchanting old city, with tree-lined boulevards, vibrant markets, picturesque parks and plenty of other activities and attractions for the visitor. From the suburbs it is a short trolley-bus ride into the city center, where you will find a wide range of restaurants and bars to suit all tastes and budgets. Moldova has many surprisingly good attractions, especially its museums and art galleries. If you like the performing arts, you will love the opportunity to see some spectacular ballet and opera performances.

From this region it's also easy to explore the vineyards around Chisinau or the monasteries in Orhei. You might want to see the Trans Dniester region, which is still run unofficially as a self-styled republic. You can also travel further into the former Soviet Union and visit the Ukraine, which is only a few hours train-ride away.

Qualifications

none

Intern Types

• Accounting
• Business Admin, Management
• Finance
• Marketing, Ad, PR

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English
• Russian

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Medical services
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

The price of each placement includes all your food and accommodation, transfers to and from the airport, full travel and medical insurance plus support and 24 hour back-up from our staff based around the world.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Business
• Economic Development
• Marketing
• Office Work
• Small Business Development

Typical Volunteer

Open-minded with a desire to travel.

Age Range

16-80

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Written Application
• Other

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992