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Exchange and Experience Italian Lifestyles with Joinki

by: Joinki

9.7 (27)

Become part of the Joinki Language Tutor Program in Italy. This opportunity offers you a whole new way to experience cultural exchange, as you will be given the chance to be an active member of a true Italian community. You will serve as an English or German language tutor to an Italian family in the Trentino Region. In return for providing exposure to the language for around 15 hours per week, ...

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Program Highlights

Have the opportunity to live in a small town in the heart of the Trentino Region, with a local host family.

Enjoy convenient access to the region’s breathtaking attractions, such as the Dolomites mountains, vineyards, and medieval castles.

Immerse yourself fully into the Italian culture, language, and rich traditions.

Teach your native language to a local Italian family and build lasting friendships.

Boost your résumé and skills with international experience while enjoying the best that Italy has to offer.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Trento, Italy
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026, 2027Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Education
  • English Teaching
Types:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.7

Total Reviews

27

Wonderful Experience in Val di Non

February 02, 2026by: Chris Powers - United States

Program: Exchange and Experience Italian Lifestyles with Joinki

10

I had a wonderful experience! Joinki connected me with an amazing family who had two young boys. I enjoyed being able to teach them English and to pick up some Italian in the process. The home cooked meals and day trips around Trentino Alto Adige I will never forget. If you love Italian culture, food and history I definitely recommend this program. Italians once they know you’re a good person, they are extremely kind people. This program was a good fit for me because I enjoy helping people. Being able to tutor some English was very rewarding for me.

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A Perfetto Immersion Experience!

August 13, 2023by: Denise Trone - United States

Program: Exchange and Experience Italian Lifestyles with Joinki

10

Words cannot express my gratitude and admiration to Sabrina’s for her passion and vision in creating this language program. Because Joinki, I came away with an understanding of Italia that I never would have had before, had I just been a tourist. I came back to the United States with my heart full of love and memories, and a brand new family. I would go back in a heartbeat to invest in the relationships that I created while I was there. This was a life-changing experience for which I am truly grateful!

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Joinki responded to this reviewAugust 17, 2023

Thanks Denise, it was a pleasure having you in our program. Hope to meet you again in Italy!

Mi nuovo familia!Arcobal Run— my second day in Italy.Lago Garda luglio 2023

An unforgettable and amazing month in Trentino!

November 07, 2022by: Samantha Fei - New Zealand

Program: Exchange and Experience Italian Lifestyles with Joinki

10

I really enjoyed my time in Trentino with the Joinki program, and I really cannot recommend it enough! It gave me an amazing opportunity to immerse myself into the Trentino culture, and I feel like I have truly made a connection with the place and the people for life. I now think of my host family as my actual second family and I am so grateful to Sabrina for pairing me with them. I also really appreciate Sabrina for welcoming me and looking after me so well, as she kept checking in on me throughout my stay and planned some amazing excursions with me, making my experience even more special. This has genuinely been an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience that has changed my life and I highly recommend it. I’ve made so many amazing memories and I’ve seen so many great things- the mountains and the lakes are absolutely breathtaking! Since leaving Trentino about 3 months ago, I have already been back twice, and I will certainly go back again to see everyone again (and to keep exploring some more!!).

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Joinki responded to this reviewNovember 08, 2022

Thanks Samantha for thinking of Joinki. You will be always welcome in Trentino. Thanks!!

Mountain view in TrentinoSky reflection on a lake in TrentinoSunset at Trentino

Program Details

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Locations

  • Trento, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Childcare & Children
  • Education
  • English Teaching

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Public Transportation Pass

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • German
  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Written Application

Interviews

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Samantha Fei

Participated in 2022

Alumni

I've always loved travelling, and after completing my bachelor's degree, I wanted to go on some solo adventures—especially since my original exchange plans were cancelled due to COVID. I wanted to immerse myself in the Italian culture and language, not just as a visitor to the main cities, but also to create meaningful experiences while exploring lesser-known areas!

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9.7

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Become part of the Joinki Language Tutor Program in Italy. This opportunity offers you a whole new way to experience cultural exchange, as you will be given the chance to be an active member of a true Italian community. You will serve as an English or German language tutor to an Italian family in the Trentino Region. In return for providing exposure to the language for around 15 hours per week, focused on conversation and some language tutoring, you will receive a range of program perks. These include lodging and full board with an Italian family (with three meals per day), an Italian language course, one excursion every two weeks, and more. Positions are available throughout the year, with a duration of one to three months. Eligibility includes: - Capability to teach and tutor, motivat...