Frequently asked questions
What is the GoGlobal Program?
A volunteering opportunity in one of the 15 countries listed below:
Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, Egypt, Tanzania, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria and South Africa.
What will I be doing?
You will be focusing on one of the fields among education, health and culture. Education might include anything from teaching languages (and thereby practicing your language skills), to raising awareness on millennium development goals, emphasizing the importance of education in underdeveloped parts of the world through workshops, and much more.
Culture includes spreading awareness on cultural issues such as organizing sessions on multiculturalism, along with addressing issues such as human rights, environmental development, etc., organizing multicultural events in your host country such as Global Village, assisting an NGO abroad in varied aspects such as marketing, finance, etc., and assisting the growth of the tourism industry in your host country.
Our health program strives to create a healthier world by assisting the more underdeveloped parts of the world, and raising awareness on HIV/AIDS, diabetes, etc. Other activities include organizing a blood donation camp, educating people on malnutrition, terminal diseases, etc
How much does it cost?
350 pounds which covers...
Food & Accommodation is usually provided or arranged at fair price
Outgoing preparation conferences
Document support for Visas
STA Travel discounts.
Airport Pick-up.
Support integrating into a new culture from your hosting country.
Support from the UK side
A one-day re-integration seminar
How long is the program?
6-8 weeks over summer. The actual dates can be flexible and depend from program to program.
Can I only go to one of these fifteen countries?
No, you may find a suitable project in any country from our database. However, we do strongly recommend you to go with our partners as we are certain of their quality of service.
Do you have any programs other than volunteering?
Yes. We also offer professional internships that can range from working as a strategic business analyst for DHL in Germany to a graphic designer in Malaysia. These internships are however much more competitive and are guidelines for candidates are hence stricter.
These internships last 6-18 months and are most suitable for recent graduates or students pursuing Masters.
What is the application process?
1) Sign up for the GoGlobal program on www.aiesec.co.uk
2)Receive a link to our application form
3)Attend Assessment centre
4)Pay
5) Get appointed an EP buddy who will assist you throughout the process
Will I receive any preparation before going abroad?
YES! One of the benefits of AIESEC is its support network!!
If accepted on our program you will be assigned to an “Exchange Participant Buddy” who will assist you throughout your exchange process and make your life a hell lot easier!
And most importantly, we hold regional preparatory conferences that guide you in adapting to a new country and addressing culture shocks. It is a great opportunity to share your enthusiasm with students from around UK who are also going on an AIESEC exchange over the summer!
I want to share my experience!! How can I do that?
We also organize Homecoming (Re-integration) conferences allowing students to share their enthralling experiences from around the world with other students! It is a wonderful chance to reflect on your experience and extend it for a wee bit longer because we assure you AIESEC conferences are FUN!!
When is the latest by which I can apply?
Our applications for the GoGlobal program officially close in mid December. However we accept applications over the winter. We strongly advice you to apply as soon as possible so you may attend one of our ongoing assessment centres and get induced to the world of AIESEC!!
Our other applications for professional internships and volunteering internships not based in the GoGlobal countries are open throughout the year. However, we do encourage you to apply early so you may find your internship timely (yes, there are a number of people applying for the same internship!) So, get going!
We look forward to hearing from you!
A volunteering opportunity in one of the 15 countries listed below:
Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, Egypt, Tanzania, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria and South Africa.
What will I be doing?
You will be focusing on one of the fields among education, health and culture. Education might include anything from teaching languages (and thereby practicing your language skills), to raising awareness on millennium development goals, emphasizing the importance of education in underdeveloped parts of the world through workshops, and much more.
Culture includes spreading awareness on cultural issues such as organizing sessions on multiculturalism, along with addressing issues such as human rights, environmental development, etc., organizing multicultural events in your host country such as Global Village, assisting an NGO abroad in varied aspects such as marketing, finance, etc., and assisting the growth of the tourism industry in your host country.
Our health program strives to create a healthier world by assisting the more underdeveloped parts of the world, and raising awareness on HIV/AIDS, diabetes, etc. Other activities include organizing a blood donation camp, educating people on malnutrition, terminal diseases, etc
How much does it cost?
350 pounds which covers...
Food & Accommodation is usually provided or arranged at fair price
Outgoing preparation conferences
Document support for Visas
STA Travel discounts.
Airport Pick-up.
Support integrating into a new culture from your hosting country.
Support from the UK side
A one-day re-integration seminar
How long is the program?
6-8 weeks over summer. The actual dates can be flexible and depend from program to program.
Can I only go to one of these fifteen countries?
No, you may find a suitable project in any country from our database. However, we do strongly recommend you to go with our partners as we are certain of their quality of service.
Do you have any programs other than volunteering?
Yes. We also offer professional internships that can range from working as a strategic business analyst for DHL in Germany to a graphic designer in Malaysia. These internships are however much more competitive and are guidelines for candidates are hence stricter.
These internships last 6-18 months and are most suitable for recent graduates or students pursuing Masters.
What is the application process?
1) Sign up for the GoGlobal program on www.aiesec.co.uk
2)Receive a link to our application form
3)Attend Assessment centre
4)Pay
5) Get appointed an EP buddy who will assist you throughout the process
Will I receive any preparation before going abroad?
YES! One of the benefits of AIESEC is its support network!!
If accepted on our program you will be assigned to an “Exchange Participant Buddy” who will assist you throughout your exchange process and make your life a hell lot easier!
And most importantly, we hold regional preparatory conferences that guide you in adapting to a new country and addressing culture shocks. It is a great opportunity to share your enthusiasm with students from around UK who are also going on an AIESEC exchange over the summer!
I want to share my experience!! How can I do that?
We also organize Homecoming (Re-integration) conferences allowing students to share their enthralling experiences from around the world with other students! It is a wonderful chance to reflect on your experience and extend it for a wee bit longer because we assure you AIESEC conferences are FUN!!
When is the latest by which I can apply?
Our applications for the GoGlobal program officially close in mid December. However we accept applications over the winter. We strongly advice you to apply as soon as possible so you may attend one of our ongoing assessment centres and get induced to the world of AIESEC!!
Our other applications for professional internships and volunteering internships not based in the GoGlobal countries are open throughout the year. However, we do encourage you to apply early so you may find your internship timely (yes, there are a number of people applying for the same internship!) So, get going!
We look forward to hearing from you!
