World Education Program - WEP International Programs
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World Education Program - WEP International Programs
201 4 World Education Program belgium france italy HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM SUMMER LANGUAGE & CULTURE GROUP LANGUAGE & CULTURE ONE TO ONE FAMILY STAY LANGUAGE BUDDY LANGUAGE ASSISTANT CAMP COUNSELOR FARMSTAY RANCHSTAY SOCIAL VOLUNTEERING ECO VOLUNTEERING INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE IN HOSPITALITY study work volunteer LEARN AND DISCOVER THE WORLD ! Since 1988, World Education Program (WEP) has been driven by the same motto : learn & discover the world ! It has already changed the lives of thousands of young people who have travelled around the globe on all kinds of educational programs and projects. At WEP, we strongly believe in the infinite enrichment of a better knowledge of the world, its multiple cultures, languages, lifestyles. Through the years, WEP has developed and offered a wide choice of international educational experiences ranging from intensive language courses or student exchange programs to volunteering programs, farmstays, internship programs, etc. Whether it is to improve language skills or hit the road and meet the world, WEP always has a program that matches expectations ! Contents 3 High School Program - France 4 High School Program - Belgium 5 High School Program - Italy WEP also has extensive experience in welcoming international students in the countries where we have offices. Depending on the destination you are interested in (Australia, Belgium, France, Italy or Argentina) we can organize a large range of programs for your participants : High school exchange, study tours, farmstays, internships, summer or group holidays. 6 Summer Language & Culture - France 7 Group Language & Culture - France / Belgium / Italy 8 Family Stay - France / Belgium 9 One to One - France / Belgium / Italy This brochure will give you an insight into our choice of programs in France, Belgium and Italy. 10 Language Buddy - France / Belgium / Italy 11 Language (Teacher) Assistant - Italy Starting from age 12 up to adults, we offer your participants many ways of improving their skills in French, Dutch or Italian and discovering a rich culture. 12 Farmstay / Ranchstay - France 13 Farmstay - Belgium / Italy 14 Eco volunteering - France 15 Social volunteering - France 16 Camp counselor - Italy 17 Internship - France / Belgium 18 Work Experience in Hospitality - France / Belgium / Italy WEP is a member of : with very “Our students have been placed ys when they alwa and ilies fam ly love and good and rich nice of full e cam returned home they a pleasure experiences. Thanks WEP ! It’s nt as you.” working with people as compete Luz Helena Ferreira / PARTNER (FA Intercambios – Colombia) MOREINFO INFO: [email protected] : [email protected] MORE 2 High School Program Language : French france AGE : min.14 max. 18 years old upon arrival DurATION : 1 academic year 1 academic semester 1 term (12 weeks) short term (4 to 8 weeks) ARRIVAL : year, semester or term : end of August, beginning of September or beginning of January short term : from end of August / beginning of September to April ACCOMMODATION : volunteer host family Quotation on request Paris orientation upon arrival (4 days) culture introduction, excursions. OPTIONAL for small group bookings of students from the same school or region, wishing to be placed in the same region in France (stays from 4 to 6 weeks). The country An exchange program to France is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a culture that has influenced the western world for hundreds of years. The French are very proud of their contributions to art, literature, philosophy, architecture, food and wine, sports and film. From the Alps near the Italian and Swiss borders to the forest covered Vosges Mountains in the northeast, the Pyrénées along the Spanish border and the beaches on the Mediterranean, France offers breathtaking scenery. Accommodation School Life Terms of participation Participants will live with a French family. Like family members they will share the family’s everyday life, participate in activities and adapt to the family rules as if it were their own. The French educational system is one of the most thorough in the world. Expectations are high towards the students. Participants will attend classes at a local lycée from Monday to Friday. These include French, Mathematics, Biology, Geography, Physics, History, Physical Education, Foreign Language (English, German, Spanish or Italian)… and optional classes include Economics or a second Foreign Language. The school year runs from September to June. • Be min. 14 and max. 18 upon arrival • Have good academic results • Have a minimum of 2 years of French lessons • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial Terms Included: host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation as described • school registration • transfer on arrival • 24 hours emergency support • coordinator assistance & progress reports • mandatory orientation • WEP support to obtain the permit of stay • administrative costs. School day Not included: return transportation • local transportation • school costs • lunch if taken at school • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fee • optional Paris orientation. > 8.30am to 4.00pm or late r > Wednesday afternoon free > Saturday classes may be allocated NET FEES a French or “As soon as a student applies for w that kno we ion, inat dest Italian speaking during her/ she or he will be in good hands ium, because his stay in Italy, France or Belg detailed innt, tme trea WEP gives us precise placements en chos fully care and n atio form schools. We at loving families and in great we look highly appreciate their work and e students mor and e mor ing send to forward .” year by year to the WEP destinations ak Lipt a Zsok Luz R (INTO-Hungary) / PARTNE academic year (Sep - June) 3.750 € academic year (Jan - Dec) 4.150 € academic semester 3.250 € term (12 weeks) 2.400 € short term (5 to 8 weeks) 2.100 € short term (4 weeks) 1.800 € Paris orientation 3 MORE INFO : [email protected] 460 € High School Program Language : French or Dutch belgium AGE : min.14 max. 18 years old upon arrival DurATION : 1 academic year 1 academic semester 1 term (12 weeks) ARRIVAL : year, semester or term : end of August, beginning of September or beginning of January ACCOMMODATION : volunteer host family Brussels orientation upon arrival (3 days) culture introduction, excursions. OPTIONAL One country, two languages ! Participants can choose to do the High School Program in Belgium either in French or in Dutch ! The country Belgium is where Europe comes together. Belgium is a compact country nestled between Germany, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and the North Sea. The cosmopolitan nature of Brussels, capital of the European community, has created a tolerant and welcoming attitude towards foreigners. Belgians are known for being humble and welcoming, with a great sense of humour. There is more to Belgium than chocolate and waffles, it is the scene of a very rich cultural past (painting, architecture) and thrilling present day artistic creativity (exhibitions, music, fashion, comic books, theatre…). Accommodation Participants will live with a Belgian family. Like family members they will share the family’s everyday life, participate in activities and adapt to the family rules as if it were their own. Terms of participation School Life • Be min. 14 and max. 18 upon arrival • Have good academic results • Have a minimum of 1 year of French lessons (not necessary if participants choose the Dutch language) • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability The Belgian educational system is one of the most thorough in the world. Expectations are high towards the students. Participants will follow classes in a local school from Monday to Friday. Those classes include French/Dutch, Mathematics, Biology, Geography, Physics, History, Physical Education, Foreign Language (Dutch /French or English)… and optional classes include Economics or a third Foreign Language. The school year runs from September to June. Financial Terms Included: host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation as described • school registration • transfer on arrival • 24 hours emergency support • coordinator assistance & progress reports • mandatory orientation • WEP support to obtain the permit of stay • administrative costs. School day ter 4.00pm or la > 8.30am to n free oo rn te af ay > Wednesd Not included: return transportation • local transportation • school costs • lunch if taken at school • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fee • optional Brussels orientation. “Ma très chère Belgique, t un plaisir Quel beau séjour! C’était vraimen une ami de s étai tu , ance aiss conn ta de faire m’as appris la sorte la plus merveilleuse. Tu s des choses, plein tré mon m’as ues, lang tes ils et m’as fait rencontrer des gens gent rri de gaufres quand j’étais triste tu m’as nou es, mais et de chocolat. Je fais mes valis t pas pour men aine cert t’inquiète, ce n’est manquer, et me coup beau vas Tu ! ours touj e expérience je te remercie pour la meilleur de ma vie!! Gros bisous.” IPANT Caitlin (Australia) / PARTIC MORE INFO : [email protected] NET FEES academic year (Sep-June) 3.200 € academic year (Jan-Dec) 3.600 € academic semester 2.900 € term (12 weeks) 2.050 € Brussels orientation 4 350 € High School Program Language : Italian italy AGE : min.14 max. 18 years old upon arrival DurATION : 1 academic year 1 academic semester 1 term (12 weeks) 1 short term (8 weeks) ARRIVAL : year or semester : beginning of September or end of January (short) term : from beginning of September to beginning of February ACCOMMODATION : volunteer host family Culture week in Rome upon arrival : italian workshop, culture introduction, excursion INCLUDED The country La Bella Italia ! Italy, home of much of the world’s greatest art, best food, happiest people, will host you with pleasure. Your Italian family and school might be anywhere in Italy, from the northern Swiss border to the sunny tip of its “boot”. Share everyday life with a warm, loving family. Visit cities and little villages with rich history, museums, churches… learn to speak Italian both with words and with your hands ! Fabulous pasta, crusty bread, snowy peaks for skiing, sunny beaches for swimming, Roman ruins and the best of 21st century design – Italy offers a sensational student exchange opportunity. Accommodation Participants will live with an Italian family. Like family members they will share the family’s everyday life, participate in activities and adapt to the family rules as if it were their own. Terms of participation School Life • Be min. 14 and max. 18 upon arrival • Have good academic results • Have a minimum of 1 year of Italian lessons • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Italian school is quite difficult and expectations are high. Participants will be enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of the five years of the scuola superiore program; they will follow classes in a local liceo from Monday to Saturday morning. Classes include Italian, Mathematics, Sciences, Physics, Foreign Language (English, German or French), Geography, History, Physical Education... The school year runs from September to June. Financial Terms Included: host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation as described • school registration • transfer on arrival • 24 hours emergency support • coordinator assistance & progress reports • orientation meeting • WEP support to obtain the permit of stay • administrative costs. School day > 8.30am to 1.3 0 - 2.00 pm > Saturday class es may be allocated Not included: return transportation • local transportation • school costs • lunch if taken at school • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fee. NET FEES rience “Having around 12 years of expe that it is rm confi d coul I , WEP working with exchange a leader in the world of student onal staff, … a company that has a professi agents but the only not , always ready to help ed. On the need r neve whe , ents stud the also Italy are 3 other hand, France, Belgium and really attractive countries!” Ana Maria Quintero R (SOW – Venezuela) / PARTNE 5 academic year (Sep-June) 4.200 € academic year (Jan-Dec) 4.600 € academic semester 3.650 € term (12 weeks) 2.500 € short term (8 weeks) 2.200 € MORE INFO : [email protected] Summer Language & Culture france AGE : min. 12 max. 18 ½ years old upon arrival DURATION : 2 or 3 weeks PERIOD : July AREA : Paris area GREAT FUN ! ALL INCLUSIVE ! • a day at Disneyland Paris theme park ! • a day at Versailles Castle and its gorgeous gardens ! • a lift ride up to the top of the Eiffel Tower ! • a stroll around the Champs Elysées... Program & courses Activities Learn French within a group of international students in the area of Paris! During the first two weeks, participants follow morning classes with an experienced teacher from Monday to Friday and take part in activities and sightseing in the afternoon. The entire day on Wednesday is dedicated to a cultural trip. During the third week (optional) participants will stay with their host family only. They will have the opportunity to familiarize with the French language, culture and lifestyle! The whole of Wednesday and every other afternoon are dedicated to activities and cultural excursions in the area. Participants discover beautiful Paris and its cultural treasures such as the Musée du Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay, Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower…They have the opportunity to wander in the charming Montmartre, admire the Château de Versailles, and have a fun day in Disneyland Paris! Accommodation & meals • minimum age : 12 • courses (first 2 weeks) : 12 classes / week (1 lesson = 50 min.) • dates : July 05 to July 19 (2 weeks) July 05 to July 26 (3 weeks) • duration : 2 or 3 weeks • accommodation : homestay family in single or double room (depending on availability) with full board Participants stay in a host family. Living with the locals is the best way to discover the French culture from the inside! Full board is included, with a packed lunch. Depending on availability participants will stay in a single or a double room. Two participants can stay in the same family if they are from different language groups. Arrival & local assistance Participants are transferred from the closest airport (Paris Charles de Gaulle) to their host family. Local assistance is provided during the whole stay. Sample planning Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15 meet & greet, transfer to host family full day with the host family morning : French lessons afternoon : guided tour (Tuileries Garden, Concorde Square) morning : French lessons afternoon : visit of Notre Dame cathedral & St Michel district (Sorbonne and Luxembourg gardens) full day at Versailles Castle and Gardens & shopping time morning : French lessons afternoon : The Eiffel Tower / Trocadéro Square morning : French lessons afternoon : Rivoli Street, famous shopping street with fashionable brands Le Louvre Museum, the largest museum in Paris & stroll in the famous “quartier des Halles” (Pompidou Centre, City Hall) full day with the host family morning : French lessons afternoon : cruise on the Seine (bateaux mouches) & Marais district (Bastille Opera, Vosges Square, Victor Hugo House) morning : French lessons afternoon : Montmartre district, Sacré-Coeur Basilica & free time full day at Disneyland theme park morning : French lessons afternoon : Orsay Museum, stroll along the St Martin Canal morning : French lessons afternoon : Arc de Triomphe & shopping on the Champs-Elysées departure day MORE INFO : [email protected] Terms of participation • Be between 12 and 18 ½ years old • Have a basic knowledge of French • Take the French courses seriously • Be motivated and respect family rules • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : language courses as described • transfers • recruitment of and placement with a host family • accommodation and meals as described • activities as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes Not included : return transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees if needed NET FEES 6 2 weeks 1.290 € 3 weeks 1.590 € Group Language & Culture france AGE : min. 12 max. 18 ½ years old upon arrival DURATION : on request (from 1 week on) PERIOD : all year round AREA : Paris area, Toulouse, Drôme, Provence Quotation on request for group bookings in different cities in Belgium and Italy, from 350 € (net fee for 1 week, based on 20 pax, 2 free escorts). Program & courses Learn French and discover a fascinating culture within a group. Depending on the program made to order on your request, participants will attend morning classes of French language and culture, and will take part in afternoon activities and excursions. 1/Unforgettable Paris : brush up your French and discover Paris ! 4/ The flavour of Southern France : Provence Soak up the southern French touch, at the doorstep of Provence, next to the song of cicadas and the fields of lavanda ! Pierrelatte, a nice flowery town in the south of Drôme, awaits you for an astounding stay ! Let us give you an insight into Real Paris, the world’s most popular city destination ! Seeing the Eiffel Tower and the cathedral of Notre Dame are an absolute must. What about strolling around Quartier Latin or visit worldknown museums such as The Louvre. (sample schedule) DAY 1 arrival and transfer to host families DAY 2 tour of Pierrelatte, bakery visit + archery DAY 3 daytrip to Avignon and Nîmes DAY 4 school integration in local High schools DAY 5 daytrip to the seaside resort of Ste Maries de la Mer DAY 6 departure and transfer to the airport (sample schedule) Homestay option : conveniently situated (25 km south of Paris). Hostel option : an international hostel conveniently located in central Paris. DAY 1 arrival and transfer to host families or residence DAY 2 French lessons / guided tour of Paris DAY 3 French lessons / The Eiffel Tower / The Champs Elysées DAY 4 French lessons/ Notre Dame de Paris, The Marais (Place des Vosges) DAY 5 French lessons / Quartier Latin (La Sorbonne, Jardin du Luxembourg) DAY 6 departure and transfer to coach or airport Activities Excursions and activities included are samples and can be modified on request. Accommodation & meals 2/ Discovering Toulouse Depending on the region, participants can stay with a host family, live in a residence or in holiday bungalows. Full board is included with packed lunch. (sample schedule) Ideally situated in the heart of Southern France, between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean, the cosmopolitan and enthusiastic city of Toulouse, or the Ville Rose, mixes heritage and lifestyle, great cultural events and festival pleasures. Terms of participation • Be between 12 and 18 ½ years old • Have a basic knowledge of French and take the courses seriously DAY 1 arrival and transfer to host families DAY 2 French lessons / town quizz of Toulouse, the Pink city DAY 3 French lessons / The Space experience theme park DAY 4 French lessons / The Fine Arts Augustins Museum DAY 5 French lessons / river cruise on The Canal du Midi DAY 6 departure and transfer to airport QUOTATION ON REQUEST (examples) 3/ Sunny and active french holidays in Drôme (sample schedule) Located in the hilly part of the Drôme area, not far from Valence, it is a popular destination for nature lovers. The warm and sunny climate attracts a lot of visitors. Our holiday resort features 30 wooden bungalows, an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court. DAY 1 welcome and transfer to the Holiday centre DAY 2 visit of St Donat sur l’Herbasse / paddle boat and swimming DAY 3 day trip to Romans (shoe museum) and Valence (city tour and shopping) DAY 4 Accrobranche / swimming and relaxing afternoon DAY 5 day trip to Hauterives (visit of Facteur Cheval Palace) and scenic villages DAY 6 departure and transfer to airport Paris homestay, no classes, 1 week * from 320 € per pax Paris homestay, with classes, 1 week * from 380 € per pax Paris hostel, no classes, 1 week * from 445 € per pax Toulouse homestay, no classes, 1 week * from 325 € per pax Toulouse homestay, with classes, 1 week * from 375 € per pax Drôme bungalows, no classes, 1 week * from 370 € per pax Provence homestay, no classes, 1 week * from 310 € per pax * based on 20 participants with 2 free escorts 7 MORE INFO : [email protected] Family Stay Language : french france / belgium AGE : min. 14 years old DURATION : min. 1 week PERIOD : all year round Program Arrival Available in France and in Belgium, the Family Stay program offers an authentic insight into the French or Belgian lifestyle ! Participants spend their entire stay with a host family that will consider them as a family member. There are no specific activities planned besides family outings. We propose extra options including cultural activities or a specific guarantee like a region or an urban placement. The transfer is not included but it can be organized. If the participant is under 18 years old, the transfer is mandatory. Terms of participation • Be minimum 14 years old • Have a basic knowledge of French • Take the program seriously, be motivated and respect family rules • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Accommodation & meals Participants stay with a host family, in a single room with full board. Financial terms Included : host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation and meals as described • activities as described (if you choose the Culture Option) • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. OPTIONS Culture Option : 11/2 day of cultural excursions each week. Specific Guarantee (France Only) : Not included : return transportation • transfer (mandatory if under 18 years old) • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees. 1.urban placement in a French city of over 100 000 inhabitants 2.Provence : discover the beautiful South of France 3.French Coastline (Mediterranean and Atlantic) FRANCE net fees BELGIUM net fees 420 € 420 € Family Stay per week for more “We have been working with WEP has been ce rien expe the and s year than 10 with ed mitt com very excellent! They are for stutheir job, they find great families just amazing, dents and their counselors are , their ents stud they really care about our ! ress prog uage lang r thei and g well bein share we that rts repo thly They send us mon them inwith the families in order to keep ent!” formed on their kids developm la) / Anais Ramentol (GR A – Venezue R PARTNE MORE INFO : [email protected] Family Stay + Culture Option per week 570 € 570 € Family Stay + Specific Guarantee per week 570 € - Family Stay + Culture Option + Specific Guarantee per week 8 720 € - One to One Language : french / Italian france / belgium / italy AGE : min. 14 years old (France & Belgium) min. 17 years old (Italy) DURATION : min. 1 week PERIOD : all year round Program Culture Available in France, Belgium and Italy, the “one to one” program is the most efficient way to make significant language progress in a short period of time. One of the host parents is an experienced teacher and he/ she provides the participant with one to one language lessons everyday. The lessons are specifically adapted to the needs of the participants, who will be learning and practicing as they take part in the social life of the family. OPTION For the «One to one» no activities are planned, unless participants choose the Culture Option : 11/2 day of cultural excursions each week. Available for Belgium & France. • courses : 10, 15 or 20 classes/week (1 lesson = 60 min.) • duration : minimum 1 week • accommodation : homestay family in single room with full board Financial terms Accommodation & meals Included : language courses as described • host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation and meals as described • activities as described (if you choose the Culture Option) • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Participants stay with a host family, in a single room with full board. Arrival The transfer is not included but it can be organized. The transfer is mandatory for participants under 18. The arrival airport must be the closest to the host family. Not included : return transportation • transfer (mandatory if under 18 years old) • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees. Terms of participation • Be minimum 14 years old (France & Belgium) or minimum 17 years old (Italy) • Have a basic knowledge of French / Italian • Take the courses seriously, be motivated and respect family rules • Have a travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability classes/ week FRANCE net fees BELGIUM net fees ITALY net fees One to One per week 10 840 € 840 € 840 € per week 15 1.040 € 1.040 € 1.040 € per week 20 1.240 € 1.240 € 1.240 € One to One + Culture Option instructive; “My 2 weeks in Paris were very a lot, I also rove imp ch not only did my Fren city by got the chance to get to know the ist.” tour a just than being more IPANT Annelies (Belgium) / PARTIC 9 per week 10 990 € 990 € - per week 15 1.190 € 1.190 € - per week 20 1.390 € 1.390 € - MORE INFO : [email protected] Language Buddy France /belgium / italy AGE : min. 21 years old DURATION : 1, 2 or 3 months PERIOD : all year round Program Available in France, Belgium and Italy, the “Language Buddy” program offers the opportunity for participants to become a conversation friend in a local family while sharing their everyday life. They may speak to one or several family members in order to help them improve their language skills through conversation. The participant may also have to assist them with their homework. The amount of time dedicated to conversations should be 15 hours/week. It is also possible to spend one month with families in two different locations in the country. The program is open to English, French, German or Spanish speakers. Other languages depend on specific demand (Italian, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese...). Accommodation / meals / duration Participants stay with a volunteer host family who provide them with full board and a single room in exchange of their conversations with a family member. The program is available all year round. Terms of participation • Be minimum 21 years old • Have English/French/German/Spanish as mother tongue (other languages on demand) • Have a good knowledge of French / Italian for communication • Be a graduate or currently enrolled in Higher Education / University, in an education-related field • Relevant experience is a bonus • Be a European citizen or able to get a visa “waiver” that allows a stay in France, Belgium or Italy for 3 months • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : host family search, screening and placement process • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees. I could have “My experience has been all that ed with a host asked for. I was blessed to be plac friendly. I get family who is so welcoming and I am heart sore and yone on very well with ever my level of that feel I … soon so ing leav to be understandam I that and ng French is improvi arrived! first I n ing much more now than whe essing expr in dent confi e mor also is The family chilthe to rds rega With themselves in English. introduce them to ul usef e mor far it find I , dren light hearted into the English language with g-man’ and games such as ‘eye spy’ and ‘han “ fun! t grea be to en prov these have IPANT Grant (South Africa) / PARTIC MOREINFO INFO::[email protected] [email protected] MORE FRANCE net fees BELGIUM net fees ITALY net fees Language Buddy 1 month 490 € 490 € 490 € 2 months 590 € 590 € 590 € 3 months 690 € 690 € 690 € Language Buddy in two different families 2 months 10 690 € 690 € 690 € LANGUAGE (TEACHER) ASSISTANT italy AGE : 20 to 30 years old DURATION : 3 months PERIOD : 1st trimester : end of September until December OR 2nd trimester : end of January to April Program The aim of the program is to introduce language assistants to Italian High Schools and encourage the meeting of different cultures. It is organized in cooperation with the Italian Ministry of Education. The language assistant will be shadowing Italian teachers during school classes for 15/18 hours per week (spread over 5 or 6 days depending on the school) which will give the participant the chance to learn about the Italian Education. It is without doubt a useful international job experience that will enhance the personal CV (curriculum vitae). Additionally it is a good opportunity for participants to develop communication/teaching skills and learn some basics of Italian. There is no financial compensation but participants will receive room and board. An orientation of 2 days will be organised upon arrival. Participants are placed in the Region of Piedmont (north of Italy), with mountains at 1 hour and the seaside at 45 minutes... Turin is home of Fiat, Ferrero, Pininfarina and much more ! Accommodation & meals Participants stay with a volunteer host family, in a single room with full board. Terms of participation • Be between 20 and 30 years old • Be a university student or graduate • Have English/French/German/Chinese as mother tongue • Be screened by the partner • Provide a CV, criminal record and completed application form • Non European applicants need to apply for a tourist visa (tutors from NZ, Australia and Canada may apply for a working holiday visa) • No Italian language knowledge required but some basic knowledge is helpful • No teaching experience/degree required but preferable • Participants must arrive at Milan Malpensa airport (in the morning of the starting date) Financial terms Included: school search and placement process • host family search, screening and placement process (by the school) • accommodation and meals as described • airport transfer on arrival from Milano Malpensa airport to Torino • 2 days orientation in Torino on arrival • health and third party liability insurance • assistance from school counselor • local assistance from WEP • emergency line 24/7 • administrative fees • various taxes Not included: return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees wonderful! “The experience was absolutely ch and so mat t grea a such was ily The fam y by their awa n blow ly kind! I was constant has definitely is ...Th ness open and ty rosi gene e about the inspired me to want to know mor I’ll do another rest of the world and I’m sure trip soon. Thank you.” NT Brittany (USA) / PARTICIPA NET FEES term (3 months) free of charge for agents only 11 11 MORE INFO : [email protected] Farmstay / ranchstay france AGE : 18 to 30 years old DURATION : 1, 2 or 3 months PERIOD : between March and November (other periods on request) Program Experience life on a French farm. Discover the everyday life of a farming family while improving language skills! In exchange for accommodation and meals participants will do farm work (+/- 25h/week) like fruit-picking, caring for animals, grape harvesting, selling products at the market... Helping on a farm is a faboulous way to discover the French way of life ! OPTION Ranchstay If you are keen on working with horses, poneys or donkeys, how about going on a ranchstay ? Most tasks will be related to the animals but also to the daily farm work. Horseriding cannot be guaranteed but is most likely if you have a lot of experience ! When and how long ? The program is available for 1 to 3 months, between March and November (other periods on request). Terms of participation • Be between 18 and 30 years old • Have a basic knowledge of French • Be in good physical health and motivated • Love nature and the countryside • Be a European citizen or be able to get a Working Holiday Visa (for citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Canada & Japan) • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : farmstay family search, screening and placement process • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees. MORE INFO : [email protected] 12 FARMSTAY net fees RANCHSTAY net fees 1 month 490 € 590 € 2 months 560 € 660 € 3 months 630 € 730 € Farmstay belgium / italy AGE : 18 to 30 years old DURATION : 1, 2 or 3 months PERIOD : between March and November (other periods on request) Program The Farmstay program is a unique way to learn French or Italian off the road! Participants get the chance to experience life on a farm in the country of their choice : When and how long ? The program is available for 1 to 3 months, between March and November (other periods on request). Terms of participation BELGIUM Participants get the opportunity to discover the farming lifestyle and improve their French language skills at the same time! In exchange for accommodation and meals participants will do farm work (+/- 25h/week) like fruit-picking, caring for animals, selling products at the market... italy • Be between 18 and 30 years old • Have a basic knowledge of French / Italian • Be in good physical health and motivated • Love nature and the countryside • Be a European citizen or be able to get a Working Holiday Visa (for citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Canada & Japan) • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Experience life on an Italian farm. Discover the everyday life of a farming family while improving language skills! In exchange for accommodation and meals, participants will do farm work like fruit-picking, olives gathering, grape harvesting, caring for animals / plants / glass house, etc. (40h/week and 2 days off/week). Included : farmstay family search, screening and placement process • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport & visa fees. BELGIUM net fees ITALY net fees 1 month 490 € 490 € 2 months 560 € 560 € 3 months 630 € 630 € ce in Italy “I will never forget my experien I met beautiday. y ever easy n’t even if it was in the world ful people, I ate the best cuisine ories!” and I have many beautiful mem IPANT Mathilde (Belgium) / PARTIC 13 MORE INFO : [email protected] eco volunteering france AGE : 18 to 30 years old DURATION : 2 to 12 weeks PERIOD : all year round Program Live an eco friendly experience and integrate a team of volunteers to discover the rich French fauna and flora. Projects deal with different aspects of environmental protection so as to safeguard biodiversity. They focus on caring for endangered or injured species, especially wild birds, building gates/fences in natural reserves, restoring natural sites, making people aware of the importance of eco-friendliness. Working as a volunteer is looking for a fulfilling commitment, taking part in teamwork, promoting a cause and enriching your experience with new knowledge. The work can be physically demanding and generally occurs in remote regions. Some bird centres can be in urban areas too. Volunteers will work 5 or 6 days a week for about 4 or 6 hours a day, as needed. The remaining time is time to relax and discover the area. Accommodation & meals Volunteers are accommodated in bungalows, mobile homes, host families... Meals are not included in the program, but can be prepared on site. Food sharing between volunteers is the usual rule. Terms of participation • Be between 18 and 30 years old • Have a basic knowledge of French • Be in good physical health and motivated • Love nature and the countryside • Be a European citizen or be able to get a “visa waiver” that allows a stay in France • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : return transfers (from closest airport/trainstation) • screening process and placement process • accommodation • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : return transportation • local transportation • meals • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport fees. NET FEES MORE INFO : [email protected] 14 2 weeks 490 € 4 weeks 650 € 6 weeks 810 € 8 weeks 970 € 10 weeks 1.130 € 12 weeks 1.290 € social volunteering france AGE : 18 to 50 years old DURATION : Volunteer holiday leader : 10 to 15 days Volunteer coordinator : 1 month PERIOD : Volunteer holiday leader : mid May to mid September Volunteer coordinator : July or August Program Spend a few weeks in France by helping vulnerable elderly people and make your time abroad a useful one. Sometimes it’s the little things that count – a nice smile, a cup of tea, a trip to the shops.. and you brighten someone’s day ! The program offers a unique opportunity to work as a volunteer in a not for profit organization for senior citizens. The program is meant to bridge a gap between generations and enable socially isolated people of 50 years old and over, with low income, to maintain a social network. Some are mobility-impaired people (in a wheelchair). Volunteers who like spending time with others, could make a huge difference to someone’s life ! 2 options • Volunteer holiday leader : You will be part of a volunteer team (one elderly person for one volunteer) and you will spend 10 to 15 days in a holiday residence (seaside, mountains, countryside) with a group of 10 to 20 people. You will take part in the activities and visits and help around the participants for meals and daily tasks (doing the dishes, pushing a wheelchair…). • Volunteer coordinator in a major French city : You will spend 1 month in Paris, Toulouse, Marseille, Lille…Your work involves spending a couple of hours with isolated people to cheer up their day or take them on an outing, keeping them company for a few hours in their home, helping with practical tasks like shopping and basic cooking…This will be carried out under the supervision and help of a permanent team from the local organization. Accommodation & meals Volunteer holiday leader : volunteers wil stay in the same holiday residence as the elderly people. They will share a room and bath room with other volunteers. All meals are included. Volunteer coordinator : volunteers will stay in an indiviudal room on a university campus or in a small appartment in a major city. Food vouchers are included for lunch. Breakfast and diner are to be organised by the volunteer. There are shared kitchen facilities. Terms of participation • Be between 18 and 30 years old • Have an intermediate knowledge of French • Be in good physical health, helpful and highly motivated • Have good communication skills, be flexible, considerate and patient • Be a European citizen or be able to get a “visa waiver” that allows a stay in France • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : screening process and placement process • accommodation & meals as described • local transport • international transport can be refunded up to 150 euros • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : return transportation • local transportation • some meals • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport fees. NET FEES 15 Volunteer Holiday leader (10 to 15 days) 490 € Volunteer Coordinator in a major city (1 month) 650 € MORE INFO : [email protected] camp counselor italy AGE : 20 to 30 years old DURATION : 2 to 4 weeks PERIOD : June-July Program Get the opportunity to learn about the Italian culture by working in a summer camp in the historical city of Torino or in the wonderful mountains of Piedmont. The camp counselors will arrange fun language activities for children/teenagers and they will teach simple things in English by spending time together playing and talking. The camps arrange sport activities with specific sport leaders. While the camp counselors are there to improve the children’s language skills they do not need to be sport trainers, but just assist during the sport activities. The camp counselor program is open only to native English speakers. Accommodation / meals / duration Participants will be in a residential camp in the mountains or in a hotel. Both the residential camp and the day camp will provide full board and double room accommodation (sharing with other camp counselors/WEP leaders/sport leaders according to their sex). The programs are available in June/July. Terms of participation • Be minimum 20 years old • Be a native English speaker • Be a graduate or currently enrolled in Higher Education/University, preferable in an education-related field but not compulsory • Be active, love staying with children and love outdoor activities • Relevant experience is a bonus • Be a European citizen or be able to get a “visa waiver” that allows a stay in Italy for 3 months • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : screening process and placement process • accommodation & meals as described • transfer from the nearest airport to the camp • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance • passport and visa fees. NET FEES 2 weeks free of charge 3 weeks free of charge 4 weeks free of charge for agents only MORE INFO : [email protected] 16 Internship france / belgium AGE : 19 to 30 years old DURATION : 1 to 6 months PERIOD : all year round Program If tertiary students are looking for an internship in France or in Belgium, WEP can organize it for them. In Belgium, the program is also available for university graduates. An internship (unpaid) is provided that matches the professional field related to participant’s studies. Participants will develop their professional and language skills while they gain an insight into the local working environment and specific culture. Accommodation & meals For France only : Accommodation is not included in the cost of the program, but it can be organized in a homestay family (with half board during the week and full board on the weekends). The cost of a homestay is 600 € / month. participants need to be currently enrolled in Higher Education and looking for an internship related to their studies (mandatory internship agreement approved by the school/university). Participants outside European Union can be accepted. Terms of participation Financial terms • Be between 19 and 30 years old • Be a European citizen (for Belgium only) • Have a high intermediate knowledge of French • Completion of a minimum of 1 year of Higher Education • Be looking for an internship related to your studies • Introduce full application at least 6 months in advance • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Included : internship search and placement process • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • accommodation and meals (can be organized by WEP) • travel insurance • personal expenses. 17 FRANCE net fees BELGIUM net fees 1 month 560 € 560 € 2 months 630 € 630 € 3 months 700 € 700 € 4 months 770 € 770 € 5 months 840 € 840 € 6 months 910 € 910 € MORE INFO : [email protected] Work Experience in Hospitality france / belgium / italy AGE : 19 to 30 years old DURATION : 1 to 3 months PERIOD : all year round FRANCE Program WEP offers participants the opportunity of work experience in the French hospitality field. They have the choice between a placement in hotels/ restaurants or camping sites. As interns they may work at the reception desk, in the restaurant/dining area or in housekeeping/gardening (max. 35h/week). The hotel provides interns with accommodation, full board and laundry service. The campsites provide interns with accommodation and laundry service but no food. If the participant chooses a 2 or 3 months program, he gets a monthly allowance (+/- 400 € per month). Terms of participation • Be between 19 and 30 years old • Have a good knowledge of French • Be extremely motivated • Be a hospitality student and looking for an internship in this field (mandatory internship agreement approved by the school) • Have previous work experience in hospitality • Participants outside European Union can be accepted. • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : research and placement with a hotel or campsite • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance. NET FEES 1 month 490 € 2 months 560 € 3 months 630 € MORE INFO INFO :: [email protected] [email protected] MORE 18 sample placement : Work placement / tasks A nice family hotel, facing the fishing port in Lorient (Brittany). 27 bedrooms with TV and WIFI access. The restaurant is famous for shells and fish dishes. Various tasks at the hotel and restaurant : serving breakfast, reception desk, room cleaning… Dates and duration 3 months (July, August, September) 35 hours/week, 2 days off per week, 436,05 euros monthly allowance. Accommodation / meals / laundry Bedroom at the hotel. Must be kept clean and tidy, will be checked on arrival and departure. Smoking is forbidden in the flat. Sheets and towels are provided and washed by the hotel. 3 meals are provided, even on off days. italy BELGIUM Program Participants get to improve their French skills while they gain valuable experience in the hospitality field. In Belgium participants don’t need to be currently enrolled in hospitality studies. As interns they may work at the reception desk, in the restaurant or in housekeeping (max. 38h/ week). The hotel provides interns with accommodation, full board and laundry service. Participants earn between 150 and 200 € / month and will gain great professional experience ! Terms of participation • Be between 19 and 30 years old • Have a good knowledge of French • Be extremely motivated • Have previous work experience in hospitality • Be a European citizen • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : research and placement with a hotel • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : transfer • return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • travel insurance. Program This program offers participants the opportunity of work experience in the Italian hospitality field. As interns they may work at the reception desk, in the restaurant or the bar (40h/week). In exchange for their work the hotel provides participants with accommodation and full board. Participants will have 2 days off per week. If participants work at the restaurant or bar and serve food or beverages, they will have to complete a four hour course. The course will be at at the participant’s own expense (+/- 50 €). Terms of participation • Be between 19 and 30 years old • Have a good knowledge of Italian (a language test will be conducted over the phone with WEP) • Be extremely motivated • Have previous work experience in hospitality • Be a European citizen • Have travel insurance covering sickness, accidents, repatriation and third party liability Financial terms Included : search and placement with a company • accommodation and meals as described • local assistance • administrative fees • various taxes. Not included : return transportation • local transportation • personal expenses • food handling course if needed • travel insurance. NET FEES NET FEES 1 month 490 € 1 month 490 € 2 months 560 € 2 months 560 € 3 months 630 € 3 months 630 € 19 MORE INFO : [email protected] Learn and discover the world! “ It has been a great experien ce working with WEP for the last 10 years. My students have returned full of fa ily and cultur al richness from mFrance, Belgium and It aly and each on e of them has expressed their gratitud e for such an opportunit y. WEP is cont ributing to promote love and understa nding between cultures . We have full confidence in WEP’s choi ce of host fam ilies and the coordinator’s ability to supp ort them in this experience , thanks WEP” Celine Olvero (Intercambios – Mexico) / PA RT NER of our “WEP has risen to become one WEP the of All s. tner most trusted par and l iona fess pro y ver a e offices hav to find. caring attitude that is difficult always to es selv They have shown them ents stud r thei for mile a go that extr and host families alike.” Tal Stanecky (ISE – USA) / PARTNER WEP International Avenue de Jette 26, 1081 Brussels, Belgium +32 2 534 53 50 (tel.) [email protected] WEP VIDEOS youtube.com/WEPor g www.wepinternational.org