Reflections from Rebecca Addy from the UK who interned abroad with us this summer. So this is my second day in India (Sunday). The journey to india was long, but not too boring as I watched several films and spoke to an Australian girl most of the way to Abu Dhabi. On arrival, my driver […]
Non Profit Volunteering in India
Reflections from Martina from Canada who volunteered abroad in India with Leave UR Mark in May of 2014. The Sustainable Livelihoods Program – at the Center This program is focused on skills training for local women in Bangalore, with the goal of creating a sustainable livelihood and creating economic stability. They learn important skills like […]
Sunday Activities with Leave UR Mark
What’s the best way to spend a Sunday afternoon with Leave UR Mark? We think it’s cooking classes with an old Indian Aunty who is very knowledgeable about all types of regional cuisines. Check out a Youtube video that one of our volunteers made about learning Indian cooking during the weekends when you are not […]
Leave UR Mark Intern Testimonials
Here is a review of our intern Hannah who did a psychology and therapy project with us in India. Watch to find out more about what her “favorite day” in India was. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfR5-DhiEcg 000000
Considering Interning Abroad? Watch Sydney’s experience in India
We all get a little bit nervous before taking that leap of faith and signing up for an international internship in a different country. Many times we realize that our fears get squashed very easily once we arrive at our destination and can put away our anxieties in order to enjoy the experience. Here is […]
Psychology and Therapy Internship Abroad
In the coming weeks, Leave UR Mark will be featuring several videos from our interns who have been volunteering and interning their time India this summer. These videos are a great way for future interns and volunteers to learn about what they can expect when they go abroad to volunteer abroad in India. We hope […]
Cooking Abroad
Being in a new country during your internship or volunteer project abroad means experiencing local life in many different dimensions. The first of course is the aspect of your work that you will probably be involved in on a 9-5 basis. The second aspect are the weekend excursions you will plan for your free time. […]
How not to be a Volontourist
Definition: Voluntourism is the combination of volunteering and sightseeing, enabling travelers to not only visit the scenic highlights of a destination, but also to engage in a meaningful way with the people and/or the environment, by giving back in a hands-on way. In recent years, there has been a strong growth in the volunteer travel industry. […]
Physical Therapy Internship Abroad
Arti Patel, a biology major from Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City, New Jersey always wanted a chance to re-connect with her Indian heritage. Having visited India a few times several years back to be with family, Arti was ready to take on a more challenging opportunity in the field of Physical Therapy in Bangalore, […]
Psychology Internship Abroad
Name: Alex K. Age: 26 Country: USA Placement: Intern Leaving his mark at: An organization dedicated to therapy for children with autism While researching summer internship possibilities outside the US, Alex looked up the keywords ‘psychology’ and ‘therapy’ and found an opportunity which perfectly matched his interests via the Leave UR Mark website. […]
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