Studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, Alex came to Bangalore to gain some hands-on experience in dealing with India’s vibrant economy, while lending a helping hand to the less fortunate. As his auto-rickshaw leaves the richer part of Bangalore, Alex points out the slums he passes every day on his […]
Life In India So Far by Sven van Mourik
One of the interns I interviewed for Leave UR Mark last week told me that he used to be able to visualize everything he was going to do in life. The only exception to that, he said, was his work in India, which he could never really picture himself doing until he was actually in […]
Marketing in India’s Growing Economy: by Sven van Mourik
Johanna K. went to Bangalore to intern abroad in marketing and event management for some hands on work experience. Back at home in Germany, she studies English and American culture and business at the university of Kassel, but her side study in marketing led her to take full advantage of Bangalore’s IT sector: “I was looking […]
Teaching Healthcare to Street Children: by Sven van Mourik
Erin and Henry came to India together, having been friends for a long time, even though their motivations to work for Leave UR Mark were different. Erin made the long journey mostly because she wanted to do meaningful work in a developing country: “I’m studying nursing at the University of Akron, in Ohio. I came […]
4 Day Trips Not To Miss While In Bangalore: by Sven van Mourik
While volunteering and interning abroad, it is important to treat every day like an adventure. This is a list of 4 day trips that all Leave UR Mark participants should not miss on their off time from work! I – Mysore Chamundeshwari Temple Because of its splendid temples and sights, the area around Mysore easily […]
Volunteering in India with Women
Volunteering in India with Women Isaac is from Traverse City, Michigan and is a student of International Relations at Wheaton College in Illinois. As part of his degree he was required to gain some international experience and complete a period of internship. This was Isaac’s first time in India and his first volunteer placement abroad. […]
What a Psychology Internship in India is all about…
Elena Young Age: 22 Country: USA Placement: Psychology Leaving her mark at: A school for children with disabilities After completing a degree in psychology from the University of Miami, Elena was looking for an opportunity to get some work experience abroad. She was looking to gain more work experience while making a difference in a different […]
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