ELI works with organizations in Nepal to provide internships designed to give participants valuable work experience. Interns gain important competencies working in businesses and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) abroad.  This international experience and the opportunity it provides to develop cross-cultural communication skills give a valuable edge when applying for jobs or graduate school.  

Our partner organizations work tirelessly for the promotion of gender justice, non-discriminatory and rights-based behaviors and practices. Among the thousands of individuals who are trafficked across Nepal’s borders every year, the majority is women and children. It is estimated that Nepali women aged 15-30 make up 2.8% of the women in Indian brothels, and the numbers are sharply rising.  These placements are open to advanced students or volunteers with significant NGO experience who are motivated and do not require a lot of supervision. The minimum time commitment is one month.  Participants in this program often assist with research and reports and assist with grassroots projects as needed.  Click here to view a photo journal from a previous participant.

What is Included?

• Pre-departure information
• Pick up from the airport in Kathmandu
• Orientation and welcome pack
• Volunteer Position
• Accommodation
• Two meals a day
• 24/7 emergency service

What's Not Included?

• Round-trip Airfare
• Return trip to Airport
• Required Travel and Medical Insurance
• Visa Fees

No specific skills or qualifications are required except the volunteer should have good communication skills. 

Housing: Participants live in the volunteer house a short way from Thamel.  Bedrooms are shared when the house is at capacity, and there are solar panels that usually provide hot water.  The coordinator and his family live on-site, and breakfast and dinner are provided daily.

Application process online. To apply please click on the link http://www.eliabroad.org/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=790

Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is not included in the program fee. We prefer to let participants decide what kind of coverage they need.