Teaching internship & TEFL Certification (Thailand, Vietnam, Europe, China, India)

I had the best 2 months in China on a cultural exchange program, teaching children English and travelling around. I met people who I hope to keep in contact with, and I hope to return again soon. Gotoco was helpful throughout and made me feel supported in such a new and scary experience. I felt supported in China and I know if I had any problems when applying for future jobs, I could go to them for advice or support. The end of program trip arranged by Gotoco was great- we hiked, climbing up and swam in a waterfall and did a cooking class! Thanks Gotoco!

I took part in Gotoco's 2-month programme in Vietnam and it was an amazing experience. It was an incredibly unique opportunity, being able to travel and explore a whole new country while gaining professional experience. The staff were very supportive and helpful throughout my experience as well.

Teaching English was something I was initially nervous about, however, was very enjoyable and helped develop my confidence and communication skills. Additionally, the experience showed how rewarding teaching can be.

If you are someone who likes to try new things, explore the world and want to help kids in rural communities then I highly recommend this opportunity.

I did the 8-week rural Thailand programme and it was an amazing experience. I met so many wonderful people and learnt so many skills that I will take forward. The programme has given me a lot more travel independence and I am so grateful for the opportunity. I was placed in a school in the north of Thailand and it was such a beautiful location. Everyone at the school was so lovely and I had such a positive experience. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to teach and travel and the fully-funded nature of this programme is amazing.

Amazing experience, I would definitely recommend if you are someone who wants to get out of your comfort zone, improve your teaching skills, meet new people and get a true insight into a different culture. I went for two months and managed to also do some travelling in between, going to places such as Chiang mai and sukothai as well as Ko tao after the programme ended. We met lovely people and have made connections with our students and other gotocoers and memories with them that we will hold with us forever.

Amazing, I made friends for life and explored thailand. I did the 6 week project and the total trip was 8 weeks. There is also an orientation week at the start and an end of trip beach holiday at the end. I applied with a friend and they were fine with placing us together. The school was lovely and accommodating as we were given a host who was take good care of us. The host also took us on many weekend trips. The only thing to note is that their team are very slow with communication. Would recommend.

I would recommend this once in a life time experience to teach in rural thailand with GOTOCO a fully funded teaching abroad experience. Before GOTOCO I didn’t even know it was possible to go abroad and teach english to children for free. You get a chance to make a bond with people you would have never had a chance to meet and experience things you never would have saw if you had just visited the country just for travel purposes. You gain so much cultural capital by being out there and joining in on different cultural actives and learning a some Thai words.

My experience with Gotoco is greatest experience I have had abroad I was put into a summer camp in Yangshou an area in Chine where I would go out and do many activities with the students. we would get a new group of kids every week ranging from 8 to 13. This experience would not of been possible and been so easy and relaxing if not for Gotoco they had people to help me at any point during the day and there TEFL training is great it runs thought all the way to to teach and how to change your teaching style and how to be a better teacher.

I had a wonderful time with GoToCo, as I was able to meet some amazing people from across not only the UK, but the world. My experience with a host family was incredible, and they provided an unforgettable cultural exchange experience. The school was super fun and whilst stressful and tiring, I thoroughly enjoyed teaching my class and by the end, felt very sad to be leaving. I would recommend this programme to anybody looking to step out their comfort zone a bit, especially if you are considering a career in teaching!