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COOP and Internship

Name: COOP and Internship
Brand: Armenian Volunteer Corps (AVC)
SKU: 38716
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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Location

Armenia

Project Types

Arts Business Childcare Community Development Service Learning Conservation Renewable Energy Education Computer Literacy Health Medical Human Rights Women's Rights Professional Development Veterinary Service +5

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Program Details

Language

English

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Apartment Host Family

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There is no application/registration fee

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2021

Last Reviewed: Sep 12, 2013

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About Program

Armenian Volunteer Corps (AVC) works with over 1000 placement partners all over Armenia. All the positions are available year-round. The variety of sectors and organizations includes: business, education, environmental sciences, arts and culture, finance, health, governmental and non-governmental agencies and many more.

In addition to placements, AVC provides all logistical support. From airport pick-up to living arrangements with host-families, Armenian language classes, and more.

The AVC experience is unique. You decide your start date as well as the duration of your service, for a term ranging from one month to one year. We match your skills and interests to companies, non-profits and institutions looking for help. AVC accepts applications and participants on a rolling basis throughout the year.

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Make a life-time memories with other volunteers

Interesting employment opportunities with AVC

Cooperate with the leader organizations in Armenia

Make new friends and travel all over Armenia

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The four months I spent volunteering in Yerevan changed the direction of my life. It opened up new doors and created new opportunities. It changed my perspective on life and what is important to me.

I volunteered with two different organizations. An after school group and an orphanage. Both positions offered more than I gave. I was able to maintain an ongoing relationship with both groups for over ten years.

Challenges. Remember to be patient. Listen first before you speak. It is a different culture.

Armenia offers many western conveniences and luxuries, but manages to be significantly cheaper. After spending multiple months in Yerevan, I have never had a safety/security issue.

What would you improve about this program?

At times, AVC could be more timely and responsive.

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About Armenian Volunteer Corps (AVC)

Armenian Volunteer Corps – AVC – is the brainchild of a former Peace Corps volunteer who served in Armenia for two years. After falling in love with long-term community service and with Armenia, he set out to create an independent organization that would make volunteering in Armenia possible for all through affordable, safe, and fulfilling service...