Next Information & Selection Events

We run a number of selection events throughout the year.  Please » Signup to our mailing list for future selection event updates if you’d like to be kept up-to-date about future dates.

Unless otherwise stated, selection events are open to anyone interested in either long-term (3-12 month) English teaching or Language assistant projects (India / Sri Lanka / Thailand or short-term (4-6 week) Summer volunteer projects (Thailand / Sri Lanka).  All applications welcome…

Our main set of events for 2012 selection have now passed until the Autumn however we may be able to arrange an individual interview for you so please get in touch – enquiries@vesl.org

 

When is the deadline?

No time is too early to apply!

3 – 12 Month Projects

If you’re applying for a longer-term 3 – 12 month project then you should still apply as early as possible, however, you should give us a minimum of two / three months lead time to process visas and arrange a training event.

4-6 Week Projects

If you’re applying for a short-term 4-6 week project to start in Jun/Jul/Aug then your absolute deadline would be to attend a selection event no later than March/April in order to give us enough time to process visa applications and for you to attend your training event.

If in doubt – simply apply, note your ideal start date, and we’ll discuss your options with you.

The deadline for a selection event is usually 2 days before it is scheduled.

We have a rolling selection process which is open throughout the year, however, we need to receive your application asap in order to review it and send you an invite to our next selection event so please apply early to avoid disappointment

Attend an event in ASAP to give yourself as much time to fundraise as possible!

Why must I be interviewed?

A selection event is an excellent opportunity for you to get to know VESL and find out if we are the right organisation for you. It also gives you a chance to ask any questions you might have about volunteering overseas.

For us, it is an invaluable opportunity to meet you and make sure we can match you to a project that we know you will be able to make a difference in and that you will enjoy.

The project / volunteer matching process is extremely important and the success of your placement depends on it.  It is essential the VESL team get to know you before making these important decisions.

We are aware that it takes time and effort to attend a selection event, however, it is well worth it in the long run…

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You might like to read through the full set of FAQ posts or read some Interviews with past volunteers and check out our volunteer feedback section…

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