The goal of the project placement process is to find the best match between a volunteer's strengths and skills, and a project's needs and requirements. Placement is determined during, not prior to, orientation . Overseas assignments may take longer to confirm and can change due to financial or political circumstances. Not all projects listed are available at the time you are oriented .
Overseas assignments are available for U.S. and Canadian citizens only.
During orientation, project files with background materials are available to assist with selecting placements. Volunteers have the responsibility of considering their skills, interests, and goals and identifying several project preferences. The volunteers meet with BVS staff during orientation to discuss their project choices. The Director of BVS, along with the orientation staff, will talk with volunteers to determine whether their qualifications match the needs of the project. Staff responsible for international placements will interview the volunteer.