Volunteers bring a fresh outlook and voice to the international students and support the language and cultural activities of the ELI and Syracuse University as a whole. Working with people enhances your communication and leadership skills. You are exposed to different cultures, value systems, and methods of communication. You learn about international students and their countries. You should be reliable and punctual.
Students depend on volunteers to show up as scheduled for each of the planned activities.
You should have a keen interest in international students and different cultures. For Conversation Groups Native speakers are preferred because they act as language and cultural models for ELI students. A good knowledge of Syracuse and surrounding areas is helpful. For Generating Documents Solid writing and computer skills. Ability to meet deadlines.