The goals of the program are to provide agricultural experience, promote cultural understanding and encourage the study of a foreign language. Programs are in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Holland, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland and New Zealand. Participants live and work with a host family or business. Typical placements are with dairy farms, horticultural businesses, sheep farms, veterinarians and seed companies. The programs last from 3 to 13 months.
Trainees receive room, board, and a stipend from the host family.
Covered expenses are airfare, insurance, administrative costs and transportation to the host family. Departures for Europe are in April and June. For Australia, New Zealand and Brazil, departure are in April and September or October. Often volunteer assignments provide room and board but not transportation or personal expenses. Workcamps - Apply through CIEE for opportunities in Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America.