Everybody knows me. I need to travel. So now its time for some advice- and I need it quick. Two things: Spring Break and summer:
SPRING BREAK: Ireland. Jillian will be there- so why not me? I found a ticket round trip for $654... should I get it, or wait and see if something better comes along. There have been talks of cheap trans-atlantic flights- so I can't decide whether to hold out or take the bait now...
SUMMER: I can't decide what to do next summer. I either want to volunteer, intern, work (boring) or travel (exciting).... so here are my thoughts so far. I'd love some suggestions if anyone hears of any cool opportunities:
~ TEFL certification: Teaching english as a foreign language. It's a one month certification course- to be taken preferably in a Spanish speaking country (a good reason to return to Costa Rica and visit my host family). This could be good for all kinds of stuff, from bumming around the world to working with ESL kids in KC...
~ Intern: I found anything specific but I've got some in mind. Anyone who hears of interns needed for anything from social justice, immigrant work, fair trade, or general semi-biligual abilities should let me know-
~Amigos de Las Americas project supervisor: The deadline was extended until December 1st. So if I get my act together I could potentially lead a bunch of terrified 16 year olds into a Latin American community, drop them off at a doorstep, leave... and check up on them every week. Benefits: FREE travel, resume booster etc; but I don't actually get a host family etc...
~Work/school/volunteer: I could stay in KC and work my butt off- volunteer with some cool establishment, and maybe take a class or two to keep myself from getting crazy bored... boring. but I could use the cash after this semester...
Thats all for now. Your advice would be greatly appreciated!
13 years ago
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My thoughts:
Yes, go to Ireland....you'll miss me in England (my break is 3/13-4/20), but you can see Jillian! $654 is probably the best you'll find...airfare during spring break is ridiculous! Plus, you'd be in Ireland for St. Patrick's day, right?
This summer...do something cool (and preferably get paid for it)...it's our last 'real' summer--ever. I vote for either the Amigos project supervisor or the TEFL certification. Doing Amigos shows that you've got commitment to some organization and TEFL could be useful in the future...
but of course, we can talk more about this when we're both back in the US! Which is when, by the way?
Hasta pronta, mi amiga!
I'm definitely in favor of you visitandoing me (how's that for espanglicimos) over Spring Break.
As far as summer goes, I see pros for all of them. If you find out about any awesome internships along those lines, please let me know, I'll nab it if you pass it by. I know that you have been considering the TEFL certification for a while, and I could see your tropical desires flowing again within six months. Also, with that, let me know, I think I'd be interested in it too!
Damn, I'm such a moocher, I totally take advantage of you doing all of the research!!! All the same, let me know! ; P
I love you!
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