Sheffield Hallam University
With Funding Available from Sheffield Hallam University
Are you looking to make the most of your university summer? Join a team, live at the heart of a traditional village and work on projects that will leave a lasting impact on your future.
Challenge yourself with a team of like-minded students, whilst gaining extraordinary international experience, developing unique skills and making a real contribution to initiatives that are achieving ground-breaking results through inspiring partnerships.
Whether you are looking to enhance your university degree or embark on a meaningful adventure – our projects are ideal for students looking to expand their horizons and bridge the gap between university and graduate employment.
- Award-winning volunteering and internships, since 2009.
- 1-Month or 16-Day Projects in Fiji & Bali
- Support the achievement of the UN SDGs
- Work on behalf of exclusive partners, such as the Fijian Government
- Complete cultural immersion in a traditional village.
- Work on Business, Youth, Build, Mental Health or Sport initiatives.
- Develop employability skills, meet like-minded people and contribution to sustainable development.
- Project includes; food, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support, weekend adventures, domestic travel, and charity donation. (Flights not included).
- Project costs from £1,895.
- Apply for university funding up to £2,000
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Sheffield Hallam University, Location, Thursday, Nov 2nd, 5pm – 6pm (Register Here)
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- Financial support ranges from £480-£2000+ per person.
- The level of funding depends on the participant’s circumstances, including household income.
- If you have any funding questions, please contact the university’s global team.
- Different amount of funding is allocated to each department (see details below)
Application Process
- Apply online to Think Pacific, before 10th December.
- Arrange an online interview with a Think Pacific team member.
- Apply to SHU Global for funding via: j.mcelvaney@shu.ac.uk
- Confirm your place with Think Pacific.
These opportunities are available to all students currently on a sport-related degree route and will be particularly valuable if you are considering a career in one or more of the following disciplines: Sport Development, Sport Coaching, Physical Education and School Sport, Sport Business Management, Physical Activity and Health.
For those participating in the programme as their international work placement, we recommend the following project:
Sports Projects in Fiji:
- 27 May 24 June 2023
If you have any placement questions, please contact Chris Cutforth for further information via: C.Cutforth@shu.ac.uk
There’s funding available for x5 students studying a degree within the Department of Built Environment and we recommend the following projects:
Build Projects in Fiji:
- 26th May – 23rd June 2024
- 8th June – 5th July2024
- 30th June – 27th July 2024
- 27th July – 23rd August2024
There’s funding available for x20 students studying a degree within the Department of Psychology, Sociology & Politics.
For those participating in the programme as their international work placement, we recommend the following projects:
Mental Health Project in Fiji:
- 5th June – 2nd July 2024
- 11th July – 7th August 2024
Mental Health Placement in Bali:
- 27th May – 23rd June 2024
- 17th June – 14th July 2024
- 8th July – 4th August 2024
- 29th July – 25th August 2024
In today’s multicultural society, it’s hugely beneficial to travel and experience life in another country and culture before settling into a career. No amount of time in the classroom can replace hands-on, active learning. Our aim is for every student to complete their project with a set of experiences and transferable skills, which can profoundly improve their future:
- Gain 100 + hours of international work experience.
- Boost cultural IQ & enhance global perspectives.
- Activate global citizenship & broaden horizons.
- Contribute towards sustainable development, on behalf of our partners.
- Increase your leadership skills through collaborative work.
- Job references, certificate of completion, and LinkedIn endorsement.
- Potential employment opportunities via Think Pacific graduate scheme.
Collaboration + Culture + Challenge = Extraordinary Personal Development
Become a member of a Fijian family and work within a team whilst contributing to sustainable development initiatives that support the achievement of the Fiji National Development Plan.
Our projects in Fiji are truly unique. They take place in rural communities which are a world away from the usual crowds and the average volunteer projects. The villages in Fiji are only accessible upon invitation by the chief only, which means you can sample a way of life that few people will ever be fortunate enough to see.
Our projects in Bali offer you the opportunity to supercharge your CV by completing a professional internship or placement for our inspiring partners, which includes a collection of hand-picked local NGOs, businesses and social enterprises.
Whilst living in a traditional Balinese village and immersing into the local culture, you can promote positive Mental Health or complete an internship for partners across a range of sectors.
