University of Leeds
Funding Support Available from the Global Opportunities Department at the University of Leeds
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 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.
- Project costs from £1,895. Flights not included.
- Apply for university funding up to £2,000 via the Turing Scheme.
Join a Discovery Session 
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Tues, Feb 13th, 5pm – 6pm, University of Leeds, Wharfedale Room, Dales Building, Careers Centre
Open Online Session, Every Monday at 5pm, (Register Here)
Limited funding is available from the Global Opportunities department at the University of Leeds via the UK Government’s Turing Scheme.
- Financial support is £1,950 per student for those from ‘widening participation’ or ‘under-represented’ backgrounds (URB).
- Students must complete a university funding application form, so that the Global Opportunities department can check their ‘eligibility status’.
- URB students will be prioritised during selection but are not guaranteed to secure funding.
- Students can join a 4-week project in Fiji or Bali between June – August 2024.
- Any student can apply to join a Think Pacific project and self-fund.
Application Proces
- Apply online to Think Pacific, before 20th Feb 2024.
- Arrange a call with Think Pacific.
- Complete a university funding application form, before 26th Feb 2024
- Funding status will be shared in March 2024
- Confirm your place with Think Pacific
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.
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
