Teaching English in Italy

  Italy

• Florence: 
Florence

Term: Throughout the year 

Description: Join World Endeavors in Florence, Italy for an opportunity for language and cultural learning as well as a personal and professional growth. International internships are a way for a student or recent graduate to build their credentials and set themselves apart from prospective job candidates. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind internship that offers professional experience in the heart of Italy, this program is for you.

English is considered the international language of business and is of primary importance in Italy. Native or fluent English speakers with or without formal teaching experience can intern as a teacher of English as a second language to children and/or adults.

Highlights: Throughout the course of your internship, you will find ample opportunities to experience the authentic Italian life. You will discover the vibrant culture of Florence and the greater Tuscan region through optional weekly social events and weekend excursions. These excursions are organized to visit country villas and wineries as well as to other Italian cities. You will meet many people and make friends from all over the world.

Many activities are organized to give you the chance to meet people, make friends, practice your Italian, and learn more about the Italian culture. There is a chance for:

    * Optional weekend excursions to other Italian cities and to country villas and wineries.
    * Weekly visits to monuments/museums and seminars.
    * Lunches, dinners, and parties at characteristic Florentine restaurants.
    * Trips to the theatre for concerts and opera.
    * Visits to artisan workshops to witness the Florentine craftsmanship of leather, jewelry, ceramics, and pottery.
    * Sports: organized games of soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball.
    * Monthly student recitals and concerts

Qualifications: TOEFL or ESL training and certification is helpful but not a requirement to participate.

No prior Italian language knowledge is required. However, for interns who can speak Italian, an assessment exam will be provided to determine the appropriate placement in language classes. Interviews will be conducted after arrival in Florence.

Cost in US$: Participants in an international internship program of 3 months or longer with start dates between May - August 2009 are eligible for a scholarship of 250. Please see our website for details

Not Included:
-Textbooks

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume

World Endeavors's Mission Statement: World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.