Who can apply for a gap-year placement, and when? what are the four benefits of a gap-year placement mentioned in the advertisement? what kind of work is available? do you get paid / have to pay? how do you apply? ^ want to change the world, or just want a change? whether you are still a student or already in work, a gap-year placement is a unique opportunity to broaden your horizons, enhance your cv and step back from your studies or career to decide what you want to do with your life. perhaps more importantly, a gap –year placement is the chance to do something concrete and tangible to help people in need in underprivileged areas of the world. placements are designed for people over 17 years of age, and run for six or nine months throughout the world. all placements begin with an intensive orientation course to help you find your feet; for some countries, an optional ten-day intensive language course is recommended. participants work as volunteers in sectors such as education, conservation, medical support and care work. food and accommodation are provided, but participants pay their own travel costs.
