Program Details
Dates:
Winter/Spring: Jan 23 – April 17
Summer: May 28 – August 21
Fall: Sep 17 – Dec 11
Cost: $6650 USD
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MORE 2020 PROGRAMS
Summer: May 28 – August 21
Fall: Sep 17 – Dec 11
Cost: $6650 USD
RICH HISTORY | MAJESTIC CULTURE
Our Thailand program hosts cohorts of up to 20 from around the world who are looking to challenge norms, push boundaries, and do things a little differently, all while developing essential skills and building global relationships. This program is well-suited for students looking to immerse themselves in a uniquely tropical and laid-back culture while learning what it takes to collaborate in a globalized world. As a participant in our Thailand program, you will meet, interact with, and learn from local changemakers, all while living in Chiang Mai, Thailand’s cultural epicentre.
How it works
Though it might sound complex, our programming is straightforward. We host students in our safe and centrally located guest house while they
- Intern with a locally-led organization
- Earn credits taking courses at Chiang Mai University
- experience Thailand’s stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures, within our cultural experiences, as well as on your own.
The program runs for 12 weeks, is available during winter/spring, summer and fall terms, and is open to current students, recent graduates, or those with a bit of experience but may be looking for a career change.
Program Details
Learn everything there is to know below.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Accommodations
Program participants are hosted in safe and centrally located housing that is maintained by Insight in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Internship
Through Insight's network of partnerships, students will intern 4 days a week with an NGO or social enterprise, relevant to their interests and career goals.
In-country Support
Insight staff are present in-country to lead student orientation, run workshops, and provide support to students.
Self-Determined Experiences
Program participants are free to spend their evenings, weekends and the mid-semester break however they choose. Go explore the islands in the south of Thailand, visit an elephant sanctuary, experience jungle trekking!
Cultural Immersion
Located in the heart of Chiang Mai, the largest city in Northern Thailand, program participants will experience firsthand a totally new culture.
Accredited Classes
At Chiang Mai University, students will take 2 university accredited courses during the semester with a focus on human rights, humanitarian affairs and ethnic conflict. These credits can transfer to your home university.
THE INTERNSHIP
Partake in a 12-week long internship and gain international work experience with an organization based within your field of interest. Students will be spending 5 days a week working at their respective internships, with weekends off to explore Thailand.
We currently work with partner organizations that span a wide range of sectors, including:
- Education and Child Protection
- Health
- Human Rights and Refugee Issues
- Gender and Economic Empowerment
- Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Driven Business
We’re constantly adding new partners, so if you seek a specific kind of internship, please feel free to let us know when you apply.
Not sure where you want to intern? Not to worry; after you’ve been accepted into the program, our team of program coordinator swill work with you one-on-one to determine a good fit.
Study PDF
INTERN PDF
Travel PDF
A Commitment To Safety & Quality
At Insight, our priority is to create a unique travel program for students that balances risk with positive life-changing experiences. All of our programs undergo a thorough and comprehensive risk assessment before every departure.
Additionally, our onsite staff are experienced travelers, well versed in the intricacies of living and working in developing nations and fully equipped to handle any obstacles that may arise.