Eligibility

Requirements

  • Cambodian or Vietnamese citizenship
  • Pursuing a bachelor degree at a university or community college in Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, or Can Tho
  • Excellent oral and written English skills
  • Commitment to attend every Sarus training and orientation event, participate fully in the exchange program, and complete a community education project and independent research paper

Desired Experience

  • Proven experience of meeting deadlines
  • Interest or experience working with children, volunteering, and doing physical demanding tasks such as construction, hiking, and farming
  • Interest or experience cooking and cleaning
  • Video, photography, or graphic design skills

 Desired Personal Characteristics

  • Cultural adaptability
  • Curiosity and genuine love of learning
  • Flexibility, tolerance for ambiguity, and sense of humor
  • Sense of adventure and willingness to try new things
  • Strong leadership potential and proactive spirit
  • Strong social skills and self-awareness in complex social situations
  • Creativity