YCOLead3rs: Intercultural Experiences in Colombia

• Learning about Colombian cultures
• Practicing and consolidating the Spanish language ​
• Getting to know new life styles while making new friends and life experiences.
• Opportunities to sightsee in Colombia with the support of regional YMCAs
• If placed at a school or university, the stipend ranges between $500 - $600 USD per month and that allows participants to cover their room & board costs in Colombia.

• Men and women from 21 to 40 years of age
• Native speaker or certified C1 level in English. In no case, can the applicant be a Spanish speaking native.
• Spanish speaking not required.
• Excellent Heath
• Enthusiastic, dynam.ic and understanding people that understand the challenge of an international experience.
• Graduated from a higher education institution preferred.

For more information, contact us

The application and supporting documents can be sent to the Inbound Programs Coordinator, Kiara Mendez, at kmendez@ymcacolombia.org

Fill out the entire Application Form (with the Front face picture attached) and add the following documents:

Three academic or working references. Under no circumstance can the references be from family or friends. Contact three (3) people that know you professionally to submit a reference for you through this link: https://goo.gl/forms/3lzyAx3IzxWuSQzu1

Legal background certificate or equivalent

A copy of the passport

Optional: One minute application video is recommended

After First Interview: Receipt for $400 USD (six-month program) or $600 USD (one- year program) for program administration fee in Colombia.

After Second Interview: International Health Insurance, V Visa, International Flight and National ID (Additional Costs)Note: 90% of the administration fee will be refunded in case of visa denial, and there will be no re-fund if it is the student who declines his/her participation in the program.