Youth for Understanding (YFU) is one of the world's largest, and most respected international exchange programs. YFU students gain skills and perspectives necessary to meet the challenges and opportunities faced in our fast-changing, global community. If you would like to make the first steps to a more peaceful world, contact us to see how you can become part of Youth for Understanding. There are positions available to suit whatever strength or talent you have to contribute. We have exciting opportunities in the Northeast District-sites located in New England, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and New Jersey. YFU is looking for enthusiastic individuals to develop a supportive mentoring relationship with a high school exchange student from another country. The International Student Volunteer/Mentor would: Check in on student and host family at least monthly Check in with student's school quarterly Help student to adjust to host family, American culture and school life Support student in resolving potential conflicts with host family and/or host siblings Respond to student/host family questions and concerns in a timely manner Notify YFU of any concerns or greater support issues, as we are always available to assist you!

Skills:

Enthusiasm for the international exchange experience

Maturity

Good Judgment

Flexibility

Great communication skills

Ability to work with adults and teens in a positive way

Willingness to learn and carry out YFU Policies and Procedures

Learn and use skills in active listening, problem solving and organization

A lively sense of humor is always an asset!

This opportunity is sponsored by: Youth For Understanding-Northeast District

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Adolescents (13-17) Youth

Evenings Weekdays Monthly Weekends Occasional Weekly

Adults (26-54) Large Group (11+) Adults (55+) Senior Citizens Corporate Groups Small Group (2-10) Families Unpaid Interns Individual Young Adults (18-25)

Advocacy & Human Rights Increasing Opportunities For Youth Children & Youth Literacy Community Development Mentoring Services Cultural Nonprofit Organization Education & Technology

Advocacy Public Relations / Outreach Arts / Culture Public Speaking Counseling / Information Support Special Events

Contact Person:
Theresa Nowak, District Coordinator Of Recruitment And Development, (phone), (email)

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Address:

2380 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 101 Cambridge, MA 02140 (See a map)

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Davis Square (Red Line),   Walk distance (in minutes): 10 min For maps or information, please see http://www.mbta.com

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Nationwide:

Available throughout all of the US

Miscellaneous Information

Does this opportunity serve youth in After-School programs?
	Yes
Is this opportunity available to family volunteers? (adults and children ages 12-17)?
	Yes
Is this opportunity a highly skilled volunteer opportunity?
	No
Is this opportunity available to youth ages 12-17, unaccompanied by an adult?
	No
Would this opportunity be appropriate for corporate groups?
	Yes
Please Choose an Impact Area
	Youth (Ages 6-17), Other