Peace Revolution Internship
Peace Revolution offers an internship at the Secretariat Office in Thailand. Our internships are targeted towards people between 18-30 years. The internship is an opportunity for people to work with a peace-based organization and gain knowledge and skills within the area of online teaching and learning, meditation and self-development, peace studies, cross-cultural communication and international networking.
The intern program has two main intake periods over the year.
- The first is January – March, incorporating the February Peace Conference and Meditation Retreat.
- The second is June – August, incorporating the June Buddhist Studies and Meditation Retreat.
Interning during other months may be possible. This can be negotiated with the selection committee on an individual basis.
Criteria for selection
Interns will be selected based on the selection committee’s judgement of best suitability to the following criteria:
- Successful completion of at least 30 days of the online Peace Revolution self-development program
- Passion for promoting world peace through inner peace
- Commitment to the Internship Program
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural and Buddhist environment
- Good grasp of English language, reading and writing skills
- Open-minded, friendly and cooperative
- Ability to maintain the five acts of self-discipline during the internship period (see important information below)
Each internship program runs for a minimum period of four weeks. It is possible to stay for longer periods of time depending on visa requirements. Exact length of stay will be negotiated with the selection committee on an individual basis. Interns will undertake fulltime work and be invited to partake in a simple lifestyle. Interns will work closely with the Peace Revolution team, gaining invaluable knowledge and skills for future employment.
Program Details
The internship involves working in the Peace Revolution headquarters. The intern will participate in the following kinds of activities:
- Regular meditation and Buddhist activities
- Assisting in planning and running various Peace Revolution events
- Researching and reviewing various aspects of the project
- Assisting in updating and designing online content for the project
- Assisting in co-ordinating communication with Peace Revolution’s worldwide network of peace rebels, peace coaches and stakeholders
- Other ad-hoc projects as required
Each intern will be asked to enter into a written agreement with Peace Revolution including expected hours of work, agreed behavior, duties and responsibilities of the intern and of Peace Revolution. Regular reviews and performance management meetings will be conducted each week of the internship with the internship supervisor.
If the intern has a specific interest around which they would like to base their internship this may be discussed with the selection committee on an individual basis. Peace Revolution is happy to accommodate specific internship projects where possible. We are particularly interested in interns with the following skills
- Web design
- Multimedia production
- Song writing
- Cartoon/illustration production
- Translation in languages other than English, especially Spanish, German, French, Chinese, Japanese
Food & Facilities
Peace Revolution will provide accommodation for the duration of the placement. Accommodation is within walking distance of the Peace Revolution offices.
Peace Revolution will provide two meals a day (breakfast and lunch) at the cafeteria. Alternatively a variety of cheap food options are available near to the accommodation where interns may purchase their own meals.
The office has wireless internet and the intern will be provided with a computer to use during their internship if they choose not to bring their own laptop.
Costs
The intern will be responsible for
- Their flights to Thailand (Limited grant funding is available on application)
- Visa costs
- Travel insurance (all interns must have valid travel/health insurance to cover the duration of their stay in Thailand) We recommend you arrange this with your local travel agent or for further information see www.bupa.co.th
- Any additional travel not directly related to the internship, for example travelling around Thailand for sightseeing or visiting neighboring countries. Peace Revolution will also provide some opportunity for sightseeing.
Important Information
Appropriate clothing
There are dress requirements for attending Buddhist activities and for working. It is a requirement of the internship that interns agree to be appropriately dressed.
These clothes should be loose, simple and comfortable, preferably in white or light colours with sleeves to the elbow or longer. Sleeveless shirts and shorts, see-through, or revealing clothing should not be worn to work.
During important ceremonies and spiritual event we recommend you wear formal white attire. Most Thai Buddhist people attending Sunday meditation will normally dress in formal white attire. The formal white attire can be purchased near the Peace Revolution office.
Benefits of undertaking an internship at Peace Revolution
There are many benefits of undertaking an internship at Peace Revolution. These include:
- Opportunity to engage in regular meditation practice to develop your mindfulness, patience, discipline and adaptability.
- You can work in a friendly, professional culture where interns can apply their talents and skills with the knowledge that they are making a real difference.
- We are a cross-cultural, inter-faith organization that provides the opportunity to interact with people from different cultures and faith backgrounds.
- We treat our volunteers and interns like regular staff members – this ensures that interns will be included in staff meetings and discussions, allowing them to see how Peace Revolution functions as an organization.
- Understanding the workings of a not-for profit, non-government organization operating in an international setting.
- This internship shows prospective employers that you are interested in making a difference in your world through community development and peace initiatives.
How to apply
After completing the 30-day online self-development program please provide the following information:
- Attached application form
- Current photo
- Resume
- Covering letter explaining why you would like to do this internship and addressing your suitability to the selection criteria (as outlined above)
- One or two references or letters of recommendation
Contact Us
To apply for this exciting volunteer program, please send completed applications to
The Peace Revolution Secretariat Office
P.O. Box 28 Khlong Luang
Pathum Thani 12120 Thailand
Please feel free to email secretariat for further information.
