Hello. Summer it may be but ski companies are already hiring for the winter season in the Alps. Now is the time to demonstrate to tour operators how much their holidaymakers would value your culinary, tuition or other skills.  Recruitment will continue for a few months yet and we'll allow as many organisations as possible to offer you a ski job through JAB. 

Listings of ski companies can be found at http://www.payaway.co.uk/ski.htm. For regular information about what else is available around the world, visit http://www.payaway.co.uk/trampnews.htm

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>> JOBS

FRANCE, AUSTRIA, ITALY SKI RESORT STAFF
Ski Resort Staff December 2000 to April 2001. Do you speak Italian, French or German ? We are looking for Hotel Managers, Assistant Hotel Managers, Resort Representatives, Bar Managers, Chalet Staff and Bar Staff. No language? No problem! We are also recruiting Head Chefs, Sous Chefs, Waiting/Housekeeping Staff, Handymen, Night Porters, Plongeurs and Ski Guides. For more details, send for an application pack - www.equity.co.uk This ad along with others appears in the national press. We only employ people who have an EEC passport with a British National Insurance Number. Hotel staff must be 18+, representatives 21+

FRENCH ALPS SKI RESORT STAFF
Based in the fantastic resort of Meribel, in the French Alps, we are an upmarket, private ski company with an emphasis on top quality service. We currently have positions available for chalet hosts, Reps/guides, maintenance and managerial staff. We are looking for enthusiastic and hardworking couples or individuals who have excellent personal skills and who enjoy skiing! We consider all nationalities as long as a National Insurance number and valid work permit are obtained. Call Kate on: 020 7793 4269 or e-mail: personnel@bienski.com

FRENCH AND SWISS ALPS HOTEL & CATERING AND SKI SHOP ASSISTANTS
We specialise in jobs in Europe for French and German speakers, seasonal work in Alpine resorts, mainly hotels and restaurants. We are looking at recruiting for the ski season. There are two main categories: (1) Hotel based jobs in France and Switzerland where a working knowledge (A level preferred) French or German is needed. These pay good wages and roughly the same hours as with a Chalet Company. Jobs range from kitchen porters/chambermaids to jobs in restaurants, reception and bars. (2) Ski Technicians: working in ski shops fitting skis and boots. Some knowledge of skiing/snowboarding preferred. Basic French will be needed. EU nationals must be prepared to attend interviews in UK. Apply by mid-September for winter, although late applications sometimes OK. SAE to address below for further details. Apply by Letter to Jobs in the Alps, 17 High Street, Gretton, Northants NN17 3DE, or email alan@jobsinthealps.fsnet.co.uk, or via web site www.jobs-in-the-alps.com

FRANCE CATERING
Cook and Ski in Val d'Isère. YSE is the biggest specialist chalet operator in Val d'Isère requiring a team of qualified chefs, keen cooks and assistants to run chalets from 4 to 60 guests. This gives you the opportunity to work in Europe's top ski resort and ski 6 days a week with full professional back-up. Applicants should demonstrate a genuine love of food, show enthusiasm and a sense of pride in their work, and have a friendly personality and an interest in dealing with our guests. The package includes board, lodging, lift pass, uniform, insurance and transport to and from Val d'Isère. The job begins at the end of November with a training course and the season finishes in May. British passport holders only please. You must be over 21 to apply, unless you have exceptional cooking skills. Please see our website - www.yseski.co.uk or contact us on 020 8871 5117 for further details. 
 

EGYPT EXPEDITIONS
Every Summer we run a Summer Expedition which is a four week expedition to the Sinai combining local project work with the opportunity to develop leadership and remote survival skills and involves travelling and working with the local Bedouin in their desert and mountain lands.  It is open to anyone from the age of 16 to 23 years of age and of any nationality. If anyone wants more information they should look at our website: www.windsandstars.co.uk or contact us (Tel: 020 74333684, fax: 020 7431 3247, email: office@windsandstars.co.uk) for our Summer Expedition brochure.

AFRICA VOLUNTARY
We offer 18 to 25 year old pre/post University English speaking (of any Nationality/Religious views, men and women) young people the opportunity to work (as volunteers) in Ghana, West Africa, with disadvantaged young people in those countries. Our website is www.africatrust.gi  There you will find all information including costs and application forms.

USA WORK PLACEMENTS
We can offer work placements abroad in California for people of any age. Durations can be from 2 weeks upwards. We can accept any nationality as long as they speak English or Spanish with some English. Types of work placements are varied and we ask people to request the chosen work. The charge for this is $300.00 at present. All expenses are the responsibility of the person, but we can arrange suitable and nice accommodation for them. These are unpaid voluntary positions. We can also offer IT and business English courses via the Internet. Contact Direct Training Services at dtseuro@eurobell.co.uk

AFRICA, ASIA VOLUNTARY
Students Partnership Worldwide (charity No: 292 492) 020 7222 0138 www.spw.org
AIDS, Gender Hygiene, Conservation, Nutrition, Safe Water. 
SPW offers you 4-9 month programmes tackling these challenging issues affecting rural communities in Africa & Asia. Uniquely you will be working with local of your own age. You will use informal methods to influence young people - AIDS workshops, community health days, street drama, environmental action, groups etc. Cost: c£2500 covering all expenses, including airfare, 4 weeks in-country training, insurance and subsistence allowance.

EUROPE CHILDCARE
Au Pairs wanted in Europe. British au pairs 17 - 28yrs can find work in European countries. Childcare experience essential and reference if working with children. Some positions available without childcare experience or without languages. Full board and lodging provided plus around £40 per 25 hours weekly, depending on the country. English speaking child loving au pairs are in URGENT DEMAND, especially for longer term positions of 6 months+. Enquiries to: Mrs Hammond, AMBER AU PAIRS, Tel/Fax (01384) 230429 (tel only in office hours) E Mail: m.j.hammond@wlv.ac.uk 

ITALY VOLUNTARY
Centro Camuno di Studi Preistorici. Voluntary jobs abroad. The Centro Camuno di Studi Preistorici, established in 1964, is a non-profit cultural organization specializing in prehistoric and tribal art. Its members, from 80 countries worldwide, are professionals and enthusiasts who see the CCSP as a landmark, as a meeting ground, and most importantly as an international base for research.  The main activity of the CCSP is the analytical study of rock art. In the Camonica Valley of the Italian Alps, the CCSP's headquarters are set amid one of the highest concentrations of prehistoric rock art in Europe.  Beginning with the thousands of engraved images in the Valcamonica itself and spreading to the rich heritage of rock art across the globe, the CCSP has gained recognition for its efforts in research and documentation of these ancient images. Its' activities concern research explanations and evaluation of prehistoric and tribal art, from rock art of 40,000 years ago to present day tribal masks and cult objects.

Tasks: There are a few fixed roles for volunteers which are listed below. You are also welcome to suggest your own role dependent on your own interests. Volunteers of all nationalities are accepted, however you must be able to speak, read and write reasonable English.

TRILINGUAL ASSISTANT EDITOR . Fluency in English / Italian / French . Editing / layout 
PUBLIC RELATIONS / PRESS OFFICER . Marketing & Promotions . Public Relations . Proof-reading . Editing / layout 
COMPUTER SPECIALIST . Skilled in all relevant applications . Internet site maintenance . Virtual Promotions 
HAR KARKOM, Israel (project management) . Background in Biblical Archaeology . Database & graphics 
DIRECTOR'S ASSISTANT . Information Management . Project Management . Volunteer Coordination . Fundraising . Public Relations . Copyright Sales 
WARA ARCHIVIST (World Archives of Rock Art) . Research & Analysis . Use of graphics packages . Production of saleable images 
GRAPHICS / DESIGNER . Technical Drawing . Competency with Corel, Photoshop, Autocad & others 
PHOTO / SLIDE ARCHIVIST . Archiving . Knowledge of image processing software etc. 
LIBRARY ASSISTANT . Bibliographical systems . Multi-tasking 
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, PARKS & EXHIBITIONS . Graphics (Autocad, etc.) . Surveying . Exhibition design & realisation 

Other volunteers may be interested in the upkeeping of the CCSPs garden, grounds and building. Our volunteer program requires a minimum stay of 3 months.  Assistants and apprentices for fixed roles are accepted for either 6 months or 12 month periods. More information can be found by contacting us (details below) or by visiting the volunteering section on our website:  http://www.rockart-ccsp.com. To request any additional information, please contact us: Centro Camuno di Studi Preistorici, 25044 Capo di Ponte, Valcamonica (BS), Italy. T: (39) 0364/42091. F: (39) 0364/42572. E: ccsp@rockart-ccsp.com http://www.rockart-ccsp.com

UK VOLUNTARY
Volunteer Vacancies based in Belfast. Have you ever considered volunteering in your spare time? Are you concerned about the environment? There are currently several Volunteer Officer (VO) vacancies available in our office in Belfast.  Becoming a Volunteer Officer gives you ideal 'hands on' experience, which is particularly beneficial for those wanting to pursue a career in the environmental sector. We provide you with the opportunity to gain experience in practical conservation, environmental education, publicity and administration.  The types of post available can vary from out-door work, such as leading Volunteer Groups in practical conservation tasks to office work, such as dealing with enquiries, writing press releases etc. so you should be able to find a post suited to you! In some cases no previous experience is necessary as full training will be given There are several benefits available to VOs such as the provision of suitable protective clothing, out-of-pocket expenses and limited, free, short-term accommodation. There is also the opportunity to obtain an NVQ (Levels II & III) in Landscapes and Ecosystems. Interested? For further information on Volunteer Officers and a list of all CVNI's current Volunteer Officer vacancies contact: Billy Belshaw, 159 Ravenhill Road, Belfast. BT6  0BP Tel ++ 44 (0)28 9064 5169.  Fax ++ 44 (0)28 9064 4409. e-mail: b.belshaw@btcv.org.uk

UK FARMWORK
We have an organic farm in beautiful West Wales. We provide accommodation and farm produced organic meals in exchange for 40 hours work per week. Learn how to milk the cow, make butter, cheese, jam, beer, how to grow veggies. Get fit and get plenty of fresh air. Send us an Email if interested in hearing more - Greens2000@farmersweekly.net

WORLDWIDE CRUISESHIPS
Major U.S. Cruise Lines are seeking the following personnel. All food and beverage service staff, Waiters/Waitress, min two years experience, six months contract with two months. Bar Persons, exp as above, cocktail exp a benefit. Wine Servers, exp of wines again a benefit, training also given to increase knowledge. All levels of Chefs, from Ex Chef through to entry level, also Pastry, Bakers and Butchers. Housekeeping, all levels. Cruise Staff & Youth Staff, cruise staff benefit if have a talent or come from a holiday style background (Butlins etc). Youth staff, all age ranges from 3 to 18, nursery quals or teaching qual a benefit. Retail Sales, min two years exp. Some merchandising exp a bonus, from the likes of Disney/Warner Bros environment. Lifeguards, exp and quals essential. Engineers, mech and electrical, for shipboard contracts 4/2 rota system, reefer etc also sought. All other Deck and Engine Management. If you position sought is not listed please contact so we can discuss your areas of expertise. Phone 0151 339 2278, fax 0151 339 8946 or email Crewslineuk@btinternet.com

We also have vacancies for the following, General Stage Technical for both Sound & Lighting as well as T.V. and Video on board operations. Six months contract with tax free earnings. Retail Sales staff as above. Front Desk personnel namely Receptionists with language skills. Also deck and engine departments for Elec and Mech Engineers. Also a whole host of Hotel Staff, Waiters/ess, Bars, Kitchen and Housekeeping. Electrical and sound engineers for on-board shows. Min 2 yrs exp. Salary base of £1500 per month all found. Ships are based in Caribbean and Mediterranean.

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RECOMMENDED READING
Vacation Work's Live & Work series do exactly what they say on the cover. They provide all the information needed for finding a job and settling in to your new temporary or permanent home. Each guide provides details on the way of life, laws, health and education systems, as well as on types of job available, and how to get them.

Live & Work in France - http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854581805/payaway 
Live & Work in Italy - http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854581821/payaway 
Live & Work in Spain & Portugal - http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854581864/payaway 
Live & Work in USA & Canada - http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854582119/payaway 

More Live & Work guides can be found at http://www.payaway.co.uk/regbks.htm 

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GERMANY VARIOUS
Work in Germany, helping with children and animals on family owned farms and estates, with on site shops. Brush up your German and meet German tourists and their families. Full board and lodging with the owners and DM 300,-- pocket money a month. Licence from Labour Office in Frankfurt. Visit our homepage www.workingholidays.de linked with jobsingermany.com Email Anne.Gleichen@t-online.de

ALASKA, HIMALAYAS, ARTIC NORWAY EXPEDITIONS
Do you fancy spending your summer of 2001 crossing glaciers in Svalbard, climbing the peaks of The Himalayas or meeting Grizzly Bears in Alaska? You can with BSES Expeditions. If you are aged 16 1/2 to 20 years join us for Science and Adventure on these true wilderness experiences. Alternatively, if you are on your gap year or just have more time on your hands join us for 4 months on 'Phase One' of the ArcticYear Expedition to Svalbard from late August 2001. In this frozen wilderness, where polar bears outnumber people, the sea freezes solid, 24 hour daylight is rapidly followed by 24 hour darkness and the magical aurora borealis lights up the Arctic sky. Interested? For more information send an A4 SAE for 41p to BSES Expeditions, at The Royal Geographical Society, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR. Tel: 020 7591 3141. E-Mail: bses@rgs.org Internet: www.bses.org.uk

ALASKA, HIMALAYAS, ARTIC NORWAY LEADERS
Do you fancy leading groups of Young Explorers in Science and/or Adventure in remote wilderness environments overseas? Assistant Leaders (21 yrs - 25 yrs) and Leaders (25+ yrs) needed for our 2001 Summer expeditions to Alaska, The Himalayas (6 weeks) and Svalbard (4 weeks). For more information send an A4 SAE for 57p to BSES Expeditions, at The Royal Geographical Society, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR. Tel: 020 7591. E-Mail: bses@rgs.org Internet: www.bses.org.uk

TANZANIA, VIETNAM, MADAGASCAR VOLUNTARY
Volunteer Placements on Tropical Conservation Projects
Frontier, an international conservation and research NGO, is looking for enthusiastic and committed self-funding volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities to work on urgently needed conservation projects for 10 weeks or 6 months. Frontier projects in Tanzania, Vietnam, and Madagascar work in threatened ecosystems including coral reefs, rainforests, and savannahs to ensure the appropriate protection for endangered habitats and wildlife.

Volunteers carry out biodiversity surveys, resource-use assessments, and practical projects such as environmental education alongside expert scientists and local students and villagers, living and working in basic conditions in remote, unexplored locations. No previous experience or qualifications are necessary, as full training is given, leading to a BTEC qualification in Tropical Habitat Conservation. 

Recruitment is ongoing. For more information and an application form contact Frontier by post, e-mail, or phone at 77 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4QS; Tel: 020 - 7613 2422; E-mail: enquiries@frontierprojects.ac.uk; Website: www.frontierprojects.ac.uk

EUROPE HOTEL & CATERING
Choice Hotels Europe: 112-114 Station Road, Edgware, Middx HA8 7BJ. Own, manage and franchise over 400 hotels in 13 European countries. Assistance can be offered with finding placements/work experience, but posts are primarily for the UK & Ireland. Applicants must have qualifications/experience of the Hotel & Catering business + language skills. Applications are received all year round (letter + CV to the address above - attn Francoise Bernardon, Human Resources Officer). 

WORLD VOLUNTARY 
HorizonCosmopolite. Internships Programs, Volunteer work abroad, Spanish Immersion. All year long programs on all the continents. Have a look at our website at www.horizoncosmopolite.com. No experience needed, no selection process. HorizonCosmopolite, Cosmopolitan Horizon, 3266 St-Antoine Ouest, Montreal Qc, H4C 1A7, Canada. Tel 514 935 8436; fax 514 935 4302, email cosmopolite@sprint.ca 

SOUTH AMERICA TOURISM
Love travelling in South America? Hablas Español? Are you a flexible people person with a good sense of humour? If you answered yes to all of the above, we may have the adventure you've been looking for! Lead small groups of tourists on adventure tours in South America. Your responsibilities include arranging tour logistics, excursions, and managing group budgets. Tours last 2 to 7 weeks and leaders live in country for contract duration. Minimum 12-18 month commitment. Requirements: fluent Spanish and/or Portuguese spoken, First Aid Certification, travel or work experience in Latin America, experience working with groups/ in tourism. For more information, check out www.gap.ca or contact us at operations@gap.ca

AUSTRALIA CHILDCARE
Nanny/Au Pair jobs available in Australia. If you would like to be a nanny/au pair in Australia please check out our webpage on www.peopleforpeople.com.au and email us or when you arrive in Australia, call us on Ph: 9972 0488.

WORLD STUDY
Study opportunities abroad. AFS Intercultural Education Programmes, Arden House, Wellington Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16 2NB. Tel 01274 560677. Web - http://www.afs.org. Opportunities for 16-18 year olds to spend a year abroad living with a volunteer host family and attending school in one of 55 different countries, including Western and Eastern Europe, Latin America and Asia. 

DEVELOPING WORLD VOLUNTARY
Voluntary work opportunities abroad. AFS Intercultural Education Programmes, Arden House, Wellington Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16 2NB. Tel 01274 560677. Web - http://www.afs.org  Opportunities for 18-29 year olds to spend six months in Latin America and South Africa living with a volunteer host family, and working alongside local people on community social projects, dealing with issues such as health, education, the environment, community development, and working with underprivileged children and people with disabilities. 

WORLDWIDE CONSERVATION
The Ecovolunteer Programme offers wildlife conservation projects worldwide, operated by local conservation organisations, open for hands-on participation by holidaymakers and students. For the United Kingdom a separate ecovolunteer website has been launched: www.ecovolunteer.org.uk From this website, very extensive project description files are available for free downloading. For the United Kingdom we find separate representation by: Atlantida Ltd. / Ecovolunteer Program, 59 St Martins Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2N 4JS. Tel (44) 0171 240 6604. Fax (44) 0171 240 5795. Email: ecovolunteerATL@aol.com ATOL licence 1216 ABTA license 13195.
Projects offered for participation in 2000 are: 1. Russia - wolf research; 2. Poland - wolf research; 3. Russia - beluga research; 4. Spain / Tenerife - whale & dolphin conservation; 5. Brasil - humpback research; 6. Brasil - marine turtle conservation; 7. Colombia - tropical rainforest research; 8. Turkey - monk seal research; 9. Mongolia - Przewalski horse reintroduction research; 10. Swaziland - rhino rescue; 11. Croatia - griffon vulture research; 12. India - bonnet macaques & fruitbats research; 13. Thailand - Gibbon Rehabilitation Project; 14. Cameroon - elephant & antelope research; 15. Zimbabwe - African wild dog research; 16. Bulgaria - wolf research; 17. Romania - Large Carnivore Project; 18. Thailand - Lopburi wildlife rescue centre; 19. Mexico - howler monkey research; 20. Italy - dolphin research; 21. Italy - wolf research; 22. Italy/Sardinia - red deer research; 23. Italy - seaturtle conservation; 24. Hungary - beaver research; 25. Norway - killer whale research; 26. Hungary - migrating birds ringing; 27. Bulgaria - brown bear research. 

AFRICA, ASIA VOLUNTARY TEACHING
Africa & Asia Venture, 10 Market Place, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 IHT. Tel: 01380 729009 Fax: 01380 720060 E-mail: av@aventure.co.uk  Website: www.aventure.co.uk  Africa and Asia venture is an organisation which enables students to gain work experience (unpaid) with youth in Africa, Northern India and Nepal. 

Programme description: Students are placed in selected secondary and primary schools for approximately three months, teaching a variety of subjects.  There are also opportunities for conservation work in Kenya working in wildlife management or on cultural projects both lasting three months.  There are then three weeks to backpack before going on safari to areas of interest and outstanding beauty in the chosen country. 

Destinations: Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zimbabwe, India or Nepal.

Prerequisites: A-level students going onto Further Education or undergraduates considering taking time out can apply.  Students must be aged over 17 & 1/2 and enjoy working with young people or in conservation.

Duration and time of placement: 4 months with departures to Africa in September, January and late April, to Nepal in October or January and to India in September or April. For those involved in conservation, projects are from Nov to Feb, Feb to May and May to August.

How to Apply: Contact us at the address given, as early as possible, informing us when you are leaving school or University.

Selection Process: Students are required to complete an application form and attend an interview to be assessed on their suitability. Students are placed in a school or project according to their skills, strengths and personality.

Orientation & Training: On arrival in country volunteers will be given a four day orientation course. This will be held in scenic locations such as Lake Naivasha in Kenya and Dharamsala in the Indian Himalayas. Topics covered include health & welfare, teaching skills, security, safe travel, conservation and local language.

What will it cost? The basic cost of approximately £2190 will include: Careful individual selection and placement; An orientation course on arrival and in-country back up; Living allowance and accommodation; A donation towards the education of a deserving child or the purchase of school equipment; All inclusive safari; Comprehensive health and personal effects insurance. It does not include the air fare to Nairobi, Harare, Delhi or Kathmandu, or entry visas, and some extra spending money will be needed.  We will advise you on raising funds to help towards these.

Airfare: Kenya & Uganda - £470 not including taxes; Airfare: Zimbabwe - £570 not including taxes; Airfare: Malawi - £570 not including taxes; Airfare: India - £460 not including taxes; Airfare: Nepal - £580 not including taxes. We regret that these costs are subject to currency fluctuations and possible increases in air fares.  The company will endeavour to comply with the costs stated. On return from the tour the group will return to the UK, though air tickets can be extended

The Africa & Asia Venture Support Team: We place special emphasis on in-country back up and after many years' experience are confident we give the right balance of support when needed.  The UK Director is Peter Bell and our Africa Director is Nigel Warren.  Richard Venning is responsible for our Asia Venture projects.  All have considerable experience and knowledge of the countries and regions in which we place our volunteers.  Furthermore, in each country we have representatives to provide on the spot support and advice.

Safety & Security: The safety and security of our volunteers is our utmost concern and we take it most seriously.  Accordingly on the Medical and Travel side you will be covered by a comprehensive medical policy underwritten by Lloyds of London, 24 hours Medical Emergency Cover is provided by CEGA including air repatriation, Medical back up by local expert in country emergency cover e.g. Flying Doctor (East Africa), Medical Air Rescue (Zimbabwe, Malawi) and East West in India. Interhealth will provide you with Medical advice and check ups on your return.  Financial protection is provided by International Passenger Protection Ltd against Company Insolvency. Our Flights are arranged through Tim Best Travel (ATOL) who are fully bonded.

ISRAEL VOLUNTARY
BRIDGE IN BRITAIN 2001 (January-July 2001) 
The Bridge scheme was first launched in 1961 and annual parties have travelled out to Israel since then. Among the hundreds of school-leavers who have taken part in Bridge, we are proud to include personalities as disparate as Anna Ford of BBC TV; Gerald Corbett, Chief Exec. of Railtrack; Minette Walters, the crime writer; Ian Black, Diplomatic Editor of The Guardian and Elisabeth Hoodless, Chief Exec. of Community Service Volunteers.

Bridge 2001 will run from approx. mid-January to July 2001. The schedule will include several segments: a working place on a kibbutz (collective farm); two months community service in a development town/Israeli new town; work in a northern Israeli moshav (smallholders' co-operative); contact with the many communities constituting modern Israel including Jews - religious and secular, Sabra Israelis and immigrants from Russia, Ethiopia and other places, some of the 35 Christian denominations, Moslems and members of the varied Arab communities in Israel; seminars and organised tours; free time to explore Jordan and Egypt; experience of an archaeological dig - an optional extra - at the participant's expense.

The application procedure is very simple. All applicants are expected to submit: 1. An essay, minimum 400 words, explaining reasons for wishing to spend time in Israel. This must be accompanied by 2. A hand-written covering letter. 3. A curriculum vitae including date of birth, address, home telephone number, religion, academic achievements, interests and future plans. 4. Two passport-size photos. 5. Two references - one academic, one personal. Your written submission should be with us by July 1 2000. Thereafter, we will shortlist several dozen applicants for interview. These interviews will be conducted in mid-to-late July at our office which is situated in North West London. If you are chosen for the programme, you will receive a telephone call and a letter of invitation near to the end of August 2000. The award winning party, a group of up to 12 participants, will then leave for Israel in January 2001. Throughout the period in Israel the group will have the informal back-up of specialist co-ordinators.

Just a few additional points: a. You must be 18 years of age, i.e. a legal adult, by the time of your departure for Israel. b. You must be in good physical and mental health. A medical certificate will be necessary if you are selected. c. We only offer places to British applicants or to individuals permanently resident in the UK. The Programme is of course open to everyone, irrespective of race, religious creed or sex. d. You do not need to speak Hebrew or Arabic, nor need you have a strong linguistic flair. e. BUT it is only worth applying if you have an enquiring disposition; are eager to explore "strange and exotic" parts of the world; and you understand fully that the programme will be quite demanding, presenting you with a series of challenging placements in Israel and the Arab world. f. Unlike many of the other top Gap placements where applicants have to raise a stake of many thousands of pounds, a Bridge place represents a heavily sponsored scholarship place in Israel. g. F.O.I.E.T. guarantees that any applicant shortlisted for interview - but unsuccessful - will be found an unsponsored place on kibbutz.
 
It will be good to hear further from you. John D A Levy, Friends of Israel Educational Trust, 25 Lyndale Avenue, London NW2 2QB. Tel: 020 7435 6803; fax: 020 7794 0291. Email: foiasg@foiasg.free-online.co.uk Website: www.foi-asg.org

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RECOMMENDED READING
Work Your Way Around the World - Published by Vacation Work
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854582054/payaway

Seasoned working travellers will be familiar with this book. Now in its 9th edition, it's invaluable to veterans and those about to work abroad for the first time. WYW features many first-hand accounts and advice on finding jobs - paid and voluntary - either in advance or on the spot. It includes sections on opportunities in such places as Russia, Hawaii and South Africa and also covers working a passage.

"Guaranteed to give you wanderlust" The Sunday Telegraph

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