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Internship Experience
Teach in Thailand
Teach English In Thailand
Our 12-week volunteer program is a fantastic place for adventure and inspiration, allowing our TEFL teachers to immerse themselves in Thailand's rich culture and beauty. You will have the chance to interact with the community and make a difference in the lives of all the children you interact with.
This volunteer internship program is held in the beautiful beachside town of Hua Hin, a historically important town that is a holiday town of the Thai monarchy.
(12 weeks teaching placement)
Overview
Interns in this program will not only receive online pre-departure training in preparation for the placement, but they will also receive an in-country orientation. This is a great chance to embrace the culture and acclimatize yourself but also to interact with your fellow teachers and make lifelong friends.
In addition to twelve weeks in paradise, you’ll complete our 120-Hour Accredited TEFL Course with micro-credentials in teaching young learners, teaching English online, advanced grammar for teachers, and teaching English to children through yoga & mindfulness.
These courses have been created to provide you with real, comprehensive knowledge of everything you need to become a confident, influential TEFL teacher — in Thailand and beyond!
Essential information about your trip to Thailand
What's included?
- Airport pickup
- 120 hour TEFL Course
- 30 Hour Teaching English Online
- 30 Hour Advanced Grammar for teachers
- 30 Hour Teaching Young Learners Course
- 2 day in-country orientation
- Pre-arranged accommodation
- Teach English to Children through Yoga & Mindfulness Course
- 2 Extensive PDF Guides: General Lesson Planning Guide and Young Learners 10 Lessons Pack
- Full volunteer visa support
- 24/7 in-country support
What’s required before applying?
- Participants must be at least between the ages of 18 - 60
- Participants must be in good physical and mental health
- Participants must have sufficient spending money to cover the duration of the program
- Proof of a clean criminal record
- High proficiency in both spoken and written English
- TEFL qualification (included)
- No degree required for volunteers
What do I need to organise?
- International flights (return flights are a must)
- Proof of a clean criminal record
- Budget for daily expenses such as food, laundry, transportation around the area
- Comprehensive cover for travel and medical insurance
- Vaccines (please consult your GP or local travel clinic)
- Visa costs ( usually USD 75–135 depending on the country)
- $60 hostel deposit (this is insurance against damages and will be reimbursed at the end of the program)
Internship Eligibility Form
Our in-country team will greet you and the other interns when you arrive at the airport. Transfer to your orientation is included in this internship.
When you arrive, you’ll get a few days of cultural orientation.
You will learn about Thai culture, language, and society at orientation and bond with other teachers.
Master the local greetings, become acquainted with the local customs, put your TEFL abilities to the test, and meet new people. It’s time to begin teaching English in Thailand.
Congratulations, you did it! Be sure to congratulate yourself on your accomplishment. It’s time to choose whether you want to see more of Thailand, travel, or teach (or both). As a confident and experienced TEFL teacher, your options are limitless.
Sean
Hey everyone, I’m Sean. I am 26 years old and from Lismore in county Waterford, Ireland.  I worked in healthcare in Cork before beginning TEFL. However, I had always wanted to teach. I decided to go into teaching for a longer time in Thailand after doing volunteer work in Vietnam and Kenya. This was the ideal chance with The TEFL Institute after viewing the possibility of doing the voluntary Thailand internship.
Locations
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Cultural Excursions
Wondering what you’re going to do with your precious free time? We know there are certain adventures that cannot be missed out on! So make sure to take a look above at these recommendations from past TEFL interns in Thailand, and create your own Thailand bucket list!
Outside the Classroom
Outside the Classroom
Thailand is a beautiful location that has so much to explore that it is impossible not to be excited. Take advantage of your weekends off and explore every square inch of this gorgeous country.
Teach & Travel
Teach & Travel
One of the tasks of volunteer teachers is to create and deliver games and activities for the students that help improve their English and pronunciation. Oftentimes, learning will take place in a traditional Thai public school classroom. Typical class sizes are around 30-35 students. However, occasionally, learning will occur in a camp-like setting, either in a common area of the school (often outside) or in an off-site location.
Work Schedule
Work Schedule
As an intern, you will volunteer from approximately 8 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday each week. You will have free weekends and Thai public holidays to explore the towns and beaches. Depending on the school’s needs, you will teach kindergarten and/or primary school students.
