POLICIES
Disclaimer
The structure, itinerary and some internship options for our Intern Around the World has changed somewhat since the printing of our brochure and descriptions posted on the website. The enclosed acceptance packet represents the program as it is now scheduled to run. As is stated within this packet, we rely heavily on outside organizations to provide internships and guest lectures. Occasionally, the organizations that we work with will change their schedules. When this happens, we adjust our schedule accordingly and almost always successfully. As such, you should look to the below program description not as a Bible, but as a guide. We are currently updating our website to reflect the changes we have made as well.
Expectations
Depending on the internship track you choose, you will either need to work as a team with other group members (4-14 students) or in a more solitary arrangement. Throughout the semester, our philosophy places great importance on working together as a group, as well as securing space for the individual. For this reason we encourage you to utilize your internship opportunity with an independent and open mind. Through such reflection, you will connect to the cultural surroundings and environment in a more meaningful and lasting way.
We would also like to remind you that our program is logistically and academically intensive. There is academic content to the program that you should be prepared for. You will receive a pre-trip reader before the program starts. You should plan to complete the reader before arriving to the Hawaiian Islands. This is a tremendous learning opportunity and a chance to bond with fellow students, staff and those with whom you work with during your internships.
Program Fees
Cost: $8795
Expenses Covered
Airfare from Hilo, Hawaii (book your ticket from the mainland to Hilo/return from Honolulu), instruction, guest lecturers, office staff and pre-trip contact, dormitory/camping fees, inter-island flights, boat/ground transportation and program reader are included in your Intern Around the World program fee.
Expenses Not Covered
Air travel from the mainland to Hilo International Airport (Big Island) and return from Honolulu (Oahu), all airport taxes incurred outside of Hawaii, food, laundry, phone, personal items and any items not listed as covered by I.C.E. We have a set airfare available from the mainland to Hawaii. Please see "Flight Arrangements" section for details.
Payment Schedule
A program deposit of $600 is due within 10 days of receiving the Acceptance Packet. We cannot hold a spot for you until we receive payment. Your deposit will be applied toward the $8795 program fee. The balance is due 45 days before the program begins. For late applicants applying within 45 days of the program's start, the full amount is due within 10 business days of receiving this packet. Please make all checks payable to: Institute for Cultural Ecology.
Refund Policy
The $55.00 application fees is non-refundable upon receipt.
Your $600.00 deposit is refundable up to 75 days before the program begins. We cannot hold your spot in the program until we receive your deposit.
Accommodations:
You should expect to experience a wide array of accommodation options during your three-country exploration. Dormitories and hostels may house students three per room, or, up to fourteen in a large open bay depending on location. For the most part, accommodations are clean, safe and comfortable but basic. Participants should be prepared to live communally with all that entails.
Food Costs:
Purchasing food is your responsibility throughout the three-month program. Your course instructors will make sure that you have access to food vendors / major supermarkets at least once a week, and will guide you to make sure you buy adequate provisions until the next shopping opportunity. You should budget $12.00 per day for food in Hawaii / Fiji / Australia: more if you eat out at restaurants. We recommend that you bring $2000.00 dollars in traveler's checks, leave the receipts at home, and carry a VISA debit card for ATM withdrawals and emergency purposes. Make sure the debit card has a visa symbol or it will not work in Fiji.
Flight Arrangements
You will need to book your flight from the mainland to Honolulu International Airport, continuing with a one-way inter-island flight to Hilo International Airport. (see meeting time below). Your return flight should be booked from Honolulu. We provide the inter-island flight between the Big Island and your internship site.
We have flight coupons available for round trip travel from San Francisco or LA to Hilo (return from Honolulu) for $750.00. From the East Coast we have coupons for round trip travel from Newark or Boston to Hilo (return from Honolulu) for $1250.00. If you are interested in this option please call Emma at 808-537-2582 or e-mail her at iawtickets@onebox.com. Emma will mail you the flight coupons or e-ticket confirmation numbers. We will need your major credit card information, including card number, expiration date, card billing address, and name as it appears on the card in order to process your flight reservations. Book your flight to arrive on January 24, 2002 by 5:30 PM at the Hilo Airport. Book your return on or after 12:30 PM on April
I.D. Cards / Passports / Photos
For travel purposes we need a copy of your driver's license or state ID card, a copy of your Passport and four passport size photos. Please mail to our Hawaii address along with other materials.
