To Lands Far Away

We may all have that fantasy or daydream about going abroad. To be able to go there to work, to travel, to meet people and get to know other culture. But as clear as daylight, fantasies and dreams do not come that easy. It may come, but in the far future. The dream of highly imagined laughter and chatter, the equally longed for joy of visiting lands far away have to wait... Or does it?

Luckily we can erase the words “far future” and replace it with “now.” For years, MVC has been offering the work and travel program as an internship for the students of the School of Business and Accountancy, although it is also open to all who are interested to join. They have collaborated with two agencies to make our dreams come true.

Last Thursday, July 12 2018, the first agency, HR International Manila (HRI) had their orientation about the program and how students can avail of it. With the leadership of their marketing manager, they presented the advantages, the fun, and other things you have to know if you join this WORK AND TRAVEL program (WAT). They did not have only college student as attendees, but also some from the senior high school for early awareness. This was done so that when these students are already in college and they want to join the WAT program, then it would be easier for them to do so.

The following day, 13th of July, a Friday, the second agency, UTP Beyond Borders came. With the leadership of their area manager, Ms. Djonnabelle Veloso; and program adviser, Clark Patulombon, they conducted their own orientation on the procedures and requirements for the WAT program. They also have offered the internship program for graduating students. This way, instead of only staying in the United States for 2 months, they have the option to lengthen their stay from 6 months to one year. Offers such as discounts and other promos were also discussed.

Positive feedbacks from participants of the WAT program could be heard. Mr. Serps Jay L. Bruce said, “Being there was a great experience.” He worked as a life guard in the wilderness resort in Wisconsin Dells. He further shared, “Though working on days can be tiring and draining, but seeing the little kids there makes the stress go away. They have the cutest way of showing their innocence; and (I like) the fact that I was there to save lives.” He also stated that the Adventist brethren from Portage Wisconsin SDA Church were kind and fun to be with. They have visited many places while they were there. As I was personally interviewing him, I can see the joy imbedded in his words. I am sure that the others who also went there have the same joy in their hearts.

So if you also have that dream of seeing the world and actually work there, then join the WAT program and experience the lasting memories of the day you first touched snow, to eat American food in America, and to actually interact with the people across the sea. Be there and journey to the lands far away.

Special thanks to following students for sharing their experiences and further information about the program: Ms. Loughreen Campañero, Ms. Clarice Salavaria, Ms. Shanie Lou Dona, and Mr. Serps Jay Bruce.

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