Work Experience

This program is meant for gaining cultural experience in a working environment in Russia. This is NOT a money making opportunity.

As this is a volunteer program, one can not expect any substantial payment in return for his or her efforts. Some employers provide pocket money of 70-450 EUR per month (on top of the full board and a couple of work related perks), some do not do more than giving you the opportunity itself in exchange for your efforts.

It is obvious, though, that if what you do, is what the business is looking for, you might as well find the terms of the agreement change and you will eventually work there as a full time employee. FYI: getting a work permit in Russia is not easy and straightforward at all. Both for the business and the employee.

Eligibility:
18 years and older, relevant experience, at least two positive references

Application deadline:
12 weeks prior to the scheduled placement (the placement fee and the original application are to be received before this)

Maximum period of stay: 3 months
Minimum period of stay: 2 weeks

Program Costs:

1. Russia-bound air, bus or train fare: to be covered by the applicant (we may always help you find discounted tickets) 80-600 EUR, depending on the origin of the Applicant's travel
2. Russia domestic train or airfare (the quotes are quite rough as often they are lower if paid earlier or booked for certain dates):

   Train:
   

   Moscow - Izhevsk - Moscow:	3rd class	one way	34 EUR
   		return	68 EUR
   	2nd class	one way	65 EUR
   		return	130 EUR
   	1st class	one way	126 EUR
   		return	252 EUR

   Air (ex Domodedeovo airport, Moscow):
   

   Moscow (DME) - Izhevsk - Moscow (DME):	one way	128 EUR
   	return	256 EUR

   if bought shortly before the departure. Advance purchase often can help you get good discounts.

3. Daily expenses (food, transportation etc):150 EUR a month
4. Placement fee: 98 EUR or 148 EUR (native and non-native English speakers)
5. Visa support form (provided by the agency): from 29 USD
6. Consular fee: varies - check with the nearest Russian diplomatic post
7. Accommodation expenses (studio type of a one-room apartment): 100-150 EUR a month (utility bills in)