The FIU Peace Corps Prep Global Engagement Project is designed to prepare you for extended, issue-focused service with the Peace Corps and other international development agencies.
The project is an open-ended opportunity to research or engage in a sector important to you, within the following framework:
You may select any topic of a global nature for your project. We have identified topics that are most beneficial to your Peace Corps application.
Examples of topics corresponding to Peace Corps service sectors include:
Teaching English or Spanish as a second or foreign language, in a group setting such as a classroom, community organization, or tutoring program.
Community-based health outreach and education, especially but not limited to focusing on HIV/AIDS, nutrition, hygiene, and sanitation.
Intercultural communication or promotion of civic engagement activities with youth including employability, health and HIV/AIDS education, environmental awareness, sporting programs, and info technology.
Educating the public on environmental and conservation issues. Gardening, farming, nursery management. Conducting biological surveys of plants or animals.
Business advisement. Computer training for small businesses. Economic development for women and minorities.
Agricultural management (including hands-on management of crop/plant growing). Business management for local farms.
Learn more about the Peace Corps sectors.
Engagement projects completed through Peace Corps Prep can include the following:
Funding is often available to help you fund your project ideas. Here are some opportunities we are aware of:
Use FIU Scholarships as a resource to find other available opportunities.
