Internships Details

About the Organization

The Times of Central Asia provides independent coverage of news throughout Central Asia. The newspaper and it's website are essential resources for international English-speaking people.

Our newspaper defines Central Asia as the five Asian countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan

At TCA, our philosophy is that Central Asia is a global region undergoing parallel changes, sharing many common problems, and facing similar challenges. We do, of course, acknowledge the specificity of each country but aim to put those identities in perspective for the sake of a deeper understanding of Central Asia.

The London School, who facilitates placement with TCA is a small private organization and the city's foremost language school. It is centrally located in the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic (one of the former Soviet Union Republics), Bishkek. The London School was established in 1998 and has been gradually growing ever since.

Job Description

Students will work with the TCA in a variety of areas depending on student interest and TCA needs:
•Layout and Design
•Written and Photo journalism
•Marketing and Advertising
•Editing

# of Positions per term

1

Start Dates

Beginning of any term or semester

Duration of Internship

3 months

Qualifications

Academic Background

Open to most undergraduate/ graduate majors. English, Journalism, Russian, Central Asian Studies is preferred.

Skills/Experience

Experience working with publishing and newswriting is preferred but not required. Interns must be enthusiastic and flexible and have the capacity and willingness to adjust to different cultures.

Language Ability

Interns must be a native English speaker, Russian or Kyrgyz language skills are helpful for daily life, but not necessary to qualify for the internship.

Other Requirements

Candidates will be interviewed - by telephone or contacted by e-mail - by the Director of The London School. A Kyrgyz visa is required.

Internship Costs

Total costs vary depending on how long you plan to be abroad, where you will be living, your personal spending habits, and current exchange rates. The following estimates will give you a ballpark figure for this internship. Get help with the math from our handy Cost Calculator.
ALL ESTIMATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

IE₃ Program Fee

The IE₃ program fee is $3450 for the first term for both in-state and out-of-state students and $1000 for each additional term, regardless of credit earned. You do not pay tuition for the term(s) you are abroad. Visit your University's IE₃ page for details, costs for additional terms, and campus administrative fees.

Estimated One-Time Expenses

Expense Type	Price
Host Site Fees	Internship placement fees:  2400 Soms (approx $68)
International Travel	Approximately $2200
Visa Fees	$120-$150
Recommended Immunizations	$100 Approx

*See Additional Cost Information below.

Estimated Monthly Expenses

Expense Type	Price/month
Housing	10,800 Soms ($300)
Food	Included in accomodation
Local Transportation	500 Soms (approx $15)
Recreation	1500 Soms (approx $45)
Personal Expenses	1000 Soms (approx $30)

Compensation

None

Additional Expense Information

Housing fee of 10,800 Soms (approx $300/ month)

Airport Pick Up (optional but recommended): 800 Soms (approx $23)

Additional Information

Courses in Russian and Kyrgyz languages are available.
Language Course Fee: 10, 500 Soms/ month (approx $296)
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