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Frequently Asked Questions
How did EMI UK begin?
Michael and Marietta Woods have been in Mission of one sort or another for much of their married life. In 2004 they left Mission Aviation Fellowship looking for the next step in their lives. In 2006 God called them to work with EMI and in 2007 EMI UK was born. They are now looking forward to facilitating interns and volunteers serve god as well as to leading teams of proffessionals all over the world serving God and reaching the poor.
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Why should I consider an Internship at EMI UK?
So often, Engineering and Architecture skills seem to do nothing but help the rich get richer. But all of us have skills that can be used to serve God and serve the poor. For those with engineering or architectural abilities, an internship with EMI UK is a great way to do just that, while at the same time gaining valuable experience and actually joining a project team to a developing country.
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Will I be paid?
No. Designers serve with EMI UK on a purely voluntary basis. Each intern, staff and volunteer is asked to raise support from friends and family to cover the cost of their trip. This is a great way to get even more people involved in missions. Don't worry if it sounds challenging. We will guide you through the process.
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Where will I be based during my internship?
This would depend on your own preference and on EMI's need in its offices arouond the world. You might work in Calgary, Canada. Or in Colorado Springs in the USA. Or in Musoorie India. Or in Kampala Uganda. You should indicate your preference on the application form and we will discuss this with you.
Wherever you end up you will have the opportunity to get involved in a whole spectrum of activities. Maybe you like outdoor activities. In Calgary for instance, located in western Canada, one hour east of the beautiful Rocky Mountains. You would have the opportunity to do such exciting outdoor activities as hiking, skiing, biking, caving, tubing or kayaking down rivers.
Most interns live with families near to our offices in the area. We can connect you up with a family, or if you know of someone in the place you are working, you are welcome to stay with them.
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What is working in the office like?
Daily working hours are 8:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Interns fill just about every conceivable role in addition to working within their field of study. Your primary task, though, is to produce the final report for the project you participate in. A majority of the office work is Architecture / Engineering related, so interns spend most of their time designing and working in AutoCAD. Technical guidance will come from the staff and volunteers that go on your project trip. The project leader for your trip will be your primary technical guide for work in the developing world.
You are strongly encouraged to volunteer in a local ministry in whichever country you are serving. The options are limitless, but have included a soup kitchen, worship team at a local church, helping out at a seniors centre, or watching children of staff members so they can go out for an evening.
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How much will it cost me? Costs vary, depending on the length and location of your internship, your project trip destination, and your accomodations, but most interns to the an EMI office can expect to need to raise ŁUK 2500 - 4000. These costs include tuition, travel expenses for your project trip, and room and board, but not vaccinations, passport, visa, or travel to and from London Heathrow. You'll receive a final cost during the application process.
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What are the application deadlines?
For an Autumn internship (mid-August to mid-December), applications are due by the end of March. For a spring internship (January to April), applications are due by the end of September. For a summer internship (mid May to mid August), applications are due by the end of January.
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How do I apply?
Glad you asked! Simply download an application [EMI UK intern application] and email it to enquiries@emiuk.org
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