THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW OPEN, FULL APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5TH OCTOBER 2010
Rio Tinto is committed to promoting peace through global understanding and through its recent partnership with AFS Intercultural Programs, full and partial scholarships are now open for applications.
This scholarship program is available to any AFS country worldwide on any High School or Volunteer Abroad program departing in late 2010 or 2011! (The level of support will be determined in due course when the final selections are made by AFS.)
The scholarship covers all or part of the AFS participation fee including:
√ Return travel from your home right to the door of your host family
√ Orientation and enrichment activities during the stay
√ Medical costs incurred during the visit, except for pre-existing conditions, dental and eye care
Who is eligible?
For High School Exchange Applicants:
Any Rio Tinto WA employee’s child who:
√ is attending secondary school
√ aged 14-17 at the time of application
√ meets the AFS application guidelines
For 18+ Volunteer Abroad Program applicants:
Any Rio Tinto WA employee’s child who is :
√ Mature enough to meet the challenges of life in another country as a member of a family and community
√ Able to demonstrate a willingness to work consistently
√ In good health
How do I apply?
You can register your interest by enquiring online or calling 1300 131 736 by 24 September,2010.
When is the closing date for applications?
Ensure that your complete AFS online application is submitted by 5th October, 2010.
AFS has been working with different divisions of the Rio Tinto Group since the early 90’s. During this time thirty two students have been sponsored to take up the challenge of international student exchange.
Further information on Rio Tinto can be found at the Rio Tinto website.
What's it really like?
Roslyn Stephens sponsored by the Rio Tinto WA Future Fund has written about her first months on a university exchange in China. Click on the above title to read more.
Where could this scholarship take you?
Click on the above title to read a letter from Rio Tinto Coal Australia Scholarship winner Samantha, who spent a year in magical Denmark.
6 months in Italy
Belinda Cuomo, the 2008 Rio Tinto WA Future Fund winner is having a wonderful time in Sicily, Italy. To read more, click on the title above.
