We are seeking volunteers who have a passion for metal engineering and enjoy sharing their knowledge with others. Ideal volunteers should meet the following criteria:
Criteria for Ideal Volunteers:
- Interest in Metal Engineering: A genuine enthusiasm for metalworking and engineering principles.
- Proficient in English: Able to communicate fluently in English, both technically and informally.
- Experience in Metalworking: Skills in designing, fabricating, or repairing metal structures or components.
- Cultural Exchange: Willingness to share their culture, travel experiences, and knowledge of engineering with the community.
More Details About the Volunteer Position:
Volunteer Accommodation:
- We have one guest room available, accommodating 1-2 volunteers at a time.
- Each volunteer will receive accommodation, including a room, bathroom along with three meals a day. Our aim is to provide a comfortable environment where volunteers can focus on their work and cultural exchange.
Volunteer Tasks:
- Hands-On Metalworking: Spend time working on metal engineering projects, assisting local craftsmen, and helping them improve their skills through practical activities.
- Organize Workshops: Design and host metalworking workshops or courses for community members, primarily on weekends.
- Educational Activities: Conduct interactive lessons on metal engineering concepts, such as welding, fabrication, or design principles, using hands-on demonstrations.
- Cultural Exchange: Share your experiences in metal engineering, including techniques, tools, and the significance of metalwork in your culture.
Please Answer the Following Questions if You Are Interested in Applying for the Volunteer Position:
(Note: Priority will be given to volunteers with teaching or hands-on experience in engineering or related fields. Please provide detailed descriptions of your relevant experience in your answers.)
Basic Information and Background:
- Availability: When do you plan to come to Nepal? How long do you expect to stay with us? How long would you like to volunteer for?
- Personal Background: Describe yourself briefly, including your background, interests, and skills related to metal engineering.
- Experience with Metalworking: Have you ever worked in metal engineering or taught it? If yes, please share a specific example.
- English Proficiency: How would you assess your English proficiency? Do you have any experience teaching or explaining technical concepts in English?
- Knowledge of Nepalese Culture: What do you know about Chinese culture? Have you ever traveled to Nepal or participated in any cultural exchange?
- Teaching Experience: If you have teaching experience in a technical or engineering setting, please provide details about your experience with different age groups or skill levels.
Activity Design and Organization:
- Experience in Organizing Activities: Do you have experience designing and organizing engineering-related activities? If yes, please share an example and describe the objectives and outcomes.
- Activity Design: If you were to design an activity based on your interests and experiences in metal engineering, what themes or projects would you choose? How would these elements help participants understand engineering concepts?
- Interactive Lesson: If you were to conduct a interactive lesson on a metalworking topic, how would you design it? Describe how you would engage participants and what skills they would develop during the session.
Adaptability and Flexibility:
- Work Schedule: Are you willing to work continuously for a period at the beginning of your volunteer stay, followed by a rest period? Please explain your thoughts on this work schedule.
- Interaction with Community: During your stay, would you be willing to engage with community members outside of structured activities, sharing knowledge and assisting with their projects?