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My internship not only provided life-changing experience that I will draw on for the rest of my life but it enabled me to actually contribute to the local community; a community that continues to blow me away at its amazing joy in the face of countless obstacles.

Joey Sharp.

My life is forever changed by this beautiful country and the amazing people in VAC who made this experience a possibility. Leaving South Africa now is not goodbye, it’s see you later. One day (hopefully soon) I will be back. Until then, I will forever carry this place in a special spot in my heart.

Courtney Streiker

The past three months spent conquering fears and realizing dreams have changed me in a way that I did not imagine possible.

Erin Berni.

My three months in Cape Town turned my world upside down – in a wonderful way. Between spending my days at my internship and my nights and weekends with my VAC family, I felt as though every moment was packed to the brim with unforgettable memories.

Lauren Blodgett

VAC proved invaluable in helping me maximize my time here, both through exploring Cape Town and in accommodating me to my job and daily needs. If you are looking for an epic, perspective-shifting summer, then I would highly recommend Cape Town and VAC to you.

Quinn MacDougal

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Note: Participants of the VACorps program must pay a tuition fee of $2975 (unless otherwise specified). We encourage you to read participant testimonials to understand why the VACorps program experience has so profoundly influenced the lives of our alumni.