General
Q: What is SEALNet? What do you do?
A: You can learn more about us here: http://www.sealnetonline.org/about-us/our-mission/



Application Process

Q: What kind of applicants are you looking for?
A: We are looking for college students who value commitment, passion, diversity, and open-mindedness. You do not need to have had extensive service experience. We ask that you be open to new experiences and be willing to share and learn with your fellow teammates.



Q: What is the difference between the mentor and mentee teams?
A: The mentor team includes 13 international students from all over the world. This year, we have members from the US, Canada, UK, Germany, Morocco, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, Hong Kong. They are all college students (Stanford, Cornell, MIT, Wellesley, Cambridge, Oxford, London School of Economics and Political Science,  University of Melbourne, University of Hong Kong, Al Akhawayn University). As a mentee, you will be paired up with a mentor and work, make friend, share with each other throughout the project.  


Q: I am a high school student/I have graduated from college already. Can I apply?
A: Our projects are targeted at college students. But graduating high school students and college graduates who can demonstrate their ability to work collaboratively with a team of college students are welcome to apply, but they are only accepted on a very exceptional basis. Feel free to contact the project leaders regarding your situation.



Q: Why are the essays limited to a few hundred words? What if I wish to write more?
A: Due to the large number of applications, we ask that you be concise in your answers.

Q: I would like to learn more about the projects/application process before applying…
A: The project descriptions provide you with a very good idea of the projects. If you still have any queries about the projects, contact the project leaders.

Q: Can I submit my writing responses in Vietnamese?
A: If accepted, you will be working in a team of international students from all over the world, with English is the main language for communication. Thus we ask you to fill out and submit your application in English. However, you have the option of including a link to your response in the other language under section additional comments. 



Q: When can I expect to hear back about the status of my application?
A: You will hear back from the project leaders by 1st June 2013.

Finances
Q: Do I have to pay for lodging/food…?
A: SEALNet’s policy is to cover all the on-site expenses except the travel expenses to the site. Thus you are expected to get to (and leave) the project site at your own expense. Once you are there, all food and lodging on the ground will be provided for by SEALNet for the duration of the trip. You should bring along some cash, though, just in case you wish to purchase souvenirs. You will also have to pay for any recreational activities that you choose to partake in on the project’s fun day.



Trip Details
Q: What is expected of me as a SEALNet project participant?
A: Teamwork: Each participant plays an integral part in the project and will have a specific role to play. You should be prepared to be fully present and attentive and to participate fully-heartedly in the project.
Learning and Growth: We take the learning and growth of our participants very seriously. Be open to the new experiences you will encounter with the different local communities and share your reflections with your teammates.
Friendship: We hope that everyone will cultivate long-lasting friendships and have an awesome experience.
We look forward to learning, sharing and growing with you over the projects!



Q: I have a summer internship/school/program. Can I come late/leave early for the project?
A: Since each project aims to accomplish quite a lot during the two weeks on the ground, we will need each and every member for every single day of the program.