Work exchange in India: Help me edit my debut novel

What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

I completed an epic historical philosophical adventure novel set in 18th century India that ends in the near future. I need help in editing the more than 1000 page fictional story. Only those with requisite university degrees and those who have experience in this field need apply. It is mandatory for applicants to have a published book through any medium to apply for the position. It will be helpful if the volunteer has publishing experience.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Beginner French
Between 24 and 65 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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5 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Homestay

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.0

How this experience will transform you

4 Meeting locals
4 Immersing in the local culture
3 Meeting international travelers
3 Get in touch with nature
2 Practicing English
2 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

2 2. Zero hunger
1 1. No poverty
1 13. Climate action

Stephanny

Costa Rica

I had a great time at the home place. He's super friendly, explained everything clearly, and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. The work was just as described, and the food was amazing—homemade and healthy. I also got to learn about the local area and culture, which made the experience even better. Totally recommend it!

3 months ago

Carli

Chile

I didn't have a pleasant experience, the room that he gave me wasn't appropriate, next day he switched me to another room, it was a lot better, but a rat was in the washroom almost every night. The host and his wife didn't socialize with me, he asked me to left before. I was cleaning a very dirty washroom with an acid that he gave me to clean, and I was sweating cleaning with that toxicity, no protection and warm. He went and told me to do it quick. I replied angry "can you see me how I am, I can't do it quickly" and he said that he didn't mean it, at the end i said sorry to yelling and left.

5 months ago

John replied

The first bad experience with a worldpacker volunteer . There was an underlying bad vibe around her from the moment she walked in. She is divorced, unhappy, has anger issues and is overweight. I would even say that she is a threat to others and herself.

SURYA VAMSHI

India

The experience was mindblowing. Johnson was an excellent host; the place was beautiful, with a big garden. He explained the tasks that needed to be done and gave me the time to do them. He is an honest, open-minded guy and expects the people coming there to be the same. He frequently asked me if I had any issues with the food and accommodation. He even took me on a small tour along the backwaters. The food offered here was delicious,they offer good local food. Johnson respects the work hours and abides by them.He is very particular about the quality of my work, which enabled me to learn a lot.

about 1 year ago

Priyanka

India

Staying with Johnson homestay was an excellent experience. The host is friendly and helpful. We requested for a little comfortable room and he immediately arranged a room for us. The work is easy and exact same as mentioned in the description. They cooked a homely and tasty food for us. I would definitely recommend this experience.

over 1 year ago

John replied

Thanks and good luck to you both. Welcome back anytime.

Teenu

India

An amazing host with proper food and stay. The host was flexible throughout the stay. He listens well and also provides proper tools to work with. Food was cooked in a healthy and good environment. He helped me to know much about locals and it was a great experience to work with.

almost 2 years ago

John replied

Thank you. It was so nice to host our first packer volunteer with you. If those who follow are like you, we are in for a creditable association with this organization.

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