Michelle

Travel information

I am currently

Description

My name is Michelle, a 31-year-old Canadian currently traveling solo through South East Asia. I am eager to immerse myself in the cultures of the countries I visit, and I am seeking a volunteer opportunity that allows me to contribute to a local project while gaining valuable hands-on experience.
I hold a Bachelor’s in Business and a Master’s in Accounting, with a deep passion for budgeting, entrepreneurship, and finance. However, beyond my professional background, I am an active, mindful, and outdoors-oriented individual. I enjoy hiking, cycling, snowboarding, and practicing yoga daily.

Professionally, I bring over 10 years of experience working as a financial controller in international firms. I am skilled in project management, budgeting, and public speaking, with fluency in both French and English. I am also currently improving my Spanish to enhance my business proficiency. In addition to my corporate skills, I have always worked in customer service, ranging from pharmacy and restaurant work to banking, which has allowed me to develop strong interpersonal skills.
On a more personal note, I come from a family with a strong connection to the outdoors. My father owns a piece of land where I assist with wood chopping, and I have an natural affinity for outdoor tasks. This, combined with my love for new challenges, makes me excited to step outside my comfort zone and contribute to a volunteer experience and cultural exchange.

I am particularly interested in learning about sustainable projects whatever the nature may be and really immerse in local practices. I believe my background in project management, coupled with my hands-on work ethic, would allow me to be a valuable asset to your team. Whether it’s assisting with planting, harvesting, or daily farm operations, I am eager to contribute and learn.
Thank you for considering my proposal. I would be thrilled to discuss how I can be of help to your farm and how my skills can support your work.
Best regards,

Interests

Water sports

Culture

Team sports

Sustainability

Self development

Music

Plant care

Languages

Gardening

Cooking & food

Winter sports

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Fitness

Cycling

Camping

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
First language is French, perfectly fluent in English (studied and worked in English 15+ years), begginer in Spanish

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

House sitting

Gardening

Animal Care

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Able to teach about:  

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

Teaching

More details about your skills

Multi skilled lady always looking for a challenge and to achieve and perform in what I learn
- Hosting and waitressing at 5 star hotels in Canada 💁🏻‍♀️🥘🍺
- Karma yogi and receptionist at Yoga Studio, will obtain Yoga Teacher Training certification in July 2025 🧘🏻‍♀️
- Social Media (@m_castellii on IG)
- Financial analysis and cost reduction initiatives, profitability analysis, help with lowering costs, managing finances (Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada) 📊👩🏻‍💼
- Banking consultant for 5 years 💰
- Animation of shows and nights, family business working on a travelling fair / carnival every summer since I am young 🎡🎠 Worked in the restaurant, cotton candy, water racer game, bingo animation, selling tickets, managing the operations, hiring new help, marketing for new locations, etc.
- My dad is your typical Canadian lumberjack. I can definitely help around with anything outdoors requiring hard work🪵

Age

31

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No allergies

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  Special dietary requirements
  None :)