What is STEP?
The Short-Term Exchange Programme (STEP) offers students a condensed but immersive international experience. Over 4–6 weeks — typically during the summer holidays — you live with a host family, explore your destination country and build friendships that last a lifetime. STEP is ideal for students who want to experience exchange before committing to a full year, or for those whose family or school situation makes a long-term exchange difficult.
How STEP Works
Apply through District 3250
Submit your Expression of Interest and full application to our RYE Chair.
Get matched
Rotary matches you with a host family and destination country based on your preferences.
Pre-departure orientation
Attend a mandatory orientation session covering rules, expectations and cultural preparation.
Live with your host family
Spend 4–6 weeks immersed in a new culture, attending activities organised by the host district.
Return & share
Come home and present your experience to your local Rotary club.