True, lasting impact. Help K-6 grade students with literacy, basic math and science. Organize or paint a classroom. Repair a playground or assist with a school garden.
Assist parents and teachers who are trying to ensure their children can reach their potential. Serve impoverished children and families, and teach English to adult students in the bustling city of Lima. Teach conversational English and immerse yourself in the Polish culture of Siedlce and the mountains of Zakopane. Teach conversational English to elementary, high school, and university students in historic Beja. Lend a helping hand to impoverished families who struggle to earn a living, educate their children and contribute to a spiritually rich community.
Explore the Argentina program Apply to volunteer in Argentina. Our local team on the ground is extremely passionate about their local initiatives, making it easy for volunteers to go above and beyond to make a difference. Volunteer work in Colombia is based either in the capital of Bogota or the coastal city of Cartagena. Programs include Childcare , Elderly Care , Teaching and more.
Explore the Colombia program Apply to volunteer in Colombia. Our Belize program is based on a stunning private island 45 minutes from mainland Belize in the Caribbean, with a focus on preserving endangered marine life.
Volunteers receive comprehensive training so they can assist local marine biologists to gather data, conduct surveys and remove invasive species. You can expect to see lionfish, corals, whale sharks, turtles, queen conch and many more fascinating underwater species on your dives. Volunteers monitor the reef, whale sharks and other marine life, eradicate invasive species, help set sustainable fishing limits and take part in weekly beach clean-ups to preserve the fragile reef ecosystem, protect against global warming and remove harmful plastics from the ocean.
Explore the Belize program Apply to volunteer in Belize. Our USA volunteer programs bring people from all walks of life together under one common cause. This is a unique opportunity to support local organizations and NGOs that work to empower marginalized communities, minority populations and important environmental causes in some of the most vibrant cities across the US.
With volunteer programs in San Diego, New Orleans, Philadelphia and Chicago, this is an exciting chance for Americans to gain a new cultural perspective without crossing any borders. A stunning island in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico is bursting with character and culture. The country is a unique melting pot of influences from South America, Europe, North America and the wider Caribbean, resulting in a laid back, tropical and Latin feel. A gem of the Mediterranean, Croatia is a glistening coastal country that has fast become a favorite for travelers to Europe - especially in the summer and fall.
Our Croatia volunteer program is based in the popular city of Split, which is vibrant all year round, and has become iconic as the film set to a whole bunch of Game of Thrones scenes.
Explore the Croatia program Apply to volunteer in Croatia. Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and one of the most vibrant cultural cities in Europe. The city is bursting with beautiful architecture, rich cultural history, incredible street art and museums.
As one of the sunniest places in Europe, Lisbon benefits from balmy temperatures year-round with a lovely Mediterranean climate. This involves helping restore native forests just outside of Lisbon to help tackle climate change and protect precious ecosystems.
Explore the Portugal program Apply to volunteer in Portugal. Is the appeal of Europe drawing you in? Our Romania volunteer program is the stand-out option, with its misty mountains, vast forests and fascinating history.
The IVHQ Romania volunteer program consistently gets fantastic volunteer feedback, with the in-country program support often singled out for special praise. The local team in Romaina welcomes every volunteer into community, giving you a rare insight into authentic Romanian life and culture.
There is plenty to keep volunteers busy in their downtime, with the rest of Europe on your doorstep. The program is based in the town of Miercurea Ciuc in the distinctive region of eastern Transylvania. Explore the Romania program Apply to volunteer in Romania. Take a volunteer adventure in Barcelona to discover the ins and outs of this cosmopolitan city.
Explore the Spain program Apply to volunteer in Spain. You can experience the peaceful and humble Bedouin way of life in the desert, the fascinating ancient kingdom of Petra and the progressive vibrant city of Amman - where our volunteer programs are based.
Our local coordinator of this unique program was once an IVHQ volunteer herself. Explore the Jordan program Apply to volunteer in Jordan. Our sports volunteer opportunities are about more than you getting outdoors and sharing your passion for games like soccer.
From running physical education classes in Peru, to helping kids learn to swim and surf at a white-sand beach in Cape Town, South Africa, there are plenty of sports coaching programs for you to choose from.
Worried about not having enough experience for volunteering overseas programs, or what you can accomplish if you only have a short time available?
Read our popular blog articles about short term volunteering abroad and overseas volunteering without experience. If you want to go overseas to add professional work experience abroad to your resume, we recommend our internships abroad.
Some of our overseas volunteer programs will be more suited for you than others. Here are the different types of volunteer trips we offer. At Projects Abroad, we believe in empowering young people from a young age to help others.
This is why we designed a program specifically for students ages , our High School Specials. Each High School Special is built around the idea of safe, hassle-free volunteer travel for teenagers. Our High School Specials help you gain independence while you explore the world in a safe environment. They fit perfectly into the summer break, and run from anywhere between weeks, mainly in June, July, and August. Want to learn more about our high school volunteer abroad programs?
Read our popular blogs about what the journey of a High School Special volunteer is really like , and what our best volunteer abroad programs for teenagers are in In addition to High School Specials, we offer volunteer opportunities for middle school students ages Our Middle School Specials are service learning programs designed to give youth an introduction to experiential education and cultural exchange.
They have a high level of supervision and constant support, just like our High School Specials. As a student volunteering with Projects Abroad, you can do hands-on work that adds real value to your studies.
Our internships and volunteering opportunities for college students are built around experiential learning. You get to do things like:. Our best volunteer trips for college students are our Flexi Trips , which give you the space to work independently while still enjoying support from our full-time staff.
If you want to work with a group your age and have an organized schedule, we recommend our Team Trips. International volunteering is an increasingly popular option for students looking to learn and make an impact with their gap year abroad. With Projects Abroad, you can choose to volunteer overseas for a full year, or for just part of your gap year.
We specialize in planning gap years, and we offer a hassle-free and completely flexible experience. You can choose:. You can customize your gap year abroad by combining volunteer trips or internships in different countries , or join our pre-arranged and all-inclusive Global Gap Program.
Looking for a career break with a difference? Interested in breaking away from typical tourist activities for your next holiday? Volunteer abroad as a professional, and use your skills to actively make a difference while you travel and explore. Our Flexi Trips are perfect for working vacations and adults looking for volunteer travel programs.
They give you independence and flexibility, while still giving you structure and support if you need it. We can match you to the project that would benefit most from your skills and experience, and also help you share that with local people through training. You can also volunteer as a retired professional with us. Learn more about our approach to volunteering abroad for professionals. Through our volunteer abroad programs, you can use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to make an impact in developing countries, no matter your age.
Most of our volunteer programs are a great fit for those in their 50s, 60s, and older. If you want to travel more independently, we recommend Flexi Trips, which we can then tailor specifically to your interests. Interested in travelling with a group your age? We also offer an organised group volunteer trip specially designed for older adults and retirees, our Grown-up Specials. These trips run over set dates throughout the year, for two weeks at a time.
Read more about our best volunteer abroad programs for older adults , and the reasons why you should volunteer abroad during retirement. Do something exciting and different for your next family vacation, and volunteer as a family. Many of our volunteer projects are family-friendly, and our hassle-free approach takes all the stress out of planning a trip!
You can volunteer with your partner, children, and other members of your family. No need to worry about leaving little ones at home, we can accept children as young as four years-old on our volunteer programs. Read more about how our volunteering opportunities for families work. Want to get a deeper insight into what volunteering as a family with Projects Abroad is really like?
Read our popular blog about a family who turned the world into their classroom for a few weeks. Our projects are a great fit for anyone who wants to make the most of their break with summer volunteering abroad in You can travel on a volunteer vacation with us at any point over June, July, or August, from as little as one week.
If you want to choose your own dates for to volunteer abroad for the summer, then we recommend joining a Flexi Trip. You can travel over pre-set dates in the summer if you want to join a group, either on a High School Special or Team Trip. Our summer volunteering opportunities are popular, especially for high school students, recent grads, and university students.
We recommend applying early to make sure you get a spot on the project you want. Celebrate the spirit of giving by giving back to communities who need extra support! With Projects Abroad, you can volunteer overseas for the holidays through one of our Team Trips. Our Team Trips take place on set dates throughout the year, and several of these trips have dates through the holiday season. Learn more about winter break volunteering abroad.
Overseas volunteer work caters to people from all walks of life, no matter what your motivation is for volunteering abroad. And during your week, you can will be supporting volunteer projects such as Turtle Conservation, Construction and Renovation, or Kindergarten. If you are after a culturally-rich, exciting and worthwhile volunteer experience, you cannot look past Bali! The projects are all about making the most of your time abroad.
How can you not when you are literally right on the beach? Downtime can be spent exploring Palawan and weekends island hopping. Volunteering just got a whole lot more exciting and what a great program to begin your IVHQ experience! Youth volunteers have the opportunity to work in the local community with children and the elderly, or for those with a love for animals, consider the Wild Elephant Conservation project. If you would like personalized guidance and recommdendations to help plan your teen volunteer abroad program for or , please contact us and our team of Volunteer Travel Specialists will be more than happy to assist.
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