Help, learn and explore with Projects Abroad by participating in a worthwhile international volunteer placement or internship. Spending time overseas with Projects Abroad can last from two weeks to a year in 24 different countries around the world in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe or Latin America and the Caribbean. Whether you care for children in a Mexican orphanage, work on a veterinary internship in India, help with English classes in Peru or participate in a medical project in Ghana, you will be joining a community of volunteers and local people, all working together to better their lives and their community.

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Volunteer Abroad

If you want to spend a period of time working as an international volunteer in the developing world, look no further than Projects Abroad. Directly-employed staff in every destination will organize all aspects of your project and guide you through your time abroad. Whether you are looking to gain some work-experience, help others less fortunate than yourself or simply experience a new culture, a voluntary experience with Projects Abroad will benefit both you and the community you choose to visit.

Care volunteers work in orphanages, care centers, kindergartens, special needs schools and on HIV/AIDS projects devoting their attention and energy to underprivileged children.

Teaching volunteers work in local schools and universities providing instruction to children and adults in conversational English skills as well as IT, French and a variety of other subjects.

Conservation & Environment volunteers work on a variety of projects promoting environmental sustainability and awareness, and contributing to the preservation of our natural world.

Sports volunteers coach in schools and fitness programs to improve children's sports talents and provide them with access to organized, healthy activities.

Culture & Community volunteers work on a variety of programs aimed to immerse them in the culture of their chosen destination, and offer them access to learn about particular projects or practices within a chosen community.

Archaeology volunteers participate in digs at archaeological sites in Romania or the uncovering and mapping of Incan ruins in Peru.

Building volunteers make a long-term impact in marginalized communities by providing the labor and materials to construct and refurbish homes and schools.

Performing Arts volunteers use their artistic skills to work with children and enhance arts education while improving their own practice in developing areas.

Intern Abroad

An international internship with Projects Abroad is a great way to gain work experience in the developing world. Placements are offered in a variety of internship areas, and are individualized to accommodate your experience and goals. Interns will have a direct supervisor who will guide your work experience, with additional support from overseas staff. A Projects Abroad internship is the perfect opportunity to combine your education or career interests with travel.

Medicine & Healthcare volunteers learn about medicine in developing nations through placements in hospitals and clinics rotating between medical departments or focusing on physical therapy, dentistry, nursing or midwifery.

Journalism volunteers can work in either print or broadcast media gaining work experience and learning from local employees about journalistic practice in another country.

Law & Human Rights volunteers work with a law firm or human rights organization learning about international legal practices or gaining insight into the multi-faceted nature of human rights advocacy.

Business volunteers work with international and local organizations and gain work experience within an office environment in the area of their interest.

Veterinary Medicine & Animal Care volunteers work in veterinary clinics and animal shelters learning animal care and treatment as well as gaining insight into cultural dimensions of veterinary medicine.

Projects Abroad also offers language courses in Arabic, French, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish both alongside a volunteer or internship placement, or on their own. Living with a host family and becoming part of the local community while spending time abroad is a great chance to learn a language or improve on what you've learned.

Destinations

Volunteer and internship placements are available in 24 countries throughout the world:

Africa	Asia & the South Pacific
Ethiopia	Cambodia
Ghana	China
Morocco	Fiji
Senegal	India
South Africa	Mongolia
Tanzania	Nepal
Togo	Sri Lanka
	Thailand

Latin America & the Caribbean	Eastern Europe
Argentina	Moldova
Bolivia	Romania
Brazil
Jamaica
Mexico
Peru

Volunteers in Action

This video provides an overview of Projects Abroad's international volunteer work in Peru. Watch more Projects Abroad videos »

Who Volunteers

People of all ages and backgrounds have something to offer the communities that Projects Abroad works with. This is reflected in the composition of the volunteer groups within each destination; you will find high school and college-age students mixing with graduates and career-breakers, and you will see retired volunteers mixing with gap-year students. This diversity means there are always interesting perspectives to be found, and new people you can identify with. Often you will form strong friendships with the person you least expect! Learn more »

Program Fees & Placement

Projects Abroad's program fees include accommodation, food, airport pick-up and drop-off, full travel insurance, medical insurance, in-country induction, support and 24 hour back-up from in-country staff, personalized MyProjectsAbroad webpage, pre-departure support from in-country Desk Officer by email and phone, and visa support (if applicable).

Wherever possible, volunteers live with local host families where they are truly immersed in local culture and tradition. Where host families are unavailable, shared volunteer accommodation is provided.

Placements can last aywhere from two weeks up to one year. There are no specific start dates, so you can begin your placement any day you would like. It is recommended you submit your application at least 2-3 months before your desired start date.

Connections

Projects Abroad
347 W. 36th St., Suite 903
New York, NY 10018
888.839.3535 (USA)
877.921.9666 (Canada)
info@projects-abroad.org
www.projects-abroad.org

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