3rd week free in 2026 | Volunteer for an incredible sloth and animal rescue center in Costa Rica! This program is open to all volunteers. Help feed and care for 150+ animals and gain hands-on experience in wildlife care.
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Do you want to volunteer abroad, but don’t have much time? Don’t worry! We have several week-long projects for you to choose from! Whether you’d like to be a part of wildlife conservation efforts, marine conservation, medical efforts or you really want to teach English abroad, we have it all!
3rd week free in 2026 | Volunteer for an incredible sloth and animal rescue center in Costa Rica! This program is open to all volunteers. Help feed and care for 150+ animals and gain hands-on experience in wildlife care.
Join a leading wildlife ranch in South Africa and help care for over 90 species, including endangered big cats and reptiles. Volunteers assist with daily husbandry, enrichment, and conservation tasks, gaining hands-on experience while learning from professional staff.
Help provide education enrichment for underprivileged children in San Jose. During this program, you will learn Spanish, volunteer on social programs for children, and explore Costa Rica during your free time.
Volunteer in San Jose and provide medical care to those in need. Join a health care, dental or medical placement and make a difference. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore Costa Rica and meet new friends from around the world.
This pre-medical internship offers observational experience in a public hospital, giving students a firsthand look at patient care and clinical teamwork. Designed for aspiring medical and nursing students, it provides structured exposure to multiple wards, community health activities, and traditional Ayurvedic practices.
Go on an adventure of a lifetime in South Africa and volunteer for the conservation of the Marine Big Five species! Gain hands-on work experience in marine conservation with a highly reputable organization.
Volunteer at a South African Wild Cat Sanctuary to aid in the care and rehabilitation of rescued big cats. Contribute to conservation efforts, enjoy educational activities, and finish with a thrilling 3-day safari in Kruger National Park.
Volunteer on a famous historic boat and contribute to dolphin conservation by collecting vital data. Sail along the beautiful Italian coastline with a dedicated team of researchers and international volunteers.
Join a program in Seoul that combines a guided Culture Week with a hands-on childcare volunteering placement. Begin with a week exploring the city’s culture and neighborhoods, then support a local nonprofit through educational and recreational activities from week two onward.
Join a program in Seoul that begins with a guided Culture Week and continues with rescued animal care volunteering. Support a nonprofit animal shelter while living and exploring South Korea’s capital.