Volunteer Opportunities

Trip to Peru. Community Development and Healthcare

• A trip to Peru is planned under United Planet from April 5 to April 12, 2025.
  • Community Development in Peru
  • Age: 15 and up
  • Program Length: 1 week
  • Availability: Program begins weekly, every Sunday
  • Requirements: At least basic Spanish
  • Description: “Volunteers ages 15 and up have a variety of options to participate in community development Quests in Peru. Depending on your interests and community needs, you can assist teachers at local schools, work in daycare centers or after-school programs in Cusco, work with disabled youth, or care for the elderly.”
  • Note: “Teens may be asked for a preliminary interview prior to enrollment completion to understand previous experience and motivations.”
• Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Program:
  • Age: 15 and up
  • Program Length: 1 – 6 months
  • Availability: Year-round
  • Description: “This is a great opportunity for teens to experience working for global organizations and gain valuable knowledge and 21st-century skills that can help with boosting college applications and resumes. If you are considering volunteering abroad or taking a gap year abroad, this can be a stepping stone in building your confidence before you travel and immerse yourself in a new culture!”

Global Citizen Leader Internship Program

• This program offers teens the opportunity to develop leadership skills while working on global initiatives. Participants will engage in hands-on projects that address real-world challenges, build cultural understanding, and foster a sense of global responsibility. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving, equipping young leaders to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.