In this section we provide details of the types of projects that would suit people who are looking to gain experience in medicine, nursing, child care or veterinary sciences.
Caring for vulnerable children in orphanages and medical centres, or birds and animals in wildlife sanctuaries can be an emotionally difficult yet incredibly rewarding way to spend your year abroad. Perhaps you are going on to study medicine at university and would benefit from some practical work experience, or maybe you just want to lend a hand to people who need help. You do not require any previous experience for the vast majority of these projects, just a willingness to learn.
Central America, South America
Training Course
Immerse in the language and culture of another country, learn Spanish from experienced teachers and locals, dive into the deep, ancient history of the region, volunteer if you wish to, and enjoy the natural wonders that the landscape has to offer! We also have an online option available!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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UK At least minimum wage per hour
Ideal for enthusiastic young people, recent graduates & college leavers to gain life experiences while living with a family. An interest in Childcare or teaching is helpful but not obligatory, or perhaps you just want a great 6 month+ stop gap to fill in some time that will enhance your CV.
Posted by: A2Z Family Support Solutions
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Work on community-led initiatives in conservation, community development, education, healthcare, or the arts - virtually and/or in-person. Immerse yourself in new cultures either way, gaining international work experience and networking with professionals in your field - whilst making a difference!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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North America, Europe Paid
Train with professional ski instructors and gain your own qualifications that will allow you to teach in the same season. Following your course, become a snow sports instructor in Canada or Austria and earn money whilst enjoying the season on these fantastic slopes!
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Africa, Asia, South Pacific, Europe, Latin America Volunteer project
Our Short-term Special projects are group trips for 16-19 year olds and run throughout the summer months. If you have time to spare over the summer holidays then why not join us on one of our short programmes designed especially for you.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Finland Competitive Salary
As an Outdoor Instructor, you will deliver a range of fun, memorable and tailored adventurous activities, experiences and adventure holidays aimed at families, individuals and groups. Such as snowmobile tours, ice fishing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
Posted by: Davvi Arctic
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security Initiatives. Take a gap year abroad and work on a project designed to contribute to ending local hunger, achieving food security and improving nutrition while promoting sustainable agriculture. Learn about Fair Trade, Organic Farming Practices - and more.
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Asia Volunteer/internship projects
Our medical internships are an excellent way to boost your medical CV, whether for your career or university application. You'll gain knowledge of an alternative medical system and gain practical experience working alongside doctors and nurses.
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Central America, South America Training Course
Immerse in the language and culture of another country, learn Spanish from experienced teachers and locals, dive into the deep, ancient history of the region, volunteer if you wish to, and enjoy the natural wonders that the landscape has to offer! We also have an online option available!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Asia, Australasia Volunteer project
With a wide range of volunteer projects in Asia (and ten years in the business) get in touch with Kaya Responsible Travel today and start organising a life changing trip! Already got travel plans? Add in some volunteering time and make a positive impact while you explore!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Help communities construct, repair and refurbish their homes, schools and facilities on one of Kaya’s projects. Our building volunteers work on existing initiatives that employ local labour, resources and techniques. Travel the world while giving back and learning from locals along the way!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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UK At least minimum wage per hour
Ideal for enthusiastic young people, recent graduates & college leavers to gain life experiences while living with a family. An interest in Childcare or teaching is helpful but not obligatory, or perhaps you just want a great 6 month+ stop gap to fill in some time that will enhance your CV.
Posted by: A2Z Family Support Solutions
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Africa, Asia, South Pacific, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean. Volunteer project
Volunteering on a Building Project with Projects Abroad will give you a great opportunity to help construct, repair and build houses or classrooms across the developing world. Whatever you are involved with you will have the opportunity to make a long term difference to the community.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Africa, Europe, North America, South and Latin America Volunteer projects (with the exception of paid ski resort jobs in Canada)
Volunteering on childcare projects puts beaming smiles on the faces of vulnerable children. By simple interaction and play, be part of helping children learn English and supporting their carers who really appreciate your help. Oyster offer worthwhile projects in Africa, North and South America.
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Travel off the beaten path and work on community-led teaching and education projects. Work with children in rural schools, help overworked teachers lesson-plan, plan and lead fun, engaging activities, teach skills to adults, teach English, and so much more! Travel and learn about another culture!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, Asia, South Pacific, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean. Volunteer project
Our Short-term Special Projects for 16-19 year olds offer teenagers the chance to volunteer and make a difference during their summer holidays! Projects Abroad has a wide range of projects from our Care & Panda Project in China to Conservation Projects in Peru.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Combine travel with volunteering in exciting, remote destinations throughout Africa, Asia and Latin America. We have projects in a wide variety of subjects (coach sports; track elephants for research; etc.) in locations that could take you to the jungles of Peru or the mountains of Nepal, and more!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Asia Paid - approximately £800/$1000 a month on the Teach and Earn programme. A subsistence of approx. £250 is paid to you each month.
The demand for English teachers around the world is astronomical, take China, where there are 350 million students learning the language at any given time. Whether on a gap year or a graduate, we have the course for you. Choose either to join our Teach and Earn programme or our China TEFL programme
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Africa, Asia & South America Volunteer project
Plan My Gap Year is an award-winning volunteer travel organisation, working across 17 countries in Africa, Asia & South America. PMGY provide a safe, structured and social experience with opportunities available from 1-36 weeks.
Posted by: Plan My Gap Year
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Africa Volunteer Project
As a teaching volunteer in Cape Town, you will educate, support and empower children who come from disadvantaged township communities. This is an exceptional opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful cities in the world, while also contributing to the future of it's poorest citizens.
Posted by: African Impact
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Africa, Asia, Europe, South America Volunteer projects
The demand for English teachers around the world is astronomical, take China, where there are 350 million people learning the language at any given time. Combine teaching and TEFL courses or volunteer in sports or childcare projects to create a rewarding adventure and experience!
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Australasia, North America, Europe, Asia Paid work abroad
Chose from instructing, hospitality and support roles in one of our Canadian ski resorts. Experience the Aussie Outback or the cosmopolitan city of Sydney or Auckland. We offer the chance to earn money teaching in China or Thailand. Travel, gain experience, get to know the locals & enhance your CV.
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Europe Unpaid
An excellent way to gain work experience, this internship in Romania offers hands-on experience in a children's hospital and home visits with a mobile medical unit, a chance for you to learn about more conditions and treatments. For those interested in medicine, this is a great internship.
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Africa Volunteer project
Specialising in ethical and sustainable volunteer abroad projects, Kaya Responsible Travel have a wide breadth of choice when it comes to projects in Africa. With dozens of projects in 11 countries, discover the incredible scenery and varied wildlife of Africa while making a positive impact!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, Asia, the South Pacific, Eastern Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean. Voluntary Project
Projects Abroad offers the chance to care for underprivileged children in orphanages, day care centres, special-needs centres and kindergartens. As a volunteer you will enhance the growth, development and well-being of the children.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Africa Volunteer Project
As a medical volunteer in a rural Zulu area of South Africa, you will gain real insight into the daily struggles of those living in poverty. Through clinic work, home-based care initiatives and HIV education, you will make a positive difference in the lives of those less fortunate.
Posted by: African Impact
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Africa, Asia, the South Pacific, Eastern Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean. Volunteer project
Projects Abroad offers the unique experience to immerse yourself in the local culture through our Culture & Community Projects. Whether you are on our Nomad Project in Mongolia or participating on our Khmer Project, you will become an important part of a local community overseas.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Africa, Asia & South America Volunteer project
PMGY offer some of the most amazing childcare volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
Posted by: Plan My Gap Year
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Africa, South America Volunteer project
Take part in coaching a range of sports including football, rugby, cricket, netball or swimming. Help and support groups of disadvantaged children around the world. Combine sport with the opportunity to travel and make a difference.
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Travel off the beaten path and work on community-led initiatives in conservation, community development, education, healthcare, or the arts. Immerse yourself in new cultures and the Spanish language, hike mountains, explore ruins, tunnel through jungles - and make a difference!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, Asia & South America Volunteer project
PMGY offer some of the most amazing medical volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 2-weeks to 6-months.
Posted by: Plan My Gap Year
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Africa, Asia & South America Volunteer project
PMGY offer some of the most amazing teaching volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
Posted by: Plan My Gap Year
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Africa Training Course
Learn French or Arabic in Morocco through a combination of classes with an experienced teacher and native speaker, cultural workshops, and local buddy chats. This 8-week online language programme includes 2 hours of one-on-one language classes each week and can be combined with an online internship.
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, Asia & South America Volunteer project
PMGY offer some of the most amazing Under 18 volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
Posted by: Plan My Gap Year
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Africa, Asia, the South Pacific, Eastern Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean. Volunteer project
By volunteering on a Medicine & Healthcare Project you will have the opportunity to experience the challenges faced by medical institutions across the developing world. You will have the chance to gain work experience whilst helping some of the poorest people in the world.
Posted by: Projects Abroad
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Travel off the beaten path and work on community-led public health and medical initiatives. Join locals in hospitals abroad, rural health clinics or help perform home visits. Assist in wide-ranging areas such as nutrition, nursing, midwifery, and even equine therapy, to name just a few!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa, North America, South America, Europe Volunteer and paid positions
Take part in coaching a range of sports including football, rugby, cricket, netball, swimming or skiing. Help and support groups of disadvantaged children around the world or enjoy combining your love of skiing or snowboarding with instructing. Combine sport and travel passions and make a difference
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Canada Dependant upon experience
Become a qualified ski instructor in the world-class resort of Whistler! Spend your days on the mountain, earning money and teaching kids to ski. We include a Level One Ski Instructor course and are recruiting right now!
Posted by: Oyster Worldwide
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Africa, Asia, Australasia, Central America, South America Volunteer Project
Travel off the beaten path and have a blast working on community-led sports development initiatives. Organise activities for children at community and childcare centres, in schools or on after-school programs. Coach games, build confidence and work the body and mind!
Posted by: Kaya Responsible Travel
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Africa Volunteer Project
The focus of this project is to care for and support abandoned and orphaned children in emergency care homes and after-school care facilities in Cape Town. Volunteers get to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, all the while assisting with early childhood development.
Posted by: African Impact
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