Are you aged 15-18 and ready to contribute to communities around the world...? Volunteering abroad is calling your name.
- Immerse yourself in new countries and cultures
- Develop personal and professional skills.
- Connect with like-minded teens in a safe environment.
What Will I Gain From Volunteering Abroad as a Teen?
- Learn By Doing: Learn new crafts and develop soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork.
- Make Global Friends: Live and work with like-minded teens from around the world.
- Fresh Global Perspectives: Safely step out of your comfort zone and open your mind to different ways of life.
- Create A Positive Impact: Leave a sustainable impact on the communities you visit.
Is Volunteering Abroad Safe?
Yes!
all of our programs are fully supervised from arrival to departure. You will always be accompanied by an experienced member of our team who knows the local area and community inside out.
It's rare, but if any problems or issues arise, there is always trained staff available nearby to keep your teen safe and secure, 24/7.
We also carry out thorough risk assessments to ensure that all of our projects are safe and politically stable. For more information on how we keep our volunteers safe, read our approach to safety and backup.
"From the very first day, our support quite literally could not have been better.
Our main Projects Abroad contact and our two other support staff, did quite literally absolutely everything they could to make our stay easy, enjoyable, stimulating and any other adjective you can think of!" Vicki James
Will I Volunteer Alone?
No! - You won't volunteer alone.
Instead, you'll build lasting friendships with global peers while working together for a better tomorrow.
Since 1992, we've helped 138,000+ volunteers travel abroad and make a difference. Every year we welcome, hundreds of teen volunteers on our 'High School Specials' - programs tailor-made for groups teens aged 15 to 18.
These programs only run during summer vacation and follow structured itineraries, so many other proactive teens find it perfect for using their summer productively.
Join 138,000+ Volunteers since 1992
What Are The Requirements?
All our programs are open to teenagers aged 15-18, however, places are limited.
Volunteering Projects
You don't need previous experience, just passion, openness to new challenges, and being a global thinker.
Internships
On our Internship programs, gain real-world work experience overseas to boost your professional development. You don’t need previous experience, however:
- All interns must provide an academic reference which helps us assess their suitability for a Medical Internship overseas.
- Interns must accept and follow our Intern Code of Conduct and respect the Medical Ethics Policy.
Reach out to our Project Experts who can advise you on which Internship or Volunteering options best fit your passions and ambitions.
Most Popular Volunteer Programs for US Teens
Although all of our programs are packed with life-changing experiences. These are the projects most popular with US teens:
Healthcare
- Medicine Internship with Spanish in Argentina
- Medical Internship in Peru
- Medical Internship in Nepal
Conservation
Childcare
Choose Your Own Adventure...
...and shift your perspective with life-enhancing experiences.
1-3 of 41 Projects
Medical Internship in Peru for Teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,235 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $600 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 16-18
Medical Internship for High School Students in Tanzania
See this project- Price: $3,235 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $600 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 15-18
Conservation in the Galapagos Islands for teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,335 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $650 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 15-18
Help Us To Help You...
Enter your questions below and one of our Project Experts will contact you to start planning your volunteer adventure.
Hear From Our Volunteers
The whole two weeks was a beautiful, fun, rewarding experience. I often find myself wishing to be back. I miss the children, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Alice W, Childcare In Ghana
Every day was different and this made my experience so much more interesting and helped solidify my desire to pursue a medical degree. Kaylie E , Medicine & Spanish In Argentina
Joining this project was one of the best choices I ever made. Being able to help people, learning new things and being able to connect with people from different walks of life made the experience an unforgettable one. Kevin A , Public Health in Cambodia
