Volunteer abroad
Volunteer work abroad is the most popular choice for a career break. In this section, you can find out:
- How to choose a volunteer project
- Where you can volunteer abroad
- How to make sure your volunteer project is ethical
- Why most volunteer projects need you to pay for it
If you're not quite ready for a career break volunteering abroad yet, read about volunteer holidays and volunteering in the UK.
Facts about volunteering abroad:
- You can volunteer abroad from as little as 1 week to as much as 2 years
- You usually have to pay for your volunteer project unless you go for a year or more
- Most volunteer projects are in poorer countries
- You usually have to be 18 or over to volunteer abroad and there is no maximum age limit
- Almost any professional skill can be used in volunteer work abroad, and some projects require no experience
Career breakers volunteer abroad because:
- We want to help people less fortunate
- We want something more out of a trip abroad than simply travelling
- The skills we learn look great on our CV
- It's an unforgettable experience
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