Virtual Volunteer & Internship Opportunities
We are all familiar with the effect COVID-19 has had on our lives: keeping us sheltered inside, closing businesses, turning communities into ghost towns, and hospitals into danger zones. We…
Ashley’s First Summer of Service in Romania
Ashley, a student from Davidson College, went on a volunteer Quest to Romania with United Planet. She wrote this reflection when flying to her next destination: Prague, where she took…
The Long Run Impact: Interpersonal Skills
Spending 6 months to a year volunteering isn’t for everyone. Especially doing it in a different country. It requires a selfless desire to positively impact communities as well as a…
Gap Year in Denmark: Let Go of Perfectionism and Embrace Mistakes
Did you take a gap year and have some inspirational stories you’d like to share with others? For many students, a gap year is their first attempt at a solo…
Ajay in Chile: Setting Goals While Volunteering
When volunteering abroad in any country, setting goals to get the most out of your experience can be critical and also very rewarding. Ajay is currently volunteering in Chile and…
Bryan Bernal: Saving Sea Turtles in Costa Rica
Bryan Bernal volunteered in Costa Rica and is also a recipient of the United Planet merit scholarship! His work in the sea turtle conservation quest gave him the opportunity to…
