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Environmental Sustainability Volunteer Abroad Projects

In the developing world, environmental challenges often take a back seat to seemingly more pressing social and economic development issues — but they are undoubtedly linked. Preserving the environment is necessary for improved quality of life and can even contribute to economic and social development.

United Planet is committed to a variety of environmental and wildlife projects around the world. There are many volunteer abroad opportunities for both short-term and long-term professional, non-professional, and virtual volunteers to make a critical difference in environmental sustainability and conservation worldwide.

Check out why you should consider virtual volunteering or a virtual internship program and how you can still make an impact while you’re at home.

Check out some of our volunteer destinations!

Volunteer Abroad in Costa Rica!

Short- & Long-Term Quest to Costa Rica Available: Support ecological projects in rural areas—sea turtle & butterfly conservation, and ecological reserve protection. Spanish lessons are available for additional costs.

Volunteer Abroad in Peru!

Short-Term Quest in Peru Available: Support after-school programs, rural development, wildlife, and animal rescues, or volunteer at global health project to shadow doctors and nurses in local clinics in Cusco.

Available Environmental Sustainability Projects

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Conservation Quests

We have all heard the importance of conservation, “going green,” and recycling. We know it’s a big deal, so why don’t we do something about it? Join the efforts to sustain and conserve diverse environments across the globe.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Costa Rica

Short-term locations: Costa Rica, Ecuador
Mid-Term Locations: Honduras, Indonesia, Philippines
Long-term locations:
Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, Philippines

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Animals/Wildlife Quests

The animals that need our help the most are not the ones we see in cute YouTube videos. Aid neglected and endangered species around the world first-hand and learn about preserving natural habitats for future generations.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Costa Rica, India

Short-term locations: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru
Long-term locations: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Finland, India, Mexico

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Agriculture Quests

Dig into the varied agriculture work on a tea plantation in Japan. At this unique spot you may be planting, harvesting, learning how to make green tea, or pruning and seeding and gaining knowledge of how to maintain the tea plants throughout the season.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Rwanda

Short-term locations: Japan
Mid-term locations: Argentina, Honduras, Philippines
Long-term locations: Argentina, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, India, Philippines

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Environmental Education Quests

What does the environment mean to you? Share your appreciation for our natural habitat by helping others realize what their environment means to them. Conversations will focus on sustainability and the importance of preserving unique habitats around the world.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Costa Rica, Nepal, India, Sierra Leone, Vietnam

Short-term locations: Ecuador
Mid-term locations: Honduras, Philippines
Long-term locations: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Honduras, India, Mexico

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Tourism/Hospitality Internships

Please note: Tourism/Hospitality programs are only available as international internships.

Get an inside look into the beauty of another culture. Tourism is on the rise, and for good reason. Broaden your perspective by looking at the tourist and hospitality industry through the lens of a local community’s culture and traditions.

Short-term locations: Nepal, Peru
Mid-term locations: Honduras
Long-term locations: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras

How to Get Started

1. Choose a Project

Decide where you want to volunteer, the type of work you want to do, and when you want to go. Not sure? Contact us! We’d love to help.

2. Enroll

Submit your online enrollment form and deposit to make it official and start your journey. We will match you with the best program based on your background, interests, and community need.

3. Get Ready!

Your Program Coordinator will complete an informational phone session with you, confirm your volunteer project placement, and support you every step of the way as you prepare.

Have questions? We’re here for you. We’d love to help.

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