Steps to Apply
United Planet is committed to making our Quest programs accessible. Admission is based on level of commitment, motivation, responsibility, flexibility, and character. Successful applicants represent all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds. We hope that every candidate who is committed to humanitarian service, discovery, and global friendship will consider applying to United Planet.
Three Easy Steps To Apply
1. Choose your Quest (either short-term 1-12 weeks or long-term 6 months-1 year), select your dates, and fill in the online application.
APPLY for Short-term 1-12 week Quest
APPLY for Long-term 6 month-1 year Quest
2. Submit your deposit at the time of application ($250 for short-term Quests and $350 for long-term Quests). You may pay the deposit on-line with a credit card as part of your application process, call our office at 1-800-292-2316 to provide your credit card information or send a check to our Boston office.
3. A Coordinator from the United Planet team will confirm your application and deposit and arrange a phone interview with you to discuss your Quest of interest.
FAQs
Click here to find out answers to many frequently asked questions about United Planet Quests.
Please contact us a quest@unitedplanet.org, 1-800-292-2316, or 1-617-267-7763 with any further questions. United Planet is open Monday -Friday, 9am-5pm EST.
Request Info
Any questions? Please contact us online at Request Info or call 1-800-292-2316 or 1-617-267-7763. United Planet is open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST.
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Fill out the online application and start to make a difference as a volunteer!
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Short-term Locations
(1-12 weeks)
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Cambodia Chile Costa Rica Ecuador Ghana Guatemala India Italy Japan |
Jordan Mexico Nepal Peru Romania Tanzania Thailand Tibet USA |
Long-term Locations
(6-12 months)
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