Volunteer in Europe
Volunteer in Europe: 1-52 Weeks

United Planet’s unique Volunteer Abroad Quest program combines volunteering abroad, language learning, cultural activities, interesting excursions, and more to provide an incredibly fulfilling experience for volunteers and valuable support for local communities worldwide.

Volunteers of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds are invited to join from 1-12 weeks in Romania or Italy. Long-term programs from six months to one year are available in France, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Finland Iceland, Moldova, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK. Volunteers can work on a range of projects from working in orphanages to working with the elderly.

Short-term Quest (1-12 Weeks):
•Romania and Italy

•Popular with students and families during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Adventurers and retirees may join programs year-round.

Group Quests:
•Universities, Schools, Corporate, Youth Groups, Spiritual Organizations.

Long-term/Gap Year Quest (6 months; 1 year):

More Information:

• Frequently Asked Questions about Volunteer Programs
• Volunteer Testimonials
• Why pay to volunteer abroad?
• About United Planet
• Contact Us

Quests projects vary by location and are offered to both skilled and unskilled volunteers.

United Planet Short-term Quests (1-12 Weeks Year-Round)

Volunteer in the heart of Transylvania!  Experience rural Romanian life by living and working at an orphanage and farm nestled in the Carpathian Mountains. or support people with disabilities in Italy and help them to improve linguistic and physical skills. Experience Europe in a way most tourists can not!

United Planet offers three different countries in Europe and Turkey for short-term volunteer opportunities. Quest programs range from  healthcare to orphanage work, construction work, child care and social work. Volunteers support community development through placements at local organizations. Please visit the individual country pages for more details on projects offered in each location.

*Please note that volunteers must be at least 18 yrs of age to join the Short Term Quest in Italy unless accompanied by an adult or guardian. The Italy program is available for 4 – 12 week placements.

United Planet Long-term Quests (Jan or Aug 2009 Start Date)

Are you planning to take some time off next semester or next fall? Taking a gap year before starting college? The long-term programs offered to U.S. and Canadian citizens through United Planet’s partner organization ICYE afford you the ability to volunteer for six months or one year in eight different countries in Europe. Volunteers support community development through placements at local organizations, clinics and schools. Project placements vary by country. Please visit Long-Term Quest page for more details on projects offered in each location.

*Please note that volunteers must be at least 18 years of age to join a Long-term Quest;

age requirements also vary by country.

Dates and Fees

Short-term Quests are available year-round with two start dates per month. Specific start dates vary by location. Long-term Quests begin in January and August of 2009.

• Short-term Quest fees start at: $1645
• Long-term Quest fees start at: $5965
  

  Program Fees Include:

• Preparation & training before departure
• Food & lodging in-country (call for details)
• Airport transportation
• Cultural activities and excursions
• Emergency medical insurance
• Ongoing support from Coordinators

  Fees do not include:

• Visa processing charges
• International airfare
• Any required vaccinations or immunizations
• Local transportation

  Apply Now:

1. Choose your Volunteer Quest Country and then fill in the online application. 
2. Submit your deposit together with the application.
3. The Regional Coordinator in the Boston office will contact you to arrange a phone interview.

  Contact us:

 United Planet is open 9am to 5pm EST Monday-Friday