Germany Volunteer Quest
Volunteer in Germany: 6 or 12 months

"United Planet opened new door to my experience, turning my dream into reality. I got to experience new wonderful activities that forever will stay in my memory. It's a truly blend of culture, people, language, cuisine, lifestyle and FUN!"

– Chom Pasidparchya, United Planet volunteer in Germany

The purpose of this Quest is to promote a deeper level of cultural exchange and understanding through meaningful volunteer work at local organizations and immersion in the host community.

Volunteer opportunities begin August and January of each year:

1) Projects with Children – Volunteers work with children in kindergartens, day care centers or nurseries. It is a great opportunity to practice German!  Tasks include creating activities or games for the children in addition to playing with and caring for them. This type of project also offers the chance experience many religious and cultural events.

2) Projects working with People with Disabilities - Volunteers work with physically and mentally disabled children. The center works with its members, empowering them by helping them become more self-sufficient, dispelling prejudices and providing activities for them that involve the local community. Volunteer tasks include taking care of the children - washing and feeding them, going for walks, cleaning, playing with them and other activities.

3) Projects working with the Elderly - Volunteers provide elderly individuals company, a conversation partner, a listening ear and assistance with getting around to various daily activities.  This project gives you the chance to experience German culture from those who know it the best.

4) Social Projects - Volunteers assist in a local organization that works with youth who come from disadvantaged backgrounds.  This project aims to provide their inhabitants with family-like surroundings, close contacts, as well as to advance their development and sense of security. Volunteers normally learn about and assist in various types of classes as well as assisting the residents with daily activities. 

Volunteer Accommodations

Volunteers live with host families or in an apartment at the host placement.

Are you interested in volunteering in Germany? Read more about ICJA, the ICYE partner in Germany!

Read about the application process, deadlines and program fees for the Germany Quest.

• Volunteers must be 18 years of age to participate in the Germany Quest.
  
• United Planet can send volunteers who are citizens of the United States and Canada or those who are currently living in the U.S. and Canada.  Citizens and residents of other countries must contact the ICYE partner in their home country. United Planet can send people from any country to our short-term Quest locations for 1-12 week programs.  Some of our short-term volunteer placements can be extended for longer stays.  Please contact us for more information about volunteering with United Planet.