Volunteer Abroad in Argentina

From coffee to tango, Argentina conjures images as diverse as the people who inhabit this vast region. Argentina is a complex country, made up of 24 provinces in South America. Buenos Aires, its cultural capital, is largely characterized by both the prevalence of people with European descent and conscious imitation of European styles in architecture. The gauchos and their traditional country lifestyle of self-reliance also influence in the country greatly, as do the traditions of the indigenous peoples (like yerba mate infusions), which have been absorbed into the general culture. As a volunteer here, expect no end to opportunities for outdoor adventure (think Andes Mountains), nightlife, and cultural history.

United Planet is the US and Canadian partner of the International Cultural Youth Exchange, or ICYE. As a volunteer in Argentina, you will be hosted by Subir al Sur, ICYE’s Argentinean partner organization. Their program promotes education for peace and intercultural understanding.

United Planet also offers mid-term (4 weeks to 16 weeks) volunteer programs in Argentina.  Learn more about all of our volunteer programs in Latin and South America.

Volunteers assist with the administration duties of local (usually non-profit) institutions. Help promote the organization through social gatherings, cultural activities, or through other communication platforms. Volunteers may be directly assisting executives, working with the ICYE affiliate, or leading a department.

Volunteers will work with youth at community center focused on supporting the lives of young people. These organizations provide a space for young people to meet, engage in recreation, and form intercultural relationships. While there volunteers provide after school support including, tutoring, social intervention, and organizing events.

Promote sustainable living by volunteering to produce vegetables and practice composting. You will educate the community on these techniques and stimulate awareness for the need of sustainable farming.

Go dancing in one of the many clubs, see a tango show, or visit a nearby coffee shop to refuel your energy.

There are many landmarks to see in Mendoza, including the Terraza Mirador, the Plaza Independencia, or the Memorial de la Bandera de Los Andes.

Go on a kayaking tour to see more of this breathtaking National Park. The park is very well preserved and is open to tourists.

This church, as well as the Catedral de los Santos Pedro y Cecelia, are cultural attractions that are absolutely breathtaking.

• Extensive pre-departure preparation, including a training weekend in New Hampshire with United Planet staff or online
• Food and lodging in your host country
• Airport transfers
• Emergency medical insurance
• In-country orientation upon arrival and ongoing support and supervision throughout your Quest
• Language training
• Mid-year camp (for 1 year volunteers) and final camp
• Monthly stipend for incidental expenses

• 18 – 35 years old (age requirement is flexible)
• Citizen or resident of the United States or Canada

• Volunteers are responsible for booking and covering the cost of their own flights (including pre-departure training).
• Volunteers will obtain the necessary visas with support from our Long-Term staff to volunteer in their host country.