The opportunity

Volunteers undertake various duties according to the type of project they are enrolled on. Types of international volunteer projects include conservation, restoration, archaeology, construction, arts, children's play-schemes and teaching. Volunteers live and work within an international group of volunteers coming from all over the world. Volunteer projects last 2-4 weeks with fixed dates. Volunteers usually work 5 days a week for 5-8 hours a day, with 2 days off. Working hours change according to the country, the project and the location.Most projects run between June and September, although we also offer projects in winter and spring. Volunteer projects last 2-4 weeks with fixed dates.

The organisation

Our International Volunteer Programme offers volunteers aged 18+ the opportunity to join international teams of volunteers working on short-term projects in over 60 countries worldwide. A selection of projects is available for teenagers aged 16 and 17. Types of international volunteer projects include conservation, restoration, archaeology, construction, arts, children's play-schemes and teaching.

Projects last for 2-4 weeks with the main season from June to September. Volunteers pay a registration fee of 150 and fund their own travel. Board and accommodation is free of charge for projects in Europe, North America, Japan and South Korea. For projects in Latin America, Asia, Middle East and Africa volunteer pay an extra on arrival fee of approx. 150 that covers food and accommodation, as well as funding the programme in the country.All projects available are listed on the website www.concordiavolunteers.org.uk and the new summer programme is released each year at the end of March.

Skills/Qualifications

Volunteers are not required any specific skills, although strong motivation and commitment to the project is a must.

Times you can volunteer:

• Monday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Tuesday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Wednesday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Thursday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Friday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Saturday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening
• Sunday: Morning , Afternoon , Evening