Description

China is an amazing country to do volunteer work abroad. There are no previous qualifications or experience needed to volunteer on most of our care projects in China. Regardless of whether you are a gap year student or on a career break, all you need is energy and enthusiasm to be welcomed by your host organization. You will be able to offer a valuable contribution and play a large role in relieving the workload of local staff.

You will also add to the children's quality of life, not only through the development of their social skills, but also through exposing them to new cultures and ideas. Some placements are only available to those with some experience in physical therapy or occupational therapy, so please let us know about any qualifications and experience you may have.

Volunteering abroad on a Care project in China gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children in Chengdu and Shanghai. You will likely be asked to help with a wide range of activities depending on the age group and needs of those you are working with. You may be required to help the staff with basic care duties at certain times of the day, but there will be other times when the work is less structured and you can help by simply playing with the children.

Projects Abroad also works with several kindergartens in and around Chengdu and Shanghai. Here volunteers will be able to assist local teachers with all kinds of educational activities, such as arts and crafts and reading and writing. There are normally between 40 and 50 children in each class, so any help that you can provide will be appreciated.

Highlights

There is also the opportunity to work at centers for disabled children. Volunteers help with support and care offered to residents and day visitors, accommodating both young children and teenagers. Centers provide physical rehabilitation, education, and nursing care for many children. Both physically and mentally stimulating exercises are used to improve the children's capabilities and lead to a healthier life.

Although some of the staff on the care projects speak only a basic level of English, the enthusiasm of both the staff and children ensures that you will be able to make yourself understood. Both the Projects Abroad staff and your supervisor will always be available to ensure you make the most of your time in China.

Intern Types

• Occupational, Envir. Health
• Health Sciences

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

- accommodation
- food
- medical and travel insurance
- placement
- 24 hour in country staff support
- airport transfers

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Childcare/children
• Disability Issues
• Orphans
• Youth

Age Range

16 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992