Description

There are generally 20-30 projects in Ireland each year - some with disability organizations, some with community organizations, some with environmental organizations. The volunteer will be one of a team of international volunteers joining in a specific project with the organizations above.

Highlights

* Great way to learn about volunteering and community development
* Great way to meet people from many different cultures and countries
* Great way to get to know Ireland in a deeper way
* Learn new skills - build a dry stone wall; cook for 8-10 people; etc

Qualifications

The most important qualities we need are enthusiasm, flexibility and willingness to experience something completely new. All volunteers must be 18 or over. Some projects require certain skills e.g. language; these will be stated in the project description. The success of the project depends largely on the willingness of individual volunteers to involve themselves in the group-life by 'mucking in', communicating and making friends with other volunteers and in the local community.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

60-150

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing

Program Fees Include:

Free food and accommodation + insurance while on project

Salary/Pay

Free food and accommodation + insurance while on project

Experience Required

yes

It depends on the individual project

Volunteer Types

• Environment
• Handicapped
• Volunteering
• Youth

Typical Volunteer

Interested in people and helping to make a better world; flexible; enjoys working with people and having fun.

Age Range

18-65

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 6-12

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview

Typically The Application Process Time is

4-5 days

Voluntary Service International's Mission Statement

To promote peace, social justice, sustainable development and intercultural understanding through volunteering in Ireland and internationally.

Year Founded

1965