2-4 Weeks Volunteer Programs in Barcelona, Spain

Dive into a life-changing adventure with the Marine Conservation program in Barcelona! This unique opportunity lets you explore the underwater wonders of the Mediterranean while actively contributing to preserving its delicate marine ecosystem. As you immerse yourself in Barcelona's vibrant culture, you'll gain invaluable scuba diving skills, connect with like-minded volunteers from around the globe, and make a tangible difference in the fight against ocean pollution. Join us for an unforgettable journey where every dive is a step towards a cleaner, healthier ocean.

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 147,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back—it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

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Spain attracts travelers with its old-world charm and vibrant people. Explore the country in a way most tourists never will! Beyond experiencing ancient sites and modern cities, you become exposed to a beautiful and untainted Spain. Dive into an unforgettable and authentic experience through community collaboration in our partner local communities on this student travel program to Spain! Focus on environmental conservation as you connect with locals. Our Spanish adventure takes you through all the must-see places and beyond the tourist track. These are adventures you do not want to miss! Program Options: Spain: Sustainable Communities & Mediterranean Culture - 17-day high school program through Madrid, Malaga, Granada, and Barcelona

Have you always dreamed of living in Spain? Whether you are a soccer fanatic, a Flamenco aficionado or a foodie in search of the best paella – you will surely fall in love with the deeply rooted Spanish culture. Join World Explorers to teach English in Spain. You will live with a local host family where you will be considered part of the familia for one to three months. You will have the opportunity to exchange your language and culture with the locals. We want you to come back from your trip with a Spanish lisp! In exchange for a clean and comfortable room and full board, all you have to do is share your native language with your hosts for 15 hours per week. The goal for your family is to practice their conversational English. This is not about teaching them reading, writing and grammar. To them, this program is about engaging in conversation and feeling comfortable communicating in English with you. No prior teaching experience is necessary! CHI works with trusted overseas partners in Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville to find the best host families possible. You will have a local coordinator throughout your stay in Spain and make new friends that will last a lifetime!

The NGO enriquezArte offers training on Community Building, centered around the creation and management of communities. We welcome students and volunteers from all over the world who aim to experience community life in Barcelona. The goal is integral personal development based on creative methodology with greater participation and involvement. The challenge for students is their own commitment to work on personal development, with individual and community goals. From our years of experience in developing projects, we create a dynamic of inclusivity and social participation.

Barcelona's laws protect all abandoned animals, making local shelters essential for managing stray cat colonies, caring for shelter animals, and promoting adoptions. The Animal Care Project offers volunteers the opportunity to support the welfare of abandoned cats in local shelters. These non-profit organizations aim to protect cats, raise awareness about animal abandonment, and facilitate adoptions into loving homes. What to expect: • Support the care and well-being of abandoned cats. • Help maintain a clean and safe environment for the animals. • Participate in events to promote animal adoption and raise awareness. Daily tasks: • Maintain clean living spaces for the cats. • Assist with feeding the cats. • Provide companionship by playing and socializing with the cats. • Help maintain outdoor spaces. • Support campaigns to raise awareness about animal abandonment. • Help with social media and photography to promote the cause.

Barcelona is a city where the option to euthanize rejected animals has been banned for over ten years. The outcome of this is that many shelters and sanctuaries are completely oversubscribed. They are desperately looking for lively volunteers to help cuddle and care for the cats. This is to ensure that these loving animals have a high quality of life before they can be re-homed. Tasks include: - Socializing the animals in the play area - Feeding - Cleaning You'll be staying in a modern eco hostel between the airport and the city center. A 2-hour tour of the city is also included on day 1. Two meals per day and a packed lunch are available on request. Dietary requirements can be catered for. Barcelona is the perfect city for volunteering and exploring! In the mornings, you will help out at two different sanctuaries with other volunteers. You will then have the afternoons off to soak up the magnificent tourist sites, cultural and historical buildings, museums, galleries, fantastic restaurants, and gorgeous beaches. The nightlife is up there with the best in the world so there is plenty to look forward to.

Volunteers have the opportunity to work with children who come from difficult backgrounds and improve their quality of life, assist individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses, or support local environmental programs and outreach. United Planet is a US and Canadian member of the International Cultural Youth Exchange or ICYE. As a volunteer in Spain, you will be hosted by AFAIJ, ICYE’s partner organization. AFAIJ is a Spanish non-profit organization with the main aim to promote the development of young people through non-formal education as well as social and intercultural activities. Project Areas: - Children and Education - Environmental Sustainability - Conservation Placements are available all year round! There is no language requirement; however; we recommend you to at least have basic Spanish for the best and most immersive experience.