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Western Europe may not seem like your typical region for volunteering abroad. Highly industrialized and quite wealthy by world standards, most countries in Western Europe would strike individuals as more of a holiday destination than as a country in need. Yet this viewpoint ignores the fact that even in wealthy nations there are millions left behind by poverty, urbanization, and a lack of proper education. Those who volunteer in Western Europe can help underserved populations catch up, while enjoying life in one of the most fascinating and culturally rich regions of the world.

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The Intern Group

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Impact Gap Year

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Instituto Hemingway

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International Medical Aid (IMA)

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Roots Interns

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Pacific Discovery

Greece & Croatia Mini Semester | Pacific Discovery

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GVI

Volunteer with Turtles in Greece

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Volunteer World

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Excellence Center in Europe

Volunteer to Teach English & Study German (1-12 Weeks)

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Camp Europe

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Volunteer as a Summer Camp Counselor in Europe

Camp Europe offers a volunteering opportunity as a Summer Camp Co...

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Connect-123 Internship Programs

Global Internship & Volunteer Programs with Connect-123!

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International Camps Network

Camp Europe - Summer Camp Counselor

Camp Europe specializes in language teaching and adventure sports...

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ALIORE, Worldwide Workshops

Live With and Teach English to a Family in France

Volunteer 15 hours each week in exchange for free room and board ...

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GoBeyond Student Travel

GoBeyond - Global Community Service Adventures for Teens

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Rustic Pathways

Greece: Island Turtle Conservation with Rustic Pathways

Protect endangered sea turtles while basking in the sun on the be...

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Terra Sylvestris

Kalamos and Kastos Sustainable Development Program

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WeWhale

Marine Conservation Volunteer Program in Lanzarote, Spain

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Projects Abroad

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Best experience ever in animal welfare

September 13, 2025by: Frank LLopis - United StatesProgram: Volunteer Programs in Spain

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This volunteer program at the animal shelter was absolutely awesome! 🐾 From day one, everything felt super smooth — they even picked me up from the airport in a school taxi, which made arriving so easy. The Spanish course was a total game changer; it helped me connect better with everyone and made the whole experience even richer. The cultural activities were super fun too — such a cool way to get to know the local vibe and meet new people. Yeah, the shelter was a bit far from the city center, but honestly, that makes sense (you can’t exactly have a bunch of rescued animals downtown 😂). And it was totally worth the trip every time. The people — especially Antxon, Rodrigo, and Jose — were incredibly kind. I learned so much about animal care, teamwork, and Spanish, and I left feeling inspired and grateful. Highly recommend it if you’re up for an unforgettable adventure! 🌟

First ever virtural internship

September 12, 2025by: Carol Liang - ChinaProgram: Global Internship & Volunteer Programs with Connect-123!

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Connect-123 was super helpful in preparing me for my internship and putting me in touch with my supervisor. The organization and role matched exactly what I was looking for, and I really enjoyed the experience. Interning here for the past two months has been a great learning experience!

Best experience ever in animal welfare

September 13, 2025by: Frank LLopis - United StatesProgram: Volunteer Programs in Spain

10

This volunteer program at the animal shelter was absolutely awesome! 🐾 From day one, everything felt super smooth — they even picked me up from the airport in a school taxi, which made arriving so easy. The Spanish course was a total game changer; it helped me connect better with everyone and made the whole experience even richer. The cultural activities were super fun too — such a cool way to get to know the local vibe and meet new people. Yeah, the shelter was a bit far from the city center, but honestly, that makes sense (you can’t exactly have a bunch of rescued animals downtown 😂). And it was totally worth the trip every time. The people — especially Antxon, Rodrigo, and Jose — were incredibly kind. I learned so much about animal care, teamwork, and Spanish, and I left feeling inspired and grateful. Highly recommend it if you’re up for an unforgettable adventure! 🌟

First ever virtural internship

September 12, 2025by: Carol Liang - ChinaProgram: Global Internship & Volunteer Programs with Connect-123!

9

Connect-123 was super helpful in preparing me for my internship and putting me in touch with my supervisor. The organization and role matched exactly what I was looking for, and I really enjoyed the experience. Interning here for the past two months has been a great learning experience!

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