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Volunteer Abroad Europe Southern Europe

Volunteer in Southern Europe

Southern Europe offers you a lot of opportunities to volunteer...

Southern Europe offers you a lot of opportunities to volunteer. Rather you want to discover the golden beaches in Portugal, palms in Spain, antique buildings in Italy, dolphins in Greece, or beautiful beaches in the Balkans: Southern Europe is the perfect travel decision for volunteers who want to explore a continent full of history, diverse landscapes and culture.

Volunteer for something meaningful in Southern Europe and support children's education, and much more! There are a lot of projects for volunteering as an animal lover or humanitarian aid helper. Get active now and volunteer for your next favorite project in Southern Europe!

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 Greece Turtle Conservation Volunteers
Life Below Water
🔥 In High Demand
Greece Kefalonia, Greece
Plan My Gap Year

Greece Turtle Conservation Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1328)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
482 €  per week · 2  ‑  4  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Protect endangered sea turtles through hands-on fieldwork on the island of Kefalonia. Partake in the ultimate research and conservation project. Details >

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 Greece Marine & Conservation Volunteers
Life Below Water
🔥 In High Demand
Greece Kefalonia, Greece
Plan My Gap Year

Greece Marine & Conservation Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1328)
⭐ Popular Flex Option
482 €  per week · 2  ‑  4  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Protect large seagrass meadows and sand dune systems on a meaningful conservation and research experience in Kefalonia. Details >

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 Animal Welfare Helper
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

Animal Welfare Helper

Great 4.5
(95)
Video Flex Option
434 €  per week · 2  ‑  50  weeks · Age  14+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer at animal shelters and give your love and care to animals that have been abandoned or abused by their owners and are looking for a new home 🐕. Details >

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 Dog Sanctuary Supporter
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Greece Thessaloniki, Greece
Hopeland Dog Sanctuary

Dog Sanctuary Supporter

Excellent 4.8
(35)
Video Flex Option
100 €  per week · 3  ‑  50  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Live alongside the dogs at our sanctuary, where they roam free and share the house with you. A unique chance to connect deeply and experience their world up close! 🐶 Details >

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 Conservation of Whale and Dolphin Populations
Life Below Water
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Tenerife, Spain
GVI

Conservation of Whale and Dolphin Populations

Brilliant 4.7
(152)
⭐ Popular Flex Option
1416 €  per week · 1  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Contribute to critical whale and dolphin conservation initiatives in the beautiful subtropical Canary Islands archipelago. Details >

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 Community Beautification of a Greek Island
Industry, Innovation And Infrastructure
🔥 In High Demand
Greece Vrontados, Greece
Mobility

Community Beautification of a Greek Island

Excellent 4.9
(31)
Flex Option
280 €  per week · 2  ‑  24  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Make a real impact by helping to beautify local community spaces across the stunning island of Chios! Details >

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 Force-free Equine Sanctuary Assistant
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Atajate, Spain
Time and Space Equine Education Sanctuary

Force-free Equine Sanctuary Assistant

Brilliant 4.8
(26)
Video Flex Option
449 €  per week · 1  ‑  50  weeks · Age  14+ · Has Wifi

Join our team! Care for horses, improve the sanctuary, and promote equine welfare, all while honing your force-free horsemanship skills. 🐴😊 Details >

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 Medical Interns
Good Health And Well-Being
Greece Thessaloniki, Greece
Cerca Abroad

Medical Interns

Outstanding 5.0
(123)
Video Flex Option
692 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Shadow doctors & nurses in Greek hospitals for up to 40 hours per week. Rotate between different departments, clinics & surgeries. 🩺 Details >

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 Beach and Mountain Cleaning Supporter
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

Beach and Mountain Cleaning Supporter

Great 4.5
(95)
Video Flex Option
423 €  per week · 2  ‑  50  weeks · Age  14+ · Has Wifi

Since many beaches and mountains are not yet adequately protected from an environmental point of view, the support of volunteers is required. Details >

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 English Teaching Assistant For Kids
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

English Teaching Assistant For Kids

Great 4.5
(95)
Video Flex Option
520 €  per week · 1  ‑  50  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Make a profound impact by teaching English to our eager and deserving children in a heartwarming project in Northern Spain. 📚 Details >

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 Support Dog Shelter
Life On Land
Greece Chania, Greece
Jamso Trainee

Support Dog Shelter

Great 4.4
(69)
Flex Option
236 €  per week · 3  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Love dogs? Come help rescue and care for street dogs in Greece and be part of giving them a second chance at life! 🐾 Details >

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 Youth Supporter
Quality Education
🔥 In High Demand
Portugal Estoril, Portugal
ImpacTrip

Youth Supporter

Good 4.1
(64)
Flex Option
724 €  per week · 1  ‑  12  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Join our Youth Support program to assist with daycares or after-school programs for youngsters from disadvantaged communities. Details >

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 Marine Research Expedition
Life Below Water
Greece Athens, Greece
Project Manaia

Marine Research Expedition

Brilliant 4.8
(20)
Video Flex Option
812 €  per week · 1  ‑  4  weeks · Age  18+

Join an international crew on a sailboat and protect the seas! 🌊 Learn to collect data, raise awareness, and live the ocean life to the fullest. Details >

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 Support Greek Dog Shelter
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Greece Gouves, Greece
Jamso Trainee

Support Greek Dog Shelter

Great 4.4
(69)
Flex Option
318 €  per week · 2  ‑  13  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Support rescue activities in Greece and take care of street dogs. Find a new home for helpless animals. Details >

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 Art Therapy Counsellor
Good Health And Well-Being
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

Art Therapy Counsellor

Great 4.5
(95)
Video Flex Option
395 €  per week · 2  ‑  50  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Join a compassionate community who share your commitment to making the world a kinder, more inclusive place and helping people with disabilities through the arts 🎨. Details >

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 Sustainable Urban Permaculture Initiatives
Zero Hunger
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

Sustainable Urban Permaculture Initiatives

Great 4.5
(95)
Video Flex Option
730 €  per week · 1  ‑  50  weeks · Age  15+ · Has Wifi

You don't have to be an expert to have a great impact on the conservation and positive management of our natural environments 🌱. Details >

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 Veterinary Intern
Life On Land
Greece Thessaloniki, Greece
Cerca Abroad

Veterinary Intern

Outstanding 5.0
(123)
Video Flex Option
692 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Gain shadowing experience in veterinary clinics across Greece, shadow professionals, and assist with animal care, diagnostics, and treatments in a diverse setting. Details >

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 Psychology Internship
Good Health And Well-Being
Greece Athens, Greece
Cerca Abroad

Psychology Internship

Outstanding 5.0
(123)
Video Flex Option
692 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Gain real-world psychology experience in Greece by shadowing professionals, assisting in therapy sessions, and exploring diverse mental health practices. Details >

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 Physician Assistant / Nursing Shadowing
Good Health And Well-Being
Greece Athens, Greece
Cerca Abroad

Physician Assistant / Nursing Shadowing

Outstanding 5.0
(123)
Video Flex Option
692 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Shadow healthcare professionals in top hospitals in Greece, observe medical procedures, and gain hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and treatments. Details >

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 Animal Sanctuary General Helper
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Spain Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Spain
Tenerife Horse Rescue

Animal Sanctuary General Helper

Perfect 4.6
(37)
Video Flex Option
357 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Getting involved in many different things. E.g.preparing meals for the small animals, assisting in giving the appropriate care, building tasks, cooking or walking dogs. Details >

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