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Flexible work abroad opportunities for globally-minded grads ready to jump-start their post-uni life overseas.

Hello, and welcome to Travel Grad, your post-uni work and travel experts, here to connect you with exciting alternatives to the typical ‘grad job’ route at home. We’re here to make leaving your comfort zone comfortable. Because there’s so much more to the world than what’s on your doorstep, and you deserve to experience it. But even if you know you’re not ready for a ‘real job’ just yet and would love to see the world, it might feel like a pipe dream. How do you overcome the bureaucratic barriers and bag of nerves standing between you and your adventure? Where do you find legit opportunities you can count on? It all comes down to having the right support — and supporting you is what we do best. 

We're all about making your move abroad hassle-free and exciting. Through our fully-supported opportunities, we create a soft landing in your new home so you can arrive with the friends, confidence and support to make a success of it from day one. 

  Since 2014, we’ve helped hundreds of grads start eye-opening overseas adventures and kickstart their graduate lives. And now, it’s your turn.

THAILAND TEFL TASTER

Whether travel, culture or teaching experience are what you’re after, this immersive 5-month opportunity has you covered. Get a glimpse of the true Thailand as you journey to a place that few grads get the chance to experience.

CHINA TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Immerse yourself in one of the most talked-about cultures in the world on this 10-month teaching opportunity. Gain hands-on classroom experience, enjoy a front-row seat to the future and do it all alongside grads who are just as bold as you. 

Teaching in Japan, made easy. Take control of your teaching adventure with our flexible teaching opportunity. Choose to work in a public or private school and apply, interview and start a job at any time of the year. 

Take work hard, play hard to a new level on this intensive 12-month teaching opportunity. Join a group of ambitious Travel Grads and go all in on experiencing Korea, gaining work experience and having an amazing time.

VIETNAM TEFL

Nature, nightlife, delicious cuisine, friendly locals — Vietnam has it all. On this 12-month teaching opportunity, you’ll discover why western grads are flocking here in their thousands. Apply to start your adventure at any time, and expect to arrive within 3-4 months. 

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7 Ways to Travel Abroad After You Graduate This Spring

Skip the anxiety-ridden job search after graduation. The rat race. The climbing of the corporate ladder. That cubicle lit with fluorescent light. All of those things will be waiting for you when you come back (if you still want them!).

Instead, it’s time for an adventure. It’s time to take everything you know, and turn it upside down. It’s time for you to find your “people.” To do things you never imagined you could or would do. To stop just liking amazing Instagram photos of places around the globe and actually travel and see these places for yourself.

Because, at what other point in your life are you going to be without a mortgage? Without a career in motion? Without a serious relationship, pets, marriage, kids? Without so much STUFF that you can’t leave behind?

Because hesitation = regret. The time is NOW. The world is waiting with open arms.

The best part of traveling after graduation? You’ll come back more YOU. More focused. More world-wise. More prepared to succeed in whichever path you choose. And that, is a beautiful thing.

Whether you’re graduating from college this spring or have decided to “graduate” from corporate life and move abroad, here are some ideas to get you started:

Teach English in Thailand

Our most popular program for a reason! With a commitment of only 3-4 months, this is a great way to explore and travel after graduation in a unique culture with beautiful destinations to explore. Our fall start dates are typically over 100 people each, so you’ll have lots of opportunities to make new travel friends to explore Asia with. If you’re looking for a short term way to see the world after graduation, this is your program! Check out our hashtag # greenhearttravel to see why this program is so popular!

SUMMER PROGRAM TOO! Spend 6 weeks in Thailand this summer ! In addition to our traditional semester contracts, we also offer several short-term summer positions with slightly different program details.  If you only have the summer off, this is a perfect way to get abroad for that time!

The Basics:

• Contract length: 6-week summer program or 1 semester (3-4 months) with the option to extend
• Pro tip: our biggest start date of the year is always in September!
• Deadline to apply: At least 2 months prior to your desired program start date

Teach English in Italy

Learn to love all things Italy on this unique immersion program, as you live with your Italian host family, teach English in the local schools, and explore Italy on the weekends!

You can experience Italian culture by volunteer teaching at a local public school in the Piedmont region as you live with your new Italian host family. Your accommodation with the family, 2-3 delicious meals a day, and medical insurance will be provided as part of the program, so all you have to worry about is enjoying all that Italy has to offer. Check out what your day to day might be like through the eyes of Instagrams from our Italy teachers .

• Contract length: 3 months
• Dates: September – December 2020
• Deadline to apply: May 15, 2020

Get TEFL Certified and work in Prague, Czech Republic

Europe more your style? This is a 4-week TEFL certification course that allows teachers the opportunity to obtain a legal work permit and work in a bustling European city! The TEFL course in Prague is the perfect program for anyone looking to live and work in Europe legally and gain experience with different ages and English levels; from pre-schools to business English, Prague has a large and growing teaching market!

• Contract length: 4-week course and job assistance following graduation
• Start dates: Monthly
• Deadline to apply: At least 6 weeks prior to your desired program start date

Business and Marketing Internship in Thailand

What better way to strengthen your post-graduate resume than immersing yourself in the “Land of Smiles” while building valuable skills in a multicultural company! Work with cultural exchange programs or local animal rescue in this unique internship opportunity and gain experience in marketing, writing, program management, and social media. Space is limited and filled on a rolling basis so apply early! Read more about the 5 Things You Will Experience on Your Internship in Thailand.

• Internship length: Choose between 8 weeks or 12 weeks
• Start dates: Monthly
• Deadline to apply: At least 8 weeks before your desired start date.

Teach English in a Homestay

Want to spend 1-3 months getting to know a country in a truly authentic way? What better way than to live with a host family! You’ll tutor your family in English for 15 hours per week, while the other time is meant for you to create connections and explore. Will your new Italian host nonna teach you how to make fresh pasta? We can’t guarantee it, but it’s been a common perk in the past! We have programs in France, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, China, and Russia.

• Contract length: 1, 2, or 3-month options
• Start dates: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
• Deadline to apply: At least 8 weeks before your desired program start date

Work Abroad in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, or Argentina.

This is the quintessential “gap year” program, except you can choose to do it for a short period, or a full year. You will work in either Ireland ,  New Zealand, Australia , or Argentina with the option to move around the country, try different jobs and meet other backpackers! Jobs are usually in hostels, pubs, on farms, at amusement parks, and in factories. So, the focus of this program is less on career building, and more about experiencing another culture and funding your travels. See what kind of jobs our past traveler tried during her time in Australia !

• Contract length: 3 – 12 months
• Deadline to apply: At least 8 weeks prior to your desired program start date

Teach English in Vietnam

Vietnam is a Southeast Asian teaching destination that offers placements in both public and private schools! July is the perfect time to arrive to get TESOL certified and begin working. We have paid teaching placements in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and other locations around the country. Vietnam is the ideal destination to explore during time off!

Enjoy high salaries, a low cost of living, and the chance to explore this beautiful country full of fascinating history and culture.

• Contract length: 4, 6, 12 month contracts
• Start Dates: Throughout the year
• Deadline to apply: At least 2 months prior to your desired program start date

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I want to explore the world nd work. I have done Bachelor of Industrial Engineering and Masters in Business Administration in the field of Marketing. I have also undergone one semester exchange programme at University of malta I am looking to explore new opportunities and travel the world. If there is any opportunity pls let me know

I’ll be graduating from the university this summer with a degree in Information Technology. I’m looking forward to getting an internship/training in a reputable organization abroad. Preferably Europe.

Hello! I am really Interested my experiencing the world rather than seeing it. However, I have just graduated high school and am looking for something in the environmental area. Is there any requirements I need ?

I’m researching opportunities for my son who will graduate with a business degree in December 2018. Are there any programs or projects that begin in early 2019 available?

Hi Alana! We have plenty of program to choose from for an early 2019 start depending on what your soon is interested in!

Most of our volunteer programs have monthly start dates throughout the year and a couple of our paid Teach Abroad programs also have start dates in January and February including Myanmar, Thailand, China and South Korea!

Is your son interested in finding paid work abroad or is he looking more for a short-term cultural experience?

I am planning to work in australia right after my graduation this april . Im from the philippines. How much will it cost me to go and work there?

Hi Kass, thank you for your comment. It’s great to hear that you are interested in applying for our Australia program. You can learn more about the costs and necessary financing for this program on our website here: https://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/work/work-and-travel-in-australia#startupbudget

i would like to work in pubs,..in australia

Awesome! Let us know if you have question about our Work and Travel program in Australia!

I am looking forward to this. I am based in India . Would be an absolute pleasure to travel and work at the same time

I’m looking into this… I put a deposit down last year, with Sara Have been talking to people at your company… Sorting some things out I hope to be ready to go in May… wouldn’t mind talking to someone and looking at all the opportunities that are available…

Hi Shawn, that’s great you are looking to travel abroad! What program opportunity are you interested in?

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31 travel scholarships, fellowships, and grants to fund your next trip abroad.

DO YOU HAVE A worthwhile project or field of study that involves traveling? If so, consider having your travels funded through a grant, fellowship, or travel scholarship.

Begin by contemplating where you want to go and potential projects you could build around those destinations. (Or vice versa.) Always wondered how sustainable agriculture works in Guam? How about local conservation practices in Central America? Once you have a clear vision of a travel / research project, begin looking for funding possibilities that give you the most freedom to pursue your goals.

When applying, take advantage of the resources and support systems you have. Your school, present or past, will have an adviser who can help you navigate the application process.

Writing grant proposals can take a lot of time, but good advice can help focus your efforts. Your school or area may even offer their own scholarship opportunities–talk to your department or your study abroad office.

Finally, even if funding from your school or other org close to home isn’t an option, you’ll find lots of other opportunities out there to fund your travel / project.

Major Grants

These are highly sought-after, competitive post-college grants that offer a full ride for a year or two of graduate study overseas.

Marshall Scholarship fully funds 2-3 years of graduate study in the UK. Open to US students finished with or finishing college.

Rhodes Scholarship funds two years of graduate study at Oxford. Includes full tuition and expenses and living stipend.

Fulbright offers year-long fellowships to American graduating seniors, grad students, young professionals and artists for study abroad or to teach English abroad. Program requirements vary by destination.

Watson Fellowship funds one year of independent research. $25,000. Open to graduating seniors from participating, small American colleges.

Program-based funding

These include grants tied to participation in the giver’s program, and can take various forms.

Institute for International Public Policy Fellowships is a five year program with study abroad component to prepare underrepresented minority undergrads for careers in international affairs. Open to US citizens or permanent residents who apply sophomore year.

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowships multi-year program also for women and members of minorities underrepresented in foreign service. Open to US citizens to apply by Feb. of sophomore year. Foreign service commitment.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is a State Department program supporting study abroad. Up to $5000 offered to enrolled students with financial need.

Rotary Ambassadorial and World Peace Scholarships fund study and language training abroad for undergraduates and masters degrees for graduate students in international studies, peace studies, and conflict resolution to be completed at one of seven Rotary Centers. Ambassadorial grants from $11000 to $24000 depending on duration of study.

Fogarty-Ellison Overseas Fellowships in Global Health and Clinical Research from the NIH funds one year of clinical research training abroad. $25,000 plus $6000 for additional travel and materials expenses. Open to graduate students in health professions.

CIEE Scholarships offers several grants to participants in CIEE’s study abroad programs. Certain grants fund study in particular regions. Essay required upon return. Must demonstrate financial need.

AIFS Scholarships offer a variety of grants covering up to full tuition and airfare for individuals in AIFS programs.

SIT Scholarships fund participation in SIT program. $500 to $5,000. Based on financial need.

Hispanic Study Abroad Scholars reduces costs of Global Semesters programs. Open to students attending member institutions of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities.

Institute for International Public Policy Fellowship is a multi-year program of summer institutes and study abroad. Funds up to 1/2 of junior year study abroad tuition. Open to underrepresented minorities.

Regional Grants

These grants are tied to study or travel in specific regions or countries of the globe.

NSEP David L. Boren Scholarship pays for undergraduate students to study in understudied areas of interest to national security. $8000 to $20000 depending on duration of study. Comes with federal government service requirement.

NSEP Boren Fellowship for graduate students. $12000 to $30000 maximum award. Federal service requirement.

Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes funds study of a list of lesser-studied languages. Covers all program costs. Open to US citizens enrolled in a college or university.

The Killam Fellowships Program fund semester or academic year study in Canada. $5000/semester plus a travel allowance. Open to US or Canadian undergraduates.

George J. Mitchell Scholarship sponsors one year of graduate study at an Irish University. Funded by the US-Ireland Alliance. Includes tuition and stipend. Open to American citizens, ages 18 to 30.

BUTEX Scholarships offer $1000 for US students accepted to study at a member University of the British Universities TransAtlantic Exchange Association. Simple application due by September 1.

American-Scandinavian Foundation Awards for Study in Scandinavia offer fellowships of up to $23000 and grants of $5000 to fund study or research. Open to college graduates.

DAAD Fellowships from The German Academic Exchange offers a range of study and research grants to undergraduates and graduate students for summer or school-year study in Berlin.

Kress Travel Fellowships in the History of Art funds research in Europe towards dissertation. $3500 to $10,000. Open to American pre-doctoral students in art history

IREX Short Term Travel Grants Program Fellowships for researchers holding graduate degrees for up to eight weeks in Eurasia. Research must be broadly related to policy concerns.

Freeman Awards for Study in Asia supports study in Asia for students demonstrating financial need. $3000-$7000 based on the duration of study. Open to undergraduates with little to no experience in country of travel.

Bridging Scholarships are offered by the Association of Teachers of Japanese , to fund travel and living expenses for academic study in Japan. Grants range from $2500 to $4000.

Monbusho Scholarships available to current and graduated students between 18 and 30. Funded by the Japanese government. Short term exchange program of particular interest to current undergrad and grad students.

Huayu Enrichment Scholarship for Mandarin language study in Taiwan. Stipend of approx US$790/month. Open to overseas students who apply through their local Taiwan representative.

Halide Edip Adıvar Prize For current undergraduates who have not studied Turkey. $1000. Open to American and Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Other funding

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants towards study abroad. $1000. Open to all students of universities with a Phi Kappa Phi chapter.

NSF: Developing Global Scientists and Engineers offers funds for international research and study to undergrads, grad students and doctoral students in science and engineering fields. Grant

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Should I travel after college? YES! Traveling for a year after college won't just give you a taste of the real world. It'll give you a whole dang feast.

Here's why you should (and how to!) travel after college graduation.

So you just finished college, and you’re about to take the next step forward, moving from the life of a student into the life of a professional. Maybe you studied abroad, maybe you didn’t, but you know you want to seek out adventure travel . You think it might be best to establish a career first, and then travel later.

You’ll be more stable, you’ll have more money, you’ll know who you are, and you’ll appreciate travel adventures more because you’ve got things “figured out.” Good idea, right? Wrong!

All those things that make life worth living like sunrises and sunsets, new friends made during late nights around campfires, and in neon lit city streets, worn backpacks, stamped passports, and journals bursting with notes from adventures .

That’s what you find in adventure travel, and you shouldn’t wait to seek it. Although counter-intuitive as a first step into a career, traveling as a recent grad is the perfect time to go for many reasons. Read on to learn the reasons for traveling after college graduation.

Why consider traveling after college graduation?

If you're still on the fence about whether or not to travel after graduation, you've come to the right corner of the internet. Here are compelling reasons to help you decide your next step:

1. You’re Not Tied Down.

You probably don’t have kids or pets to worry about. You might be living with your parents again (normal in this economy) or with a friend or two in an apartment, so you most likely don’t have a mortgage to pay off yet.

You likely haven’t nailed down your dream job, and traveling before you start a new, maybe serious job allows you freedom to explore the world without the time constraints of vacation days.

2. You Can Be Selfish with Your Money.

You most likely aren’t concerned about saving for a house yet, or retirement, or your children’s college educations. What little money you have is all yours to stretch as far as you can across the globe.

3. You're Able-Bodied & Resilient.

It’s good to be quick on your feet while traveling. You can handle the stress of lost luggage or missed connections. You won’t mind sleeping in an uncomfortable hostel bunk bed.

Well maybe you’ll mind, but your body will function just fine all the same. You can stay up late and wake up early and walk, swim, hike, and climb all day. You have the energy and drive to seek adventure.

4. You Can Make Connections.

Making new, like-minded friends is a major perk to traveling after college!

You want to meet new people, and your freshly finished university days have you well practiced in the social arts. Hostels are hot spots for young travelers, and many times you can band together with bunkmates to share in adventures. You might just make a lifelong friend, which may lead to future world travels.

Maybe you’ll meet a guy from Sweden in Australia and next summer he’ll show you around Stockholm and introduce you to a friend who’s moving to the city where you live. Connections are important, and who knows, maybe they’ll be the path to that dream job!

5. You Can See a New Perspective.

When you decide to get a backpack and buy a one-way ticket to anywhere, adventure travel will help you put things in perspective. No matter where you go, you will see things. You will see that people live differently than you do.

They eat different things, they talk differently, they wear different clothes, but they are all human and they are proud of where they come from, and meeting them will inevitably change you.

You might want to live differently after your eyes are opened by other cultures and places. When you get home, maybe you’ll be more inclined to live, work, or travel abroad again. It might change your professional goals.

Maybe the meaningful work you yearn to do will come from an idea sparked by someone, or something, or somewhere that you haven’t yet found.

6. You Can De-Stress.

Say goodbye to normal life and live something more exciting!

What traveling will do, most definitely, is help you to see your life in context of the whole world. You will see that petty problems don’t matter in the scheme of things. You will know, in some abstract inarticulate way, more about life itself. It might not be a big revelation, but while you are out in the world, you are absorbing everything and cogs are turning within you. 

By choosing to travel while you are young, your horizons will be broadened rather than bogged down by the stresses of being ‘successful’ at home immediately after college. Plus, you probably need a break. You just earned a degree after working hard and studying for years. Wouldn’t some time to explore the world, and to reflect on what you just accomplished be pretty nice?

Where to travel after graduation

Just graduated college—what now? Find a place to go! Figuring out where to travel after graduation is a pretty big step. We have a collection of articles here that can help you zero-in on the destination and experience that's right for you. Learn our favorite places and college graduation trip ideas!

From the Best Places to Travel for Adventure Around the World :

When you travel, are you more of an all-inclusive resort kind of guy/gal or do you prefer to sign up for a homestay with a local family? Do you take the road less traveled rather than follow the crowd? Would you peek behind the curtain to see the real wizard of Oz or be too chicken to do so? Do you like to challenge yourself and step outside your comfort zone in a foreign country?

If yes, then you are an adventure traveler hands down. Instead of spinning a globe with your eyes closed and going wherever your index finger lands, why not check out our list of the world’s most adventurous places to visit this year. Here are 10 best places to travel for adventure around the world!

Figuring out how to travel after college graduation may take some work, but it's 100% worth it.

From the 5 Best Destinations for a Gap Year After College RN :

Have you had it up to HERE ^ with hearing about everyone and-their-mothers’ plans to take a gap year? Has the green monster of jealousy finally got you considering your own options for a year of travel and self-discovery? Way to take that grumpy energy and turn it gold, my friend.

Taking a gap year is totally en vogue, but this is one trend that won’t go the way of Vine. (RIP, Vine.) If you’re in the early stages of planning your gap year, unsure where to go, we’ve got a handy-dandy infographic to give you all the deets on the best gap year destinations for college grads.

From 16 Incredible Study Abroad Graduate Programs :

Bottom line: furthering your education shouldn’t be a mystery, especially when it comes to finding programs best for you. In our lists below we’re giving you study abroad graduate programs that will rock your socks (and your passports). Keep reading to catch some deals and discover some grad school gems.

What are the perks of doing study abroad graduate programs? A graduate degree abroad is definitely an experience with many positive outcomes. You can live in a new country, advance in your career, or grow your global network to name a few. While it’s not that same thing a studying abroad in your undergrad, grabbing your master’s abroad will give you a leg up in an increasingly globalized world.

From The Busy Student’s Guide to Finding Work Abroad after Graduation :

After all, uprooting yourself to work abroad after college can be daunting—scary even—and maybe you’re afraid that it’s too much—too much to plan, too much to do, and there isn’t enough time. However, it can be done—all of it, and it’s easy once you know what you’re doing. It’s easy to find work abroad after graduation—work that will propel your career and give you a profound sense of wanderlust.

From 12 Stellar Teaching Programs for Recent College Graduates Abroad :

You’re probably thinking, “But I majored in marketing, what does that have to do with teaching?” Well, everything! With a little bit of training, nearly anyone can become a teacher, and having extra knowledge in a specific field can make you even more attractive for some teaching positions. Just because you didn’t get a degree in education doesn’t mean you’re not qualified to teach!

How to travel after college with no money

Did you know there are ways to travel the world and make money?

It's not easy, but there are ways that you can figure out how to travel after college with no money. Follow these tips and advice to get as close as possible to traveling after graduation for free.

1. Go somewhere affordable on a budget.

Don't set up your new life after college in a place like Tokyo or anywhere near Scandinavia. Research general costs of living and currency exchanges to ensure that you find a destination where your dollar and relative buying power is strong.

Avoid destinations with high costs of living—especially high start up costs—other traveling after college graduation will just be another exercise in going into debt.

2. Apply for scholarships.

If you are game for having a more structured experience when you travel after college (rather than roughing it a la solo backpacker), then you will have more finance options also available to you.

We have an entire article on Scholarships for Studying Around the World , and a portion of our website dedicated entirely to Travel Abroad Scholarships . It's not instant free money, but it's a start!

3. Set up a FundMyTravel account.

Crowdfunding has financed thousands of dreams, and with the right fore-thought and goal setting, you can easily get friends, family members, and your extended network on board with supporting your travels financially.

It's helpful to have intentions for your adventure beyond "getting drunk in a new city every three days," so think hard about what you want to accomplish—a travel program can help—and then invite everyone to support you.

4. Do a work exchange.

How to travel after college with no money? Work exchange programs! These opportunities are an awesome way to alleviate the financial stressors of paying for travel after college. In exchange for a few hours of work every day, you essentially "earn your keep."

While this varies from opportunity to opportunity, it oftentimes covers some meals and room and board. Becoming an au pair is another alternative to work exchanges that can be a great option if you dream of learning a second language of your own or developing meaningful, serious, and deep relationships with people from another culture.

5. Digital nomadism.

Here are the most popular digital nomad jobs hiring right now . Work and travel might not sound like as much fun as plain ol' travel, but getting to travel long term because you don't have as much money stresses does sound like fun (no?).

There are many places where you can work remotely and save money if you're ultra-strategic in your path towards digital nomadism.

Traveling after college graduation is brilliant!

Just graduated college—what now? T-R-A-V-E-L

So please, travel now in your youth. You are as free and able-bodied as you will ever be, and you don’t know what you’ll find unless you look. As Jeff Johnson said in 180 Degrees South, “The best journeys answer questions that in the beginning, you didn’t even think to ask.”

The world is yours. Take it.

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Need more information on what kind of work you will do day-to-day? Our Project Experts are also available to answer any questions you have about our programs:

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Internships for Recent College Graduates: What can I do?

Our internships are ideal for anyone looking for work opportunities abroad for recent graduates. No matter which program you choose, you can expect a combination of: 

• Hands-on experience
• Real-world situations where you can test your skills 

Here are some of our most popular internships for recent college graduates: 

• Public Health
• International Development
• Law and Human Rights

See a full list of our internships abroad . 

Who knows, our recent college grad internships could lead you down a new and exciting career path. 

"Not only did I learn important skills regarding health screenings (taking blood pressure, blood sugar, body fat readings, and conducting nutrition counselling sessions), I was also able to put into practice what I already knew and teach the locals basic healthy living practices. It was extremely rewarding to hear the positive feedback and thanks during my last week. I truly felt as if I had made a difference in helping them lead a happier and healthier life! It has really fueled my passion for promoting healthy living, and I look forward to working within this industry in the future." Sarah S, Nutrition in Fiji

Volunteer Abroad after College: What can I do?

As a volunteer abroad after college, you can use your time and energy to make a real difference. 

All of our programs are built around achieving long-term goals guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). We champion Responsible Volunteer Travel and have policies guiding our work, so you can rest assured you’re part of an ethical experience. 

Here are several of our most popular volunteer opportunities for recent college graduates: 

• Wildlife Conservation
• Marine Conservation
• Early Childhood Development

See a full list of our volunteer abroad programs . 

Volunteering after college can take your resume to new heights. The wealth of global experience and skills you gain, together with proving your adaptability and willingness to help others, is invaluable.

Summer Programs for Recent College Graduates

Is your heart set on going abroad after graduating in May? All of our volunteer programs and internships run in June, July, and August (better still, they run year round!) so you can easily fit in a trip before you enter the working world. 

You choose your own dates on a Flexi Trip, so you can decide how long you want to travel. No matter what else you fill your summer with - from filling in job applications to interviews - a Projects Abroad trip can fit.

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