Why choose World Endeavors for your Gap Year program abroad?
After completing high school or college, what is the next step? This transitional period may be the perfect time to take a step back and get a broader perspective on the world by traveling abroad. Taking a gap year is a chance to discover new interests, master new skills or languages, and shift your perspective in a new community. World Endeavors gap year participants do all this and more and return home better prepared than ever for college, graduate school, or a career.
Many students and recent graduates find it difficult to distinguish themselves in the crowd of job applicants. Taking a gap year to intern abroad is a chance to explore a career field in an exciting setting and gain some unbeatable life experience. In the course of the internship, they get exposure to the career field they’re interested in and acquire experience in that field.
Environment and Climate Change Volunteer in Nakuru, Kenya
Join a local initiative in partnership with community members focused on restoration, transformation, sustainability and preservation of the environment to combat climate change. These efforts matter most because they are community owned and community driven, with the purpose of environmental restoration, transocial economic benefits and environmental sustainabilty.
Environment and Climate Change Volunteer in Nakuru, Kenya
As a volunteer, you will assist with environmental conservation and sustainability efforts, gain invaluable knowledge about the ecological challenges faced in the region, and join local efforts to educate the community youth about the initiative and related environmental matters to encourage their consistent and proactive participation. Activities may include:
– Caring for seedlings and learning how to maintain a tree nursery
– Preparing the land and planting trees
– Community education on the importance of reforestation
– Creating a “”green wall”” reusing plastics, and planting and installing vertical vegetable gardens
This project has an additional fee of $40 per week.
You will be placed in a local school in the community, assisting students and staff with English and other subjects through tasks that allow practice and creativity. Most children in rural areas in Kenya rarely have the chance to practice English outside of the school setting, despite the language being one of the official languages of Kenya.
Interacting and speaking English with them can benefit their learning and increase their confidence with the language. You are welcome to provide new ideas that promote an exchange of cultures and conversations between you, fellow participants, staff and students. Volunteers are encouraged to arrange activities for your classes in an informal way, incorporating some of the favorite activities of the students such as sports, games, gardening and singing. During long holiday periods when schools are on break, a “day-camp” style English and Sports program may be put in place for local children and it will be run by volunteers with the help of our coordinators. This project has an additional fee
Teaching Volunteer at Buddhist Monasteries in Nepal
When you join this unique project, you will teach English and other subjects to monks of all ages while being immersed in the day-to-day lifestyle at the monastery and learning about Buddhism. The monasteries we work with are located in different areas in Kathmandu, Pharping, Nala and the Everest regions.
Teaching Volunteer at Buddhist Monasteries in Nepal
Interested in teaching while also learning something new? When you join this unique project, you will teach English and other subjects to monks of all ages while being immersed in the day-to-day lifestyle at the monastery and learning about Buddhism. The monasteries we work with are located in different areas in Kathmandu, Pharping, Nala and the Everest regions. During your program, you will live in the monastery itself where you will be teaching. The nearest monastery to our Kathmandu center is Tinchuli (near the Bauddhinath Stupa) which is about a 30 minute drive from our center in Kathmandu. The monasteries in Nala and Pharping are about 2 hours by car from Kathmandu. The monasteries wher
Teach children from 3-16 years old from migrant families living in the periphery of the city. The population of migrant laborers has been increasing, which affects children who must leave their schools for 4-5 months every year when their families migrate to different locations every few months.
Our main concern is the realization of sustainable peace and development in which the children, youth, women, adults and elders are involved in positive activities that will ensure socio-economic welfare in this village. Volunteers participate in various activities depending on their interests, such as:
Providing regular basic education for migrant children
Developing infrastructure in the village, including better roads, constructing a rainwater harvesting system, and setting up libraries
Conducting workshops on general health, hygiene habits and nutrition
Running environmental camps to teach about household waste management
Teaching classes for kindergarten children during the day while t
In this exciting program, participants will be involved in important work to maintain and preserve Madagascar's wildlife heritage, by working with a lemur experience program.
As a conservation participant, you will first learn about Madagascar’s flagship species especially the ones which are endemic to this part of Madagascar, with other representatives of unique fauna like the Madagascar fish-eagle and Ploughshare tortoise. Preparing the lemurs morning and afternoon feed along with cleaning their cages comprise daily project activities.
Mangrove Forest Conservation Volunteer in Madagascar
In this exciting program participants will be involved in important work to maintain and preserve Madagascar's wildlife heritage through mangrove conservation. Espace Zeny is a cultural and ecotourism site just a 10 minutes drive from Hell-Ville and 20 minute walk thereafter.
Mangrove Forest Conservation Volunteer in Madagascar
This site is bordered by a mangrove forest and consists of a center dedicated to train youth – from rural communities in Nosy Be and from the mainland about professional organic farming. As a conservation participant, you will first learn about the mangrove forest in Nosy Be, its richness, uses and threats. You will first work on designing an environmental teaching manual for children. After this you can begin our community environmental education outreach program, helping to highlight the importance of mangroves and their sustainability to the local communities and schools. You will work on mangrove forest seedbeds. Young plants will firstly be used to reforest a showcase site and living cl
Most people in Madagascar can't afford to travel, and in villages like Tsararano Ambony there is little chance of contact with the outside world. You, as a foreign teacher, enable the students to form a relationship with someone from a different background and culture.
On the other hand, the local teachers can also learn new and up to date teaching methods and techniques from you. You will mainly assist the regular school teachers in the school and therefore even without a formal teaching background you can participate in this project.
You will teach children from different age groups with different learning capacities. You are free to use your own teaching materials and methods in teaching. You can use the course book as reference or educate children through conversation with spoken English. During your time here you can teach them different subjects such as mathematics, history, science, geography, computer, technologies, music, arts and crafts, differen
Construction and Renovation Volunteer in Madagascar
The Construction and Renovation project at Nosy Be supports small communities in and around the island. It aims to build and renovate school buildings that are essential for the growth and development of the children along with the local community.
Construction and Renovation Volunteer in Madagascar
You will work under a local coordinator who will provide you guidance and training to work alongside the local families and other participants. The project involves hard physical and manual labor since you will be laying bricks, doing carpentry, painting, waterproofing, laying tiles, landscaping/gardening, as well as, improving the community’s hygiene and sanitation facilities.
The kids at the kindergarten are right at the start of their school careers and the chance to start learning English at such an early age will prove invaluable for them further on. Like in kindergartens throughout the world, the teaching is informal as the children will want to play with you more than be taught.
However, just by getting them enthused about coming to school, giving them some very basic English phrases such as simple greetings, you may as well have sown the seeds of a lifelong learning habit. The children will all be excited to see you and welcome you exceptionally, partly due to the natural and genuine friendliness of the people of these villages but also due to the fact that you will be one of the few foreigners they have ever met, up close!
World Endeavors offers culturally focused international programs in 42 countries around the world. In each location, our programs are designed to be enriching and immersive while offering an impressive list of unique, challenging and hard to find opportunities. Start your journey now!
ITALY
Italy uplifts, motivates, and stirs the senses in a way unlike any other, as it houses numerous exemplary pieces of art, architecture, and culinary delights that are among the world's finest.
Welcome to Ghana, a land of vibrant culture, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes. This West African country is famous for its hospitable people, colorful festivals, and delicious cuisine.
The land of smiles and endless adventure! Discover stunning beaches, ancient temples, and vibrant markets, and indulge in mouth-watering street food. Thailand is a must-visit destination!
Welcome to England, where history, culture, and charm collide. Explore iconic landmarks, quaint villages, and indulge in traditional cuisine. With friendly locals and a rich heritage, England is a must-visit destination. Come and explore its magic!
Our international programs are intentionally curated to be comprehensive, and include all that you need to succeed and stay safe abroad.
YOUR PROGRAM
Customized to match your interests and goals
Year-round program availability and start dates
Flexible durations
ACCOMMODATION
Variety of options depending on program type – host family, shared apartment/house, student residence
Vetted and hand-selected with quality and safety in mind
TEAM OF EXPERTS
Dedicated one-on-one advisor
Local on-site coordinator
PEACE OF MIND
Comprehensive travel medical insurance
Mental Health First Aid-certified staff
24/7 emergency travel assistance
PREPARATION AND SUPPORT
Airport pickup
Pre-arrival and on-site orientation
24/7 local support
RE-ENTRY AND CAREER INTEGRATION
Re-entry handbook and support
Assistance with resume updates
World Endeavors Alumni Network
HEALTH & SAFETY
When you feel safe and respected abroad, you will flourish. World Endeavors participants are transformed through enriching, rewarding and safe experiences around the world. We meticulously monitor travel recommendations and will only facilitate programs where we can ensure our participants’ safety.
We take key steps to ensure our participants’ well-being, including providing a pre-trip success guide, 24/7 local support, in-country trained staff, pre and post-arrival orientation, comprehensive travel medical insurance, and Mental Health First Aid-certified staff. Please contact us if you have any specific questions or concerns.
Recent Testimonials
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SydneyIntern in Ireland
“I didn't feel like I was an intern - I felt like a member of the staff!”
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BridgetIntern in Czech Republic
“I went into it having high expectations and everything was completely fulfilled. I learned a lot - it was amazing.”
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WhitneyIntern in Costa Rica
“Absolutely amazing. I learned so many new things I had never learned before and I'm still in touch with my host family.”
How to apply
You’ve decided to go abroad – amazing! Applying for your World Endeavors program is easy and stress-free. We can’t wait to get you on your way!
STEP 1
EXPLORE & ASK Research and compare. If you can’t decide on a program, we can guide you toward the best fit.
STEP 2
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Fill out our online application form to share all your relevant details with our team.
STEP 3
ENROLL & PREPARE Receive your official acceptance and enroll. We’ll give you all the info you need to get ready!
STEP 4
START YOUR ADVENTURE! You’ve researched, planned and saved. Now you’re ready. It’s time to PUT YOURSELF OUT THERE!
