Jamaica

You’ll work with us to achieve long-term goals on various volunteer programmes that address specific needs. Help children improve their reading and comprehension at schools, and do the same with adults in the community. Work outdoors and get your hands dirty building toilets and playgrounds. Or, spend time learning directly from doctors at a hospital.
You’ll live and work in and around Mandeville. Our full-time staff in Jamaica are there to support you 24/7 if you need it, wherever you’re based.
Get ready to dance to reggae rhythms and enjoy the warm Caribbean sunlight as a volunteer in Jamaica. You can also relax on beautiful white beaches or explore Jamaica’s lush green interior on hikes.

Childcare

Seeing the development of a child, and being a part of that process, is priceless. As a childcare volunteer, you’ll play a direct role in helping children, while also learning new skills.

, 7 Days
Are you interested in learning more about early childhood development? Do you want to gain practical childcare experience? Do you want to help those in need at the same time? Childcare in Jamaica lets you do just that. You’ll get to gain valuable experience in childcare, and can also work on personal skills like leadership, teamwork, and planning. If you love children and have all the energy in the world for them, this project is for you. You don’t need previous experience.
$3,020
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Intern Abroad

Join one of our international internships and gain work experience overseas to boost your professional development.

This is what you can expect on one of our internship opportunities abroad:

  • Receive first-hand practical knowledge in your field to help your professional development
  • Gain international work experience through experiential learning
  • Hone vital professional skills like communication and organization

, 14 Days
Our medical internship is perfect for any student with an interest in medicine. Medical work experience in Jamaica will boost your CV, and your university or job application. Your experience will also be invaluable in interviews, so talk about what you learned and the challenges you faced. Please note that you have to be 18 years or older to join this project.
$3,455
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, 14 Days
Are you a current dentistry student or recent graduate? Looking to gain international work experience and build your CV? Then this is the ideal internship for you. You’ll learn from skilled local professionals, and find out more about healthcare practice in a country different from your own. It’s also a great way to prepare for your future career as a dental practitioner. This internship is open to those aged 18 and over who have completed at least one year of dentistry-related studies or training.
$3,455
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, 14 Days
Are you a current psychology student, or a recent graduate? Looking to gain psychology work experience in Jamaica? Then this internship is ideal for you. You’ll be able to put your theoretical knowledge into practice while helping people in need of treatment for mental illness. In order to join this project, you need to be studying social work, psychology or guidance counseling, or have a qualification in one of these fields. You’ll also need to commit to at least four weeks on this project.
$3,455
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Medicine and Healthcare

A Medicine & Health Care Internship  will help you get the real-world clinical experience you need to excel in a medical career. Our medical trips  are flexible and safe. Programs can be adjusted to your level of experience, making them ideal for undergraduates and pre-meds aiming for Medical School.

, 14 Days
Our medical internship is perfect for any student with an interest in medicine. Medical work experience in Jamaica will boost your CV, and your university or job application. Your experience will also be invaluable in interviews, so talk about what you learned and the challenges you faced. Please note that you have to be 18 years or older to join this project.
$3,455
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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, 14 Days
Are you a current dentistry student or recent graduate? Looking to gain international work experience and build your CV? Then this is the ideal internship for you. You’ll learn from skilled local professionals, and find out more about healthcare practice in a country different from your own. It’s also a great way to prepare for your future career as a dental practitioner. This internship is open to those aged 18 and over who have completed at least one year of dentistry-related studies or training.
$3,455
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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, 14 Days
Are you a current psychology student, or a recent graduate? Looking to gain psychology work experience in Jamaica? Then this internship is ideal for you. You’ll be able to put your theoretical knowledge into practice while helping people in need of treatment for mental illness. In order to join this project, you need to be studying social work, psychology or guidance counseling, or have a qualification in one of these fields. You’ll also need to commit to at least four weeks on this project.
$3,455
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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Sport's Coaching

Volunteer on a Sports Project with Projects Abroad and spend time in your chosen destination helping young people have fun and challenge themselves. Sport has the capacity to change lives. Alongside promoting lifelong health and fitness, sport can offer young people a path towards confidence, self-belief and achievement.

, 14 Days
Are you passionate about sports and fitness? Do you enjoy working with children? Looking for an international sports coaching experience? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this volunteer project is the right one for you. Not only will you be helping children in disadvantaged communities to develop their skills, but you will also gain valuable work experience in a different cultural setting. You don’t need previous coaching experience to join.
$3,455
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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Teaching

Join a teaching abroad program and help children access the education they need for a brighter future. We know that education is essential for breaking down the barriers of poverty and inequality. We see it every day on our Teaching Projects. By joining us on a volunteer teaching placement, you’ll be able to make this change happen yourself!

, 7 Days
This project is perfect for anyone interested in getting practical classroom experience, while also supporting teachers in a developing country. You’ll work with professional teachers who will guide you, then give you more responsibility as you gain confidence. This volunteer opportunity will give you plenty of hands-on teaching work experience in Jamaica, which you can use to boost your resume. This is a great way to kick start your career in teaching. You’ll also learn skills like planning and leadership, which you can apply to any career. No experience? No problem! You'll work with a local teacher in the classroom, and Projects Abroad staff are there to guide you.
$3,020
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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Volunteer Abroad

, 7 Days
Are you interested in learning more about early childhood development? Do you want to gain practical childcare experience? Do you want to help those in need at the same time? Childcare in Jamaica lets you do just that. You’ll get to gain valuable experience in childcare, and can also work on personal skills like leadership, teamwork, and planning. If you love children and have all the energy in the world for them, this project is for you. You don’t need previous experience.
$3,020
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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, 7 Days
This project is perfect for anyone interested in getting practical classroom experience, while also supporting teachers in a developing country. You’ll work with professional teachers who will guide you, then give you more responsibility as you gain confidence. This volunteer opportunity will give you plenty of hands-on teaching work experience in Jamaica, which you can use to boost your resume. This is a great way to kick start your career in teaching. You’ll also learn skills like planning and leadership, which you can apply to any career. No experience? No problem! You'll work with a local teacher in the classroom, and Projects Abroad staff are there to guide you.
$3,020
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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, 14 Days
Are you passionate about sports and fitness? Do you enjoy working with children? Looking for an international sports coaching experience? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this volunteer project is the right one for you. Not only will you be helping children in disadvantaged communities to develop their skills, but you will also gain valuable work experience in a different cultural setting. You don’t need previous coaching experience to join.
$3,455
Next Departure May 09 May 10 May 11
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