Volunteer in South America
Volunteer in Mendoza, Argentina
- Volunteer in Mendoza giving back to the community
- Help others and make a difference
- Flexible volunteer projects in Mendoza
- Optional Spanish courses available
- Volunteer projects from 4 to 12 weeks
Information: Volunteer Projects in Mendoza
Free Volunteer Projects in Mendoza
Volunteer in a soup kitchen
Vounteers help with the food preparation and service offered to underprivelged families, children and adults. Volunteers in Mendoza will also spend time with children and serve as a mentor by assisting them with their schoolwork and recreational activities.
Volunteer assisting health professionals
Volunteer in Mendoza assisting pediatricians, psychologists, and nutritionists with their nutrition programs. Observe medical procedures and consultations. Aid malnourished children by visiting their boarding homes and assisting them with their schoolwork and their rehabilitation.
Environmental Protection
Volunteer in Mendoza helping an NGO promoting free access to information on environmental issues. Learn how these volunteer organizations work to raise awareness concerning environmental health and attempt to increase public participation in conservation.
Requirements: Volunteer in Mendoza
Following are the requirements for the volunteer in Mendoza program:
- To be formally registered in a GIC Argentina program for at least 4 weeks
- Submit a copy of your CV / resume (in English or Spanish)
- Attend the mandatory volunteer orientation
- Minimum commitment of 4 weeks in your volunteer project *
- To have an international health insurance coverage.
Start Dates: Volunteer in Mendoza, Argentina
The orientation for new volunteers is held once a week, usually on Wednesdays* If you arrive after the orientation, you will have to wait for the next orientation date in order to start your volunteer project. Please, contact one of our coordinators to find out when the next orientation will be.
Volunteer Projects in Mendoza, Argentina
GIC Argentina does not charge students to volunteer in Mendoza. Upon arrival we will introduce you to one of our partner volunteer organization. Most of the volunteer projects are free. However, some volunteer organizations require a monetary donation to support their projects and volunteers are also responsible for the cost of transporation to the volunteer project.
Schedule: Volunteering in Mendoza
Each free volunteer project in Mendoza has a different schedule and they can vary depending upon the time of the year and the number of volunteers assignet to a particular project.
The availability of volunteer projects in Mendoza during the months of December, January and February is limited, please consult.
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FAQ: Spanish Lessons in Mendoza
Frequently Asked Questions
Our volunteer South America programs in Argentina are at no charge for any of our participants enrolled in our Spanish, semester or TEFL programs. If you are enrolled in any of these programs, you can volunteer abroad for free and enroll without cost at any of our wide variety of volunteer programs.
2. What is the minimum age to participate in this Latin America volunteer program ?
You have to be at least 18 years of age to be part of a volunteer project.
3. What level of language skill do I have to have to volunteer in Argentina for free?
There is not language requisite to participate in some of these volunteer South America programs. However, other volunteer projects require an intermediate or advanced level of Spanish.
4. What is the length of the volunteer work in South America programs?
The South America volunteer program duration can be flexible depending upon the volunteer assignment. We ask, however, for a minimum commitment of 4 weeks.
5. How much time is spent each week in the volunteer in Latin America program?
The schedule of each volunteer project is different can can vary depending upon the time of the year and the number of volunteers assigned to that project. Most volunteer projects meet once or twice a week for aprox 4 hours.
6. How can I enroll in this volunteer Latin America free program?
It is very easy! Simply fill out the application form by clicking here and submit a résumé/CV and soon you’ll be volunteering in South America!
7. Can I combine this volunteer South America program with other programs?
Yes! You can combine this volunteer abroad for free program with other programs if you want, but you should arrange this in advance to make sure that there are no scheduling conflicts and that there is space available. Please, contact us if this is your situation.
8. Do I receive a certificate at the end of the volunteer program?
Yes, upon request GIC Argentina will give you a certificate of participation in our Volunteer Work Program.
9. Do you arrange excursions on the weekend?
Yes!! We can arrange optional trips to many parts of Argentina – however any costs are not included in the program price. Your program does include cultural activities such as walking tours around Mendoza, theaters, museums, etc.
10. Will I meet anyone if I go alone to volunteer in Argentina?
Yes! Most of our participants travel independently and are looking to meet other people with an interest in learning a language and discovering another culture. Not only will you meet other Argentina volunteer program participants, but you will meet locals as well, at your volunteer project, in your home stay and in your travels.
11. Do I need a passport or visa or work permit for these Argentina volunteer programs?
You must have a valid passport to participate in our volunteer work programs, and in some cases you need a visa depending on your country of citizenship. The volunteer opportunities we offer are considered cultural exchange programs, therefore work permits are not required. Please note that you will not be allowed to seek paid, non-program related employment while on a visitor’s visa.
12. Is medical insurance included in the program price?
No, medical insurance is not included and it is REQUIRED to participate in the volunteer abroad for free program. We strongly encourage students to get travel and health insurance. GIC Argentina will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the participant relating to medical illness, accidents or any reason that will result in the participant’s early return.
13. What happens if the South America volunteer project is not successful?
One of the benefits of our program is the support and guidance we provide throughout your volunteer placement. So far, we had never had any adaptation problem with students participating in this volunteer program but, obviously, the one factor that no one can foresee is how well various individuals will get along. We will seek an alternative volunteer in South America placement if you are not satisfied with the one you were assigned to.
