The best part about business volunteering abroad is that there is a little something for everyone. There are a range of business volunteer opportunities that allow you to choose from strictly business to more cause-centric placements. As you are choosing the best business volunteer program for you, you’ll want to consider your personal priorities and goals for the experience.
The most popular way to volunteer abroad in business is for charity or nonprofit organizations in microfinance or business development. Each business volunteer program provides a unique business experience that encourages you to improve everything from interpersonal communication skills to project management.
The length of business volunteering abroad is completely flexible, depending on the amount of time you want to spend abroad. Placements can be anywhere from one to two weeks to one to two years. Any length of time volunteering abroad will be a valuable experience, but to truly immerse yourself in the host culture, it is recommended that you participate in a program that is two to four weeks or longer.
Requirements vary between programs, but generally there is a minimum age requirement of 18 years old. Most business volunteer programs provide training, and therefore, do not require previous experience; however, some will ask that you are either currently pursuing or have already graduated with a business-related degree.