Intern & Volunteer in Asia
Thinking about volunteering in Asia? You can discover a small part of this diverse continent by volunteering with Kaya in energetic destinations such as Jaipur, India or the more laid-back Tacloban City, in the Philippines. Explore the numerous UNESCO sites in Sri Lanka or the modernity in Beijing and you can discover more than you imagined in these beautiful countries across Asia-Pacific. Kaya has been an expert in sustainable community development and environmental initiative programs for 15 years. With Kaya, you can explore the culture and lifestyle of eleven countries across Asia, from Nepal to Australia.
Asia is a continent of contrasts, you can find some of the most modern advances next to people and countries that struggle to meet their basic needs. Our intern and volunteer opportunities in Asia can provide a real difference to the futures of the communities you work with, whether it be on our Turtle Nesting and Island Coral Reef Conservation project in Borneo, or the Women’s Empowerment projects in India.
You can be part of something great, helping provide essential Healthcare, Nutrition and Dentistry in Siem Reap or building new infrastructure on our rebuilding project in Nepal. Each Kaya project you work with will help to ensure sustainability and positive impacts on the community and its people.
Why Volunteer abroad or Intern in Asia-Pacific with Kaya Responsible Travel?
- You can volunteer and intern in Asia on one of our projects for anywhere between 2-12 weeks.
- Kaya’s volunteer and intern abroad programs are available to start throughout the year.
- All of our projects work towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Kaya provides all volunteers and interns are provided accommodation for the duration of their trip.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- There are 47 countries across Asia-Pacific – The largest country is China with a population of 1.412 billion.
- Languages spoken – There are 2192 languages spoken in Asia.
- Religions – There are many religions across the countries in Africa, however the main religions are Hinduism and Islam.
- Currency – There are around 60 different currencies across the Asia-Pacific region.
- Climate – Asia is a large continent with many varied climates across the region!
FUN FACTS ABOUT ASIA PACIFIC
Asia is the largest continent in the world. The immense amount of land means that the region is one of the richest in the world for natural resources such as fish, water, rice, silver, copper and petroleum.
Asia Pacific countries with Intern and Volunteer projects
Volunteer or Intern in Australia
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Volunteer or Intern in Nepal
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Volunteer or Intern in Sri Lanka
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Volunteer or Intern in Cambodia
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Volunteer or Intern in New Zealand
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Volunteer or Intern in Thailand
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Volunteer or Intern in India
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Volunteer or Intern in Philippines
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Volunteer or Intern in Vietnam
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Asia Pacific Travel FAQs
Do I need to arrange my own flight & accomodation?
Accommodation is fully provided by Kaya at one of our accommodation spots. Participants typically stay in a homestay, shared accommodation or guest house. Although volunteers and interns pay for their own flights and travel, we will help you every step of the way!
Is it safe to intern and volunteer in Asia?
Hundreds of Kaya volunteers travel to Asia every year and we pledge to keep them safe. Our project managers are fully trained in first aid, a pre-departure information pack is sent to our interns and volunteers before leaving with all of the latest safety information. Have a look at our general safety information here. With Kaya, you can travel to Asia with confidence!
What Asia travel restrictions are there?
Travel restrictions are constantly changing and vary by country, however, don’t worry, your expert placement advisors are here to help you prepare for your journey even throughout! You can feel safe knowing if there are any travel restrictions or VISAs necessary, they will provide you with 24/7 support. If you have any questions, Request a Call Back and we will be happy to answer any queries you may have.
How do I know what internship or volunteer in Asia programme is right for me?
Asia-pacific is a continent rooted in diverse cultures and history. No matter where you go in Asia, you will have the opportunity of a lifetime, whilst taking part in a project that really matters. Our placement advisors can help you make your decision easier with their expert experience; reach out to our advisors for more information.
How to Volunteer or Intern in Africa or complete and Internship?
We’re happy you have chosen us to volunteer or intern with! All you have to do is the following steps:
- Apply online and pay a small application fee to reserve a space on your selected project, then our trusted advisors will contact you to guide you through the next steps.
- Once we receive your application, we will be in contact shortly to arrange an informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.
- Following the interview, your advisor will provide you with a placement offer. Once you’re ready to confirm placement dates, you can pay the remaining balance and secure a spot on the project.
- Finally, once all details have been confirmed, Kaya will send you a Welcome Pack with lots of helpful information to assist you on preparing for your journey.
We can’t wait to see you! Whether it be in Zambia, Uganda or another one of our amazing destinations, our Africa volunteer programs do important work that matters. Apply now!
Our Volunteer Projects and Internships in Asia
Easy 4-step application process
APPLY ONLINE
Apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.
TELEPHONE INTERVIEW
Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.
CONFIRMATION
Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.
GET PREPARED
When you have confirmed your project dates we’ll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.