Our volunteers work where they're needed most. You'll share your skills and expertise, not your money, to ensure your work has a lasting and sustainable impact.
Our volunteers come from all sorts of backgrounds, with international volunteers working alongside others from the country or community we’re working in.
Find out more about who can volunteer with us
Our placements are carefully designed in collaboration with everyone from governments to local community groups, to make sure you pass on the right skills to the right people.
The volunteer journey
We’re here to support you at all stages of your volunteer journey – from the moment you consider applying, until long after your placement ends.
What to expect from the application process.
How we help you prepare to volunteer with us.
How we support you whilst you're volunteering with us.
What happens when you finish volunteering with us.
Questions about volunteering
We're always happy to answer any questions you have about volunteering with us.
If you have any questions about volunteering with VSO, we'd love to answer them.
You can:
- contact us directly,
- sign up to our newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest news and opportunities,
- join us online at a Meet VSO webinar.
Find out more about volunteering
Who can volunteer with us
The key criteria for volunteering with us.
How to apply
What to expect from the volunteer application process.
Volunteering opportunities
Browse all our current volunteer opportunities.