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IVHQ volunteer placement

International Volunteer HQ

Costs you

$285–$864

$285-$864 PER WEEK plus a $329-$449 registration fee. Owner's table puts a 4-week trip all-in at $2,500-$4,000 including flights

We take no commission if you enroll and have no relationship with the operator.

These pay you instead

US-Flag Small Ship Crew (Deckhand / Steward)$1,000–$1,400/wkContract Wildland Fire Crew (Type 2 IA)$18–$29/hrAlaska seafood processing$18–$27/hr

Budget-end volunteer placements from one to twelve weeks across many countries. Open enrollment, with the participant paying both a registration fee and a weekly program fee.

Term
1 wk–12 wk
Housing
Provided
Meals
Provided
Airfare
Not covered
Selectivity
Open enrollment
Age
18+
Citizenship
Any citizenship

Official site

Verified 9/10/2026 · www.volunteerhq.org