A leading development charity with almost 2,000 skilled professionals currently working in over 40 countries. Volunteers can be aged between 20 and 75 years and must have a formal qualification and some work experience. Regular postings are for two years and volunteers are provided with accommodation and a local level allowance as well as airfares and insurance. Range of jobs is vast and includes small business advisors, teachers, social workers, health professionals, management consultants, marine biologists, accountants and farmers.  Visit site

The WCV is a non-profit organization registered in the state of NY. Winant Volunteers are American citizens of all ages (over 18), who since 1948 have traveled to the UK as a group, exporting their enthusiasm and energy to English grass roots community service programs.  Visit site

World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.  Visit site

WorldTeach is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that provides opportunities for individuals to make a meaningful contribution to international education by living and working as volunteer teachers in developing countries. Currently we have yearlong or summer programs in China, Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, Guyana, Namibia, South Africa, Marshall Islands, Pohnpei, Poland and Venezuela.  Visit site

Set up on the occasion of UK’s Year of the Volunteer 2005, the website allows to search for volunteering opportunities and to find local volunteer centers in most parts of UK.  Visit site

Youth.gc.ca is all about helping Canadian youth 15 to 30 years of age. Provides a listing of volunteering opportunities for youth in local communities.  Visit site