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Cathleen Stone Island Outward BoundSelective

Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound: Green Ambassador Program

A 6-week paid employment program for Boston residents ages 15–18 combining outdoor work, environmental conservation, leadership development, and Outward Bound expeditions on Boston Harbor Islands.

Jul · 6 wk sessionsCommuterBoston, MAFreeApplications closed for 2026; check early 2027
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Community Service, Outdoor Adventure, Leadership
SubjectsEnvironmental Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Carpentry, Citizen Science, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, Green Jobs
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://cathleenstoneisland.org/programs/green-ambassadors
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Kaya Responsible TravelSelective

Kaya Responsible Travel: Under 18 Volunteering Abroad

Kaya's Under 18 Volunteers program organizes volunteering abroad placements for participants aged 15–17 across 150+ projects in Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. Projects span arts, community, conservation, education, and healthcare with greater supervision and support tailored for younger volunteers.

Jan–DecResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership
SubjectsVolunteering Abroad, Community Development, Environmental Conservation, Arts & Culture, Healthcare Volunteering, Teaching & Education
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,957
Websitehttps://www.kayavolunteer.com/volunteer-abroad/volunteer-types/under-18-volunteer
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VISIONS Service AdventuresSelective

VISIONS Peru High School Service Program

A residential service-learning program in Peru's Sacred Valley where high school students complete 35–60 hours of community service projects (irrigation, adobe construction, school improvements) while immersing in Quechua culture, learning Spanish, and exploring Incan heritage sites.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialUrubamba, Peru$3,000–$6,99966 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership, Language
SubjectsService Learning, Quechua Language, Spanish, Indigenous Culture, Construction, Environmental Conservation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,890
Websitehttps://visionsserviceadventures.com/peru/
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Global Service Adventures

Global Service Adventures: Teen Summer Programs

Summer service-learning and adventure programs for teens combining community service, cultural immersion, and outdoor activities in international locations.

ResidentialMultiple locations$500–$1,499
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure, Community Service
SubjectsCommunity Service, Environmental Conservation, Outdoor Adventure, Cultural Immersion
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,400
Websitehttps://globalservicetrips.com/teen-summer-program/
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Instituto Hemingway

Instituto Hemingway: Spanish & Volunteer in Spain

Intensive Spanish language course combined with volunteer work in Bilbao, Spain. Students study Spanish 20 hours per week while volunteering up to 20 hours weekly in community organizations including environmental, social, educational, and animal welfare sectors.

Jan–Dec · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuterBilbao, Spain$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesLanguage, Community Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, STEM
SubjectsSpanish Language, Volunteer Work, Environmental Conservation, Education, Animal Welfare, Social Services
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://www.institutohemingway.com/volunteer-in-spain.php
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Global Routes

Global Routes: Create a Custom International Experience for your School or Group

Fully customizable international and domestic travel programs designed for schools and groups, featuring experiential education with immersive experiences, community connection, and local expertise across multiple destinations worldwide.

May–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, Leadership
SubjectsClimate Solutions, Social Justice, Indigenous Rights, Environmental Conservation, Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure, Reforestation/Sustainability, Spanish Immersion, Leadership Training, Service Learning, Wilderness Training, Cross-Cultural Immersion, Ancient History & Art, Himalayan Trek, Culture & Revitalization, Social Entrepreneurship, Immigration & Legal Systems
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,995
Websitehttps://globalroutes.org/programs/custom-programs/
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VISIONS Service Adventures

VISIONS Service Adventures High School Service Summer Programs

Tech-free, residential service immersion programs in Montana, Dominican Republic, and Peru offering 13–19 day trips focused on community service, cultural immersion, and leadership development for high school students ages 14–18.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,99966 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership, Outdoor Adventure, Language
SubjectsService Learning, Cultural Immersion, Spanish Language, Environmental Conservation, Indigenous Studies, Leadership Development, Construction, Adventure Sports
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,890
Websitehttps://visionsserviceadventures.com/
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Amigos de las AmericasCredit

Amigos de las Americas

Nonprofit organization offering summer service and cultural immersion programs across Latin America for middle and high school students, including Immerse, Explore, Discover, and Middle School models with durations from 12 days to 6 weeks.

Jun–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999354 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership, Language
SubjectsCommunity Service, Environmental Conservation, Cultural Immersion, Spanish Language, Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Action, Wildlife Protection, Leadership Development
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,575
Websitehttps://amigosinternational.org/summer-programs/
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ARCC Programs

ARCC Programs | Bali & Sumatra: Protecting Reefs & Rainforests

An 18-day international service program combining environmental conservation work in Sumatra and Bali, including orangutan habitat restoration, coral reef restoration, SCUBA certification, and cultural immersion.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, STEM
SubjectsEnvironmental Conservation, Marine Biology, Coral Reef Restoration, SCUBA Diving, Balinese Culture
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,588
Websitehttps://arccprograms.com/programs/bali-sumatra-summer/?trip_of_interest=Bali%20and%20Sumatra:%20Protecting%20Reef%20and%20Rainforest
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Broadreach

Broadreach: 12-Day Scuba + Sailing Discoveries

A 12-day liveaboard catamaran program in the Caribbean offering PADI scuba certifications, sailing instruction, marine biology exploration, and community service. Students dive, sail, snorkel, and participate in environmental conservation projects while island-hopping through St. Martin, St. Barts, and Saba.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999309 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th
CategoriesOutdoor Adventure, STEM, Community Service
SubjectsScuba Diving, Sailing, Marine Biology, Watersports, Environmental Conservation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,380
Websitehttps://www.gobroadreach.com/programs/middle-school-caribbean-intro-scuba-sailing-summer-program/
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Rustic Pathways

Fiji Adventures and Service with Rustic Pathways

A 16-day service-learning and cultural immersion program in Fiji's Yasawa Islands where students ages 14–18 complete approximately 45 hours of environmental service (sanitation infrastructure, reforestation, coral reef conservation) alongside snorkeling, village visits, and cultural activities like kava ceremonies and traditional dancing.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialMomi Bay, Fiji$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service
SubjectsService Learning, Environmental Conservation, Cultural Immersion, Coastal Exploration
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,995
Websitehttps://rusticpathways.com/students/programs/sun-sand-and-international-service
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Rustic Pathways

France Travel and Adventure Programs with Rustic Pathways

A 15-day guided group travel program through France featuring cultural immersion in Paris, Bordeaux, Arcachon, and the Basque Country. Students experience art, French language practice, culinary traditions, coastal exploration, and service learning projects with local organizations.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialParis, France$3,000–$6,999Summer sessions typically fill by March
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, Language
SubjectsFrench Language, Art History, Culinary Arts, Sustainable Practices, Basque Culture, Environmental Conservation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,995
Websitehttps://rusticpathways.com/students/programs
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Pacific DiscoveryCredit

Pacific Discovery: Summer Programs Abroad

Pacific Discovery offers multiple summer travel abroad programs for high school and college students, combining adventure travel, cultural immersion, and service-learning/conservation projects across destinations including Thailand, Bali, New Zealand, Fiji, Ecuador, Galapagos, Costa Rica, Hawaii, and Australia.

Jun–Aug · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsMarine Conservation, Environmental Conservation, Cultural Immersion, Adventure Travel
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500
Websitehttps://www.pacificdiscovery.org/programs/summer
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Dream Volunteers

Service Trips by Dream Volunteers

International service trips combining volunteer work and cultural immersion in destinations across Central America, South America, Africa, Asia, and beyond. Participants live with local hosts while engaging in community-designed service projects focused on education and environmental protection.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMountain View, CA$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsCommunity Service, Environmental Conservation, Education
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,400
Websitehttps://dreamvolunteers.org/service-trips/
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UMass AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Building & Construction Technology: Sustainable Building Lab

A 2-week residential or commuter program investigating sustainability in the built environment through hands-on activities including CAD design, energy efficiency analysis, and field trips to sustainable material manufacturers and campus buildings.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsConstruction Technology, Sustainable Building Design, CAD/SketchUp, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Conservation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/bct-sustainable-building-lab
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Westcoast Connection

Westcoast Connection: Costa Rica Service & Adventure

An 18-day service-learning and adventure travel program in Costa Rica featuring community volunteer projects, wildlife conservation work, and adventure activities like whitewater rafting, surfing, and zip-lining across multiple regions including the Central Valley, Arenal Volcano, and coastal beaches.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsCommunity Service, Volunteering, Environmental Conservation, Adventure Travel, Cross-cultural Learning
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,899
Websitehttps://www.westcoastconnection.com/programs/volunteer/community-service/costa-rica-18-days/
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Westcoast Connection

Westcoast Connection: Ecuador & the Galapagos Service & Adventure

A 21-day service and adventure program in Ecuador featuring community volunteer work, cultural immersion, and activities like whitewater rafting and snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands, Amazon rainforest, and Andes highlands.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsService Learning, Cultural Exchange, Environmental Conservation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,799
Websitehttps://www.westcoastconnection.com/programs/volunteer/community-service/ecuador-galapagos-21-days/
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BroadreachCredit

Broadreach: 21-Day Advanced Scuba Voyage

A 21-day liveaboard sailing and advanced scuba diving expedition in the Caribbean featuring PADI certifications, marine education, and environmental conservation service learning across St. Lucia and the Windward Islands.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMarigot Bay, Saint Lucia$7,000+309 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesOutdoor Adventure, STEM, Community Service
SubjectsAdvanced Scuba Diving, Sailing, Marine Biology, Environmental Conservation
Cost$7,000+ · $7,980
Websitehttps://www.gobroadreach.com/programs/high-school-st-lucia-advanced-scuba-sailing-summer-program/
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ActionQuestCredit

ActionQuest Summer Adventures for Teens - Dolphin Adventure

A 17–21 day residential sailing and marine biology program for ages 15–18 in the British Virgin Islands, featuring scuba diving certifications, tropical marine research, and watersports aboard live-aboard sailing vessels.

Jun–Aug · 3 wk sessionsResidentialWest End, British Virgin Islands$7,000+Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Outdoor Adventure, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsMarine Biology, Scuba Diving, Sailing, Watersports, Environmental Conservation, Underwater Photography
Cost$7,000+ · $7,470
Websitehttps://www.actionquest.com/adventures/dolphin/
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Global Expeditions Group

GoBeyond Student Travel

High school community service summer programs combining meaningful cross-cultural service and travel adventures to international destinations including the Caribbean, Central America, South America, Iceland, Asia, and Australia.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsEnvironmental Conservation, Community Service, Adventure Travel, Cross-Cultural Learning
Cost$7,000+ · $6,770
Websitehttps://www.gobeyondtravel.com/
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Pacific Discovery

Pacific Discovery: Australia Summer Program

A 4-week immersive travel and service learning program across Australia featuring adventure activities, environmental conservation work, and cultural immersion. Students depart from Brisbane and conclude in Sydney, traveling through Fraser Island, Byron Bay, national parks, and the Blue Mountains.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialBrisbane to Sydney, Australia$7,000+Rolling
Entering gradesCollege
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure, Community Service, Leadership
SubjectsEnvironmental Conservation, Surfing, Hiking, Snorkeling, Canyoning, Paddleboarding, Aboriginal History, Eco-tourism, Wildlife Monitoring
Cost$7,000+ · $7,950
Websitehttps://www.pacificdiscovery.org/
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Pacific DiscoveryCredit

Pacific Discovery: Australia Summer Program | 4 weeks

A 4-week travel and service-learning program exploring Australia's east coast from Brisbane to Sydney, featuring wildlife encounters, outdoor adventures, and conservation volunteer projects with Aboriginal cultural immersion.

Jun–Aug · 4 wk sessionsResidentialBrisbane to Sydney, Australia$7,000+
Entering gradesCollege
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Outdoor Adventure, Community Service
SubjectsEnvironmental Conservation, Wildlife Studies, Aboriginal History, Outdoor Adventure, Cultural Immersion, Service Learning
Cost$7,000+ · $7,950
Websitehttps://www.pacificdiscovery.org/programs/australia-summer
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Sail CaribbeanCredit

Sail Caribbean Foxtrot Program

A 21-day live-aboard sailing program on 45-foot catamarans in the British Virgin Islands combining sailing, marine biology, environmental conservation, and 20–30 hours of community service. Participants ages 12–18 explore reef ecosystems, monitor sea turtles, and develop water sports and sailing skills.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialTortola, British Virgin Islands$7,000+
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, STEM, Outdoor Adventure, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsMarine Biology, Environmental Conservation, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Sea Turtle Monitoring, Reef Conservation, Watersports
Cost$7,000+ · $7,895
Websitehttps://www.sailcaribbean.com/browse-adventures/foxtrot-21/
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Franklin Academy

Franklin Academy: Nepal Human Rights & Sustainable Development Project

A summer program inspired by United Nations Sustainable Development Goals where high school students engage in human rights advocacy and environmental conservation research in Nepal's mountainous regions, partnering with ICIMOD and local communities.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialKathmandu, Nepal
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Leadership
SubjectsHuman Rights, Sustainable Development, Environmental Conservation, Research Methods
Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/global-philanthropy-leadership-program/nepal/
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