Short Term Application Process
The SCI Short Term Volunteering international website lists all short-term volunteer camps offered by SCI and its partner organizations worldwide. Applicants should use the search tool on the site to identify up to six volunteer camps that match their interests, availability, and travel plans.
When reviewing projects, please read the volunteer camp descriptions carefully. Each listing outlines the type of work involved, expectations for volunteers, living conditions, and any participation or travel costs. Thoughtful project selection helps ensure a positive and meaningful volunteering experience.
All short-term volunteer applications are processed by the SCI branch or partner organization in the applicant’s country of residence.
Please note: The search engine displays open projects only. Many countries do not host workcamps year-round—particularly between October and February. If your preferred destination does not appear, we recommend checking again in a month or two. Most workcamps take place from early spring through late summer.
For additional guidance or questions related to short-term volunteering, applicants in the United States may direct inquiries to Volunteers for Peace (VFP), the SCI–USA partner organization for short-term volunteering.
