Verge Magazine: Volunteer abroad, work and travel, study abroad

Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people's lives. You'll get to work side-by-side with local people on community-led initiatives, connect with others from around the world, and still have time for your own personal adventures. Cross-Cultural Solutions operates international volunteer programs in 12 countries. Choose from start dates year-round and lengths of stay from 1-12 weeks. Whether you're looking for a meaningful holiday alternative or a unique way to gain work experience, this could be the opportunity you've been searching for. CCS in-country staff will welcome you to the CCS Home-Base and ensure that all of your needs are met - from safety and lodging to perspectives and insight about the local culture.

About Us: Cross-Cultural Solutions operates programs in 12 countries with more than 300 staff members worldwide. To date, the organization has brought more than 15,000 participants to countries around the world.

Cross-Cultural Solutions offer three types of Programs: Volunteer Abroad, Intern Abroad and Insight Abroad. Our Volunteer Abroad and Intern Abroad Programs are year-round, and normally range from 2-12 weeks. We have programs in Brazil, China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Morocco, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Tanzania and Thailand. Our Insight Abroad program is one week and is available in Brazil, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Peru, and Russia. We have been profiled in more than 500 news outlets, including Time, Newsweek, Travel + Leisure, The Today Show, USA Today, The New York Times, National Geographic Traveler, the San Francisco Chronicle, CNN, and the ABC Nightly News. Cross-Cultural Solutions is a recognized leader in the international volunteer field, sending thousands of volunteers overseas every year. We are in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations and in partnership with CARE, one of the world's largest international humanitarian organizations.