Peru

Where can you go

Peru is a land of ancient history, vibrant culture, diverse landscapes, and welcoming people. From the soaring Andes to lush Amazon rainforest, it’s a place where your contribution can make a real difference, especially in education, community development, health, and environmental work.

Peru’s rich cultural heritage, rooted in Incan civilization and diverse Indigenous communities, makes it an inspiring backdrop for a meaningful volunteering experience. While volunteering, you’ll immerse yourself in daily life, develop close ties with local people, and gain a deeper understanding of both the country’s strengths and the challenges many communities face.

Through Project Trust, young people aged 17–25 can volunteer in areas such as teaching, youth development, community health, environmental projects, and school support. Each placement is designed to be a true exchange: while you share your skills, energy, and creativity, you’ll also learn from the resilience, warmth, and resourcefulness of the people you live and work with.

Key notes about Peru

Placement length: Full & Shorter
Programmes:TESOL, Youth Development
Volunteers Aged 18 – 25

Living in Peru

You’ll live in your placement community, often with host families or local guest accommodation. Expect shared living conditions and basic amenities, particularly in rural areas.
Daily life will include work during weekdays according to the schedule of the partner organisation. This could mean classroom time, extracurriculars, community outreach, or environmental tasks. Outside of work, you’ll have free time to explore, learn about local culture, possibly travel to archaeological sites, or hike in the mountains.

Volunteering in Peru

Youth Development

As a Volunteer in Peru you may participate in Youth Development, supporting learning and development outside of the classroom and through extra-curricular activities.

TESOL Primary

You will support your project with the teaching of English lessons to students aged 6-11.

TESOL Secondary

You will support the teaching of English lessons by planning and delivering English classes to students aged 12-14 and sometimes older!

“It’s been the single most impactful year of my life.”

24/25 Volunteer

Volunteering in Peru can transform both the community and yourself. You’ll help local partners strengthen education, health, or environmental services, support young people in gaining skills, and contribute to sustainable development. As a volunteer, you’ll gain language skills, cross-cultural understanding, resilience, leadership, and memories that last a lifetime. Instagram (projecttrust).