International Student Volunteers in Australia

  Australia

• Melbourne: 
Melbourne
• Sydney: 
Sydney
• Adelaide: 
Adelaide
• Perth: 
Perth
• Brisbane: 
Brisbane
• New South Wales: 
Canberra
• Queensland: 
Cairns
• Northern Territory: 
Darwin
• Tasmania: 
Hobart

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Programs run between May 17 and September 21

Description: The Standard ISV Australia Program is four weeks in length and consists of a two-week Volunteer Work Project and a two-week Adventure Tour within Australia.

Participants traveling to Australia may also choose a Customized ISV Program and select an additional Volunteer Work Project within Australia, extending their Program to a total of six weeks.

Conservation volunteer work projects:

Each project runs for two weeks and is operated in partnership with well-established conservation organizations including, not-for-profit groups, government departments, private industries, and local grassroots groups. Projects are based in various locations, from the remote outback to Australian suburbs. Each work team will be supervised and directed by professional staff from the host organization and an ISV project leader. The work team will consist of around 8 - 10 volunteers, depending on the project. *Please note that certain projects only operate on specific program dates.*

No prior experience or expertise in environmental areas is needed in order to participate. Accommodations vary with projects, ranging from volunteer houses, dormitory style accommodations to research stations. Meals (3 per day) will be provided during the volunteer project.

Projects:

Each project can be broadly classified based on the goals of the host organization, the project location, and the primary work task:

* Habitat Restoration projects encompass a huge variety of locations both on public and privately owned land. The goal of these projects is to improve local habitats through native revegetation and sometimes recreational facilities improvement including trail building. The primary task on these projects is weeding and native species planting. (ALT, Coastcare, Chittering Landcare, CVA, NPWS, LMRWG, TLC, WCMA, Mt Tomah)

* Wildlife Sanctuary projects include any project located in a designated wildlife or nature sanctuary. The goal of these projects is to conserve native animals in a relatively natural setting. Primary tasks vary across projects and can include fencing, weeding, planting, surveying, and animal husbandry. All of these tasks are directly related to the establishment or maintenance of the sanctuary and habitat, and animals within it. (AWC, FAME, Hanson Bay, Banrock, Walkabout)

* Scientific Research projects take place in a variety of locations, but the primary goal of the project is to undertake tasks related to a designated research study. Primary tasks may be directly related to the study and include animal & plant surveys, monitoring, experimental set-up, and other data collection. Tasks may also be indirectly related to the research goals of the organization and include weeding, planting, and operation of educational facilities. (DSE, AUSTROP, Koonamore)

* Outdoor Education projects are located on privately-owned land which has been designated as an outdoor education facility. The goal of these projects is to foster in visitors an understanding and appreciation of nature and conservation. Primary tasks vary and can include weeding, planting, building, trail maintenance, and property maintenance. (Wild Mountains, The Crossing, YET)

Please note: Projects are available on specific dates only. Hence, depending on your assigned departure date, only certain projects will be available. Please be flexible in your project preferences; these are ALL great projects with significant conservation and educational value in phenomenal locations.

Highlights: ISV's Two Week Adventure Tour

Participants will travel throughout Australia. Their adventure will include such
optional activities as:
* Scuba diving and snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef
* White Water rafting on the Tully River
* Discovering Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world
* Visiting a traditional Aboriginal cultural center
* Exploring Cape Tribulation where the Daintree Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef
* Surfing at the eastern most point of Australia, Byron Bay
* Rappelling down sandstone cliffs in the Blue Mountains
* Visiting an Australian Wildlife Park
* Sunset Cruise on Sydney Harbor
* Experiencing the true Aussie night life of Sydney and Cairns

Cost in US$: Please visit our website for more information

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Australia Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Exit DebriefingAbroad

International Student Volunteers's Mission Statement: To create an environment that combines conservation, education and recreation into the ultimate adventure travel program for students who desire to make a difference by volunteering in local communities abroad.

Year Founded: 1981