Gap Year Programs in Chengdu,China

Volunteers are invited to assist in an exciting and meaningful program with giant pandas in China! Their survival is of high importance and time is of the essence when it comes to saving this species. The China Conversation and Research Center for the Giant Panda (CCRCGP) is situated in Bifengxia, the branch of Woolong. For over 20 years the organization has worked for the preservation of the Panda population and has now resolved three key problems of breeding which restricted reproduction of the panda for a long time. The current panda birth and survival rates are some of the best in the world. The captive panda population of the program has risen from an initial 6 animals to over 70 pandas. In 2003 the first stage of a state of the art panda base was completed - a veritable panda paradise. It is divided into 6 sections - panda raising and breeding area, scientific study area, food preparing and animal hospital area, staff living area, bamboo base area and tourist accommodation area. Volunteer tasks include cleaning enclosures, preparing food and feeding these beautiful animals!

Volunteer in China and discover the Middle Kingdom from a completely different point of view. The massive country offers almost too many incredible sights to explore: from the megacities of Shanghai and Bejing to ancient temples, the Great Wall and the most spectacular natural sights, China will leave you absolutely stunned. A unique opportunity for volunteers in China is working with pandas. Even though the fluffy black-and-white giants are China's trademark wildlife, their numbers are declining and make conservation volunteering all the more necessary.

Lingoinn offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the Chinese language while experiencing authentic local culture through our homestay program. This is open to adult learners of all backgrounds and language levels, with no prior knowledge of Chinese required. You will stay at a teacher’s home, where lessons are customized to your needs and can take place indoors or in real-world settings like parks or markets. The program's flexibility means you can choose the city, course intensity, and number of cultural activities or tours you'd like to join, creating a truly personalized learning experience. Our Homestay with Professional Teachers in China programs last one to four weeks or longer, depending on your schedule and goals. Lessons begin on Mondays, with arrivals scheduled for the weekend before. This tailored homestay setup accelerates your language skills while providing a comfortable, engaging environment where you can experience Chinese culture first-hand.

Join our au pair programme in China and enjoy an unforgettable cultural experience. Program Benefits: • Free round-trip flights for placements longer than 3 months • Homestay accommodation and insurance included • 3–6 hours of free Chinese lessons per week • Choose from top cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and others across China • Participate in local trips and cultural activities • Tutor English and help with light housework in return Requirements: • Must be a foreigner with fluent English • Currently a university student or a recent graduate • Aged 18–28 on your expected arrival date • Experience in childcare, au pair work, or tutoring is preferred