Volunteer Programs in China
Volunteer in China, a vast country filled with modern skyscrapers, rural farmlands, and palaces from ancient dynasties. Explore one of the only man made landmarks that can be seen from space, the Great Wall of China, and practice Mandarin, the most spoken language in the world. With a great need for volunteers in the fields of education, childcare, and wildlife conservation, China has a volunteer placement for everyone. Combine ancient cultural exploration with fulfilling community service, and you have volunteering in China, the trip of a lifetime.
26 Volunteer Programs in China


International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
World’s #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
Giant Panda Center in Chengdu, China
Volunteers are invited to assist in an exciting and meaningful pr...
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Volunteer World
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Wanderlust Exchange
Wanderlust Culture Home-stay English Teaching Program
Wanderlust Au Pair China Program integrates educational travel, M...
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Connect-123 Internship Programs
Global Internship & Volunteer Programs with Connect-123!
Whether you're looking for a hands-on, career-related internship ...
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GoBeyond Student Travel
GoBeyond - Global Community Service Adventures for Teens
This program goes beyond ordinary high school travel programs and...
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Omeida Chinese Academy
Volunteer in China + Study Chinese
Volunteer for a few hours from Monday to Friday and receive free ...

Lingoinn Teacher Homestay
Immersive Learning: Homestay with Professional Teachers
Lingoinn offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the C...

Globe Aware
Volunteer with Globe Aware - Changing China
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Rustic Pathways
China Travel Programs - Rustic Pathways
Explore the enchanting wonders of China, where ancient meets mode...

Cultural Homestay International
Teach English to a Host Family in China!
CHI works with trusted overseas partners in Beijing and in Shangh...

Meiji Internships
Hong Kong Internship with Meiji Internships
Hong Kong is a magical, futuristic city built by the ancient civi...
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Summerbridge Hong Kong
2025 Summer Program Student Teacher
Interested in youth teaching and community service in Hong Kong t...

United Planet
Volunteer Abroad in China | United Planet
Home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, China offers vol...

Project Trust
Project Trust: Make a Difference and Discover the World
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Locations
Shanghai, the most populous city in the world, is located in east China on the mouth of the Yangtze River Delta. Originally a fishing village, Shanghai is now a popular tourist destination, known for its modern skyline, historical and cultural landmarks such as the Yu Garden, and as the global finance center. Popular placements in Shanghai include working in orphanages, teaching English, or volunteering with children with disabilities.
Beijing is China’s capital city located in the north. Volunteering in Beijing gives volunteers the chance to visit the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Full of historical buildings and landmarks from ancient Chinese dynasties, Beijing is a city that allows travelers to immerse themselves in China’s extensive history. Placements in Beijing are similar to Shanghai - working with children with disabilities and orphanages are both very popular. There are also plenty of opportunities to teach English in Beijing.
Another popular location for volunteering in China is Xi’an. Located in the northwest of China in the center of the Guanzhong Plain, Xi’an is home to the Terracotta Warriors and is one of the oldest cities in the country. Volunteers can visit sites such as the Shaanxi Grand Opera House, the Xi’an mosque, or take a dip in the Huaqing Hot Springs. Popular volunteer placements in Xi’an include teaching English and helping with childcare.
Chengdu is a city located in southwest China and is known as the “country of heaven” or “the land of abundance”. Home to to Panda Research and Breeding center, Chengdu is a popular place for volunteers seeking to work with pandas.
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