Student & Graduate International Volunteer Placements

Cuso International

27d

About The Position

Jumpstart your career with Cuso International. This international volunteer placement is designed for final‑year undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates who are seeking immersive, hands‑on experience in global development.
Volunteers are placed with Cuso International partner organizations and contribute to locally led, sustainable development initiatives.
We invite you to tell us about your skills and how your academic background, education, volunteer experience, or professional experience can support our partners’ priorities.

Requirements

• Applicants must demonstrate relevant academic, volunteer, and/or work experience in one or more of the fields outlined above. Experience may include a combination of coursework, internships, placements, volunteer roles, student leadership, or paid employment.
• Fluency in English, French or Spanish, depending on location
• Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada Only

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of partner‑led programs, projects, and initiatives
• Contribute to research, data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Assist with planning, coordination, and documentation of activities, meetings, or trainings
• Support the development of communications and knowledge‑sharing materials, such as reports, briefs, presentations, or digital content
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities, including data tracking and reflection
• Apply academic knowledge and professional skills to strengthen partner capacity and systems
• Collaborate effectively within multicultural and cross‑cultural teams
• Participate actively in learning, reflection, mentoring, and professional development activities
• Uphold Cuso International’s values related to gender equality, inclusion, and ethical engagement

Benefits

• Monthly living allowance
• Accommodation
• Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
• Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)
• Ongoing local support
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees