--- title: ILP Blog | All About ILP + Volunteering description: All About ILP + Volunteering | Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. --- **ILP VOLUNTEER TRIPS NOW OPEN TO COUNTRIES ACROSS THE WORLD! **[Start My Application Online ](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hs-fs/file-860189993-png/layout/logo1.png)](http://www.ilp.org) [Apply Now](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [ Login ](https://my.ilp.org) ## [Do I Choose The Country For My ILP Trip?](https://blog.ilp.org/country-assignment-process) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 6/17/26 7:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/291859062_831101471190095_6312640813779464341_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/country-assignment-process) Yes! We're so excited to help you have the adventure you've been dreaming about. We do have limited spots in each group, though, so keep reading to find out how spots are assigned, what happens when a country fills up, and when to apply to snag a spot in your dream location. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/country-assignment-process) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/country-assignment-process#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) ## [Answering All Of Your Questions About Being An ILP Head Teacher](https://blog.ilp.org/answering-all-of-your-questions-about-being-an-ilp-head-teacher) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 3/6/26 11:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/kamriewilkinson_1702191420_3254539980570305240_5696725668.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/answering-all-of-your-questions-about-being-an-ilp-head-teacher) Being an ILP Head Teacher comes with unique perks and responsibilities — here's all the details to decide if you'd be a good fit for the role! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/answering-all-of-your-questions-about-being-an-ilp-head-teacher) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/answering-all-of-your-questions-about-being-an-ilp-head-teacher#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) ## [What Does The Program Fee Cover For An ILP Trip?](https://blog.ilp.org/what-does-my-program-fee-cover) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 2/18/26 5:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/IMG_4596.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/what-does-my-program-fee-cover) Are you wanting to make a difference, travel the world, grow personally or just start a new adventure? You've probably looked around at a few study abroad programs or humanitarian programs and gotten a bit discouraged when you realized how expensive they can be ... but not ILP! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/what-does-my-program-fee-cover) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/what-does-my-program-fee-cover#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising), [For The Parents](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/for-the-parents) ## [How To Pay Way Less For Your Volunteer Semester Abroad With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 9/10/25 9:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-10%20at%201.43.18%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) Wanting to travel + volunteer abroad and have authentic cultural experiences ... but not sure how to make it happen? That's where we come in! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [Do I Need Power Adapters And Converters During My Semester Abroad?](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-power-adapters-and-converters) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/7/25 7:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-12-20%20at%2012.58.57%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-power-adapters-and-converters) What's the deal with converters and adapters? Do you need both? Just one? What if I'm going to this country, but not that country? Don't worry, this post has you covered.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-power-adapters-and-converters) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-power-adapters-and-converters#comments-listing) Topics: [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) ## [Should I Volunteer Alone Or Go With A Friend?](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 4/29/25 10:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Mexico%20Group%20San%20Miguel%20De%20Allende%20-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) Both are options, but one is way more popular.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [All About Vacations With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-vacations-with-ilp) Posted by [Taylor Taft](https://blog.ilp.org/author/taylor-taft) on 1/9/25 4:33 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/IMG_6566.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-vacations-with-ilp) Having vacation time to explore nearby places makes volunteering with ILP irresistible! Here's everything you need to know about how vacationing works when you're volunteering with International Language Programs. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-vacations-with-ilp) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/all-about-vacations-with-ilp#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [Tips For Snow College Students Wanting To Volunteer With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-snow-students-wanting-to-volunteer-with-ilp) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 12/18/24 10:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/IMG_0445.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-snow-students-wanting-to-volunteer-with-ilp) Are you a going to school at Snow College but want to take a semester off to volunteer with ILP? You might be able to still get school credit for your time abroad. Here's some helpful info to consider + how to get the process started. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-snow-students-wanting-to-volunteer-with-ilp) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-snow-students-wanting-to-volunteer-with-ilp#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Tips For Your Twenties](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/tips-for-your-twenties) ## [Which ILP Programs Fit During Your Summer Break?](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-programs-fit-during-your-summer-break) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 11/28/24 9:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/mikelle_palmer_367411419_269257695854916_4226685639151456221_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-programs-fit-during-your-summer-break) Most of our ILP volunteers are college students or maybe you're looking for high school summer abroad opportunities ... either way, we can get you set up for a summer volunteering abroad! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-programs-fit-during-your-summer-break) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-programs-fit-during-your-summer-break#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Tips For Your Twenties](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/tips-for-your-twenties) ## [How It Works To Head Teach with ILP As A Married Couple](https://blog.ilp.org/head-teaching-with-ilp-as-a-married-couple) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 11/5/24 8:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/eden.w.stucki_1701823490_3251453556942065328_291431917-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/head-teaching-with-ilp-as-a-married-couple) Going on another ILP semester as a Head Teacher means you get that experience all over again, with some big perks (like having your ILP program fee waived!). If you're wondering how that works as a married couple (with you both as Head Teachers or just one of you), you're in the right place.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/head-teaching-with-ilp-as-a-married-couple) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/head-teaching-with-ilp-as-a-married-couple#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) [All posts](https://blog.ilp.org/all) [Next](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering/page/2) ## **[Hey friends!](https://blog.ilp.org/)** We are ILP, a Utah-based non-profit org that has service abroad opportunities for college-age volunteers. We love travel so we're sharing all our tips for making the most of your time living abroad + seeing the world, and how to do it all on the tiniest budget. 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