Volunteer
The world is waiting
Peace Corps Volunteers work at the grassroots level to create change that lasts long after their service. As a Volunteer, you can make an investment in our world—one handshake, one project, one friendship at a time—that leads to new possibilities in service and when you return home.
Join 230,000 Peace Corps Volunteers and alumni
Who are Peace Corps Volunteers?
18+
You must be 18 or older to be a Volunteer.
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Are you an experienced professional or returned Volunteer?
Explore your options
Ready to Change the World?
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Step One: Find Your Path
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Is Peace Corps right for me?
Discover your options and learn more about who volunteers. -
Where do Volunteers go?
Peace Corps has Volunteers in more than 60 countries. -
What do Volunteers do?
Read more about the projects and issues Volunteers work on.
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Is Peace Corps right for me?
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Step Two: Follow Your Path
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View Volunteer openings
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Talk to a recruiter
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Attend an event
Peace Corps hosts many online and in-person events.
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View Volunteer openings
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Step Three: Start Your Application
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Application FAQs
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Application process
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Apply now
Get started! It only takes an hour to apply.
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Application FAQs
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