Admissions
When you are ready to enroll in a project in Jamaica with us, you can begin our simple enrollment process. Our team is always just a quick call or message away. Follow these steps to start planning and preparing for the volunteer experience of a lifetime.
Research & Get the Facts
Step 1: Research
Read through the webpage of the project you are interested in joining, what is included, and decide if that project is a right fit for you. Consider the costs involved, project durations, the requirements, and what you are able to do.
Step 2: Learn about us
Feel free to learn more about us and what we stand for. Read about us, check out our reviews, download our volunteer brochure, or read through our FAQ.
Step 3: Open a dialogue with family and advisors
Start talking with your parents or guardian, friends, academic advisors, or mentors about the project, why you want to join, and what you hope to accomplish during your trip. Be sure to share our website or brochure with them.
Step 4: Connect with a Project Advisor
Reach out to us to connect with a Project Advisor who will guide you through the enrollment process, answer any questions you have, help you set your goals and itinerary, and meet with you and your parents or guardians to provide more information.
Admissions & Getting Started
Step 1: Apply
Complete the application form. By applying you won’t be making a commitment or locking yourself into the project, so you are free to explore other options and compare our projects with other volunteer organizations. Instead, your application will help us better advise you, plan your itinerary and customize a project for you. We review and respond to applications within 48 hours.
Step 2: Meet us
Schedule a virtual meeting with us. If you are under 18, you are required to have a parent or guardian present. Meetings are done on Zoom, Google Meets, or via phone call.
Step 3: Review your project’s tuition cost
Review the offer email, which includes the cost, sample itinerary, what is included, and what you need to submit.
Step 4: Secure your volunteer orphanage abroad placement
Pay the Enrollment Fee and the Project Tuition. You have the option to pay the Project Tuition in full or request a payment plan.
Step 5: Start submitting documents
Submit outstanding payments and documents. The documents you should submit include:
- 2 Reference letters (1 personal, 1 professional)
- 1 recent photo ID (passport, national ID, school ID, or driver’s license)
- Proof of travel insurance
- Completed application form
- CV or resume
- Proof of qualifications (if you are certified or have experience in a specific field)
- Flight itinerary (Full Projects)
Pre-Arrival Prep & Getting Ready To Go
Step 1: Onboarding
After you pay your enrollment fee, you will be given a membership to Jamaica International Projects. Once you login you will be directed to your dashboard, where you can access your project documents and resources, including an orientation webinar, cultural and language courses, your itinerary and project placement documents once your project is confirmed. You can access these resources at any time before, during and after your project. You can also get access to your dedicated Project Advisor through your dashboard.
Step 2: Ensure you are travel ready
Check your passport to ensure it will not expire during your trip, research if you need a visa to stay in your host country, obtain a travel medical insurance plan that covers you during your entire project, and book your flights.
Step 3: Finalize your enrollment
Confirm that all fees are paid, and submit all required documents.
