Info For Parents & Guardians
Equip your child with the skills and experience to become a global leader of tomorrow.
At Jamaica International Projects, we believe the most successful, creative and confident students are those that travel and immerse in cultures different than their own. Students who grow up to be tomorrow’s leaders need to view life from multiple perspectives, not just their own. Traveling abroad to explore new cultures offers so many benefits, that many of the top universities and colleges actively encourage students to volunteer, intern, or study abroad. Students usually return home from a project abroad more socially aware, with more clarity on their career or higher education prospects, and with greater respect and understanding for different cultures. Ready to enroll your child in a fun and impactful trip to Jamaica? View our projects or scroll down to read more about what we offer.
What’s Included In Our Projects & Courses
Safety & Security
Our projects, accommodations, and transfers are all secure
Accommodation
Safe and well equipped accommodations for your comfort
Daily Meals
Full projects include breakfast & dinner daily, for all diets
Transportation
Airport transfers, trips to and from your volunteer site and excursions
100% Support
From the time you contact us until you leave, you are fully supported
Cultural Immersion
Join our culturally immersive activities & adventures
Flexible Programs
Projects run 365 days per year, so join whenever convenient
Travel Insurance
We help you get travel medical insurance to cover your trip
How your child or ward will benefit from our projects
- They give back and make a difference
- Their safety is guaranteed
- Perfect opportunity to challenge themselves
- Develop future-building skills
- Learn what it’s like to live away from home
- Get an insight into possible future career paths
- Prove their independence
- Enjoy delicious cuisine
- Complete engaging projects and accomplish measurable goals
- Make lifelong friends
- Dive into a new culture
- Have fun with a structured trip abroad
- Certified volunteer/community service hours
Why send your teen to Jamaica International Projects?
We’ve been helping volunteers, interns and students get an authentic experience of the Jamaican culture for almost 10 years, with over 100 successful projects completed.
What past participants say about our projects
FAQ for Parents
How safe is Jamaica?
Safety and security are our number 1 priorities at Jamaica International Projects. Jamaica is very safe once you go into the safe areas and travel with an experienced guide. From the moment we pick your child up from the airport to the moment their return flight departs, a member of our team will be with them and they will be under our protection and guidance.
Where they volunteer or intern will be safe, as well as our accommodation and transport vehicles.
How do you ensure the volunteer and project placements make a difference?
We carefully plan our projects and monitor them to ensure that our volunteers and interns are making a positive impact. We work with communities, schools, NGOs and orphanages in Jamaica that need help, and where we are confident our volunteers will have an impact, even in as little as 1 week.
Do you background check your staff?
Yes, all members of staff are background checked, from drivers to kitchen staff, office staff, and the cleaning crew.
How many other volunteers will be present while my child is there?
This depends. Sometimes your child will be the only volunteer present. Other times there may be a small group of up to 8 volunteers on a project. Projects planned during busy travel seasons such as summer or spring break usually mean they will get to meet more volunteers.
Can my child meet or connect with other volunteers before arriving?
Yes! If another age appropriate volunteer is scheduled to arrive at the same timeframe as your child and will be doing a similar project, then we will create a WhatsApp group where everyone can communicate and share ideas about their project.
Will my child be traveling alone?
Yes, unless they book with a family member or friend, or meet up with other applicants from their state during their flight. Once we have availability, you can join a project with your child and travel with them.
Will my child be picked up from the airport?
Yes! A member of our staff will be at the airport with a sign waiting to pick them up and take them to their accommodation. We will be tracking their flight, so they are guaranteed pickup regardless of flight delays. After their project is complete, we will drop them off back at the airport and walk them in to ensure they are safely checked in to their flight back home.
My child can’t eat certain foods. Will you cater to their special dietary requirements?
Yes! We cater to all dietary requirements and allergies, including diabetes, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, vegans, and more. We even cater to picky eaters.
My child only speaks English. What are the language requirements?
That is perfect! Jamaica is an English-speaking country, so English speakers will be right at home.
Is there insurance coverage for my child during their trip?
Yes, travel medical insurance is mandatory for participation in our projects. We work with a travel insurance provider who offers our volunteers affordable and hassle-free insurance coverage for their trips.
How much should they budget for spending money while in Jamaica?
This depends. Our projects include meals per day, accommodation and transfers, as well as some excursions. Spending money can range from anywhere between $20 USD to $300 USD per week, depending on the extra-curricular activities your child wants to do, if they want to purchase special snacks or items, and more.
