Service and Leadership Programs

Service and Leadership Programs

Explore various opportunities for international service, wilderness leadership, and intercultural exchange.

International & National Service

• Peace Corps
  An international organization established to promote world peace and friendship. Volunteers serve in 70 countries working on water sanitation, education, and health initiatives.
• Corporation for National and Community Service
  Helps strengthen communities through Americorps and Learn and Serve America programs.
• Habitat for Humanity
  A non-profit housing organization seeking to eliminate poverty housing. Volunteers help construct decent, affordable houses in partnership with those in need.

Environmental & Wilderness Leadership

• Earthwatch Institute
  Promotes sustainable conservation by creating partnerships between scientists, educators, and the general public through volunteer field research.
• National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)
  A leader in wilderness education, teaching outdoor skills and leadership through immersive wilderness courses.
• Outward Bound
  A skill-based program offering wilderness courses with an emphasis on environmental stewardship and leadership development.

Educational & Intercultural Exchange

• American Field Service (AFS)
  Dedicated to intercultural education exchange with opportunities to travel and study worldwide.
• Interlochen
  An innovative program providing high school graduates with an alternative to entering college immediately, focusing on career exploration and experiential education.