Archaeology volunteer opportunities abroad

If you want to develop the skills that archaeologists rely on to unearth and protect stories of the past, this volunteer project is right for you.

You’ll be working alongside expert archaeologists, historians, and curators. You’ll be well supported by these experts as well as Projects Abroad staff.

Projects Abroad offers volunteer opportunities at archaeological digs for everyone. You do not need previous experience to join. But if you’ve worked on archaeological projects before, we can place you in a role where your professional skills will be really valued.

Some of the things you’ll do on these projects include:

• restoration
• excavation
• writing reports
• drawing maps
• keeping field documents.

If you’re interested in field work that protect vulnerable parts of our planet, but feel Archaeology isn’t right for you, you may be interested in our Conservation & Environment Projects.

By joining one of our Archaeology volunteer opportunities, you’ll get the skills you need to fulfil your ambitions while supporting local initiatives aimed at preserving history.

Here are just some of the benefits that our previous volunteers talk about:

• Soft skills like teamwork, leadership, resilience, organising, planning, and time management.
• Support and contact with professional archaeologists.
• Experience in hands-on archaeology and field work.
• The ability to work and empathise with people of different cultures and backgrounds, helping to develop a ‘global mindset’.
• Confidence from pushing past your comfort zone.

All of the above will enhance your CV, university applications, and your personal development.

At Projects Abroad, our first aim is to provide a safe and incredible learning experience. You can be assured that your project is ethical, well supported, and targets the needs of local communities. Here’s just a few elements of our work that really set it apart from other volunteering programmes:

Real work with trained professionals

On these projects, you’ll work alongside trained professionals. You can observe them in their everyday work, ask questions and hear more about their experiences. You’ll pick up important practical skills, but also gain insight into the thinking that goes into archaeology.

Hands-on experience and practical skills

Our volunteers carry out their own tasks that are important for the overall project, so you can be sure you’re making a valuable contribution.

Comprehensive safety procedures

We believe we offer the best support on the market. We handle the organisation of all your accommodation and transport after your arrival, you’ll have staff support available 24/7 both in-destination and online, and we even provide comprehensive pre-departure advice.

Read more: Our approach to safety