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Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference, meet new people and get involved in your local community. 

Not sure how to start volunteering? The LSE Volunteer Centre is here to inspire and empower you to volunteer for causes that you are passionate about!

To get started:  

The Volunteer Centre holds an annual Volunteering Fair in October, and also has a variety of events going on throughout the year that you can get involved in, designed to fit your schedule.  

Email them at volunteer@lse.ac.uk if you have any questions about getting involved in volunteering. 

The feed below is the most recently added volunteering opportunities from LSE Volunteer Centre. You can check out the whole range of volunteering opportunities by logging onto CareerHub and search “volunteering opportunities".  

  • UN Project Coordinator
    Employer: United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme
    Application closing date: 5 Jan 2026, 11:59 pm
    Location: Jordan
    UN Volunteers has an exciting opportunity for students interested in humanitarian work for the United Nations! The project centers on supporting The Economic Commission for Western Asia (ECWA) Technology Centre (ETC) in organizing the Arab SMEs Summit 2025 and executing a range of related activities aimed at promoting technology and entrepreneurship among SMEs and startups in the Arab region. The UN Volunteer plays a key role in developing project implementation plans, drafting proposals, coordi
  • Volunteer Interpreter
    Employer: Detention Action
    Application closing date: 5 Jan 2026, 11:59 pm
    Location: London - Islington Greater London United Kingdom
    Detention Action is a small cutting edge NGO working in the field of human rights. We support people in Harmondsworth and Colnbrook Immigration Removal Centres and London prisons by giving emotional and practical support and advice over the phone and in person.
  • Volunteer
    Employer: ASCC - Up Market
    Application closing date: 5 Jan 2026
    Location: London London, England United Kingdom
    Albion Street Community Charity (ASCC) a registered charity has successfully traded as an independent charity shop , UpMarket (UM) for 14 years. Profits from UM fund local community projects.
    UM is located in an area with mixed demographics. For many residents, the shop is a 'community hub'
  • PGCE – Primary Education with QTS: Lower Primary (3–7 years) & General Primary (5–11 years)
    Employer: University of Cumbria
    Application closing date: 5 Jan 2026
    Location: London London, England United Kingdom
    Do you dream of making a difference in children’s lives—igniting enthusiasm, nurturing curiosity, and inspiring young minds?
  • Research , Learning and Policy (Migration/ Education/ International Development) Volunteer
    Employer: Wonder Foundation
    Application closing date: 6 Jan 2026, 11:59 pm
    Location: London, Brixton (Hybrid) Greater London United Kingdom
    In this flexible opportunity you would work closely with our Chief Learning Officer and Co-Founder supporting a range of projects relating to our work with vulnerable women and girls.
  • Reforestation & Ecosystem Restoration Volunteer
    Employer: EcoSwell
    Application closing date: 7 Jan 2026
    Location: Lobitos District Piura Peru
    Volunteer Internship
  • Doorstep Help Volunteers
    Employer: Holborn Community Association - Community
    Application closing date: 9 Jan 2026
    Location: London London, England United Kingdom
    The aim of the project is to help reduce loneliness and isolation, while empowering older adults living in the Holborn area.
  • ProjectCHAKRA Internship (Fully-funded internship in India)
    Employer: ProjectCHAKRA
    Application closing date: 10 Jan 2026, 11:59 pm
    Location: Ahmedabad Gujarat India
    A fully-funded social impact/social entrepreneurial internship in India open to 19-24 year olds.
  • Finance Volunteer
    Employer: Hounslow Action for Youth
    Application closing date: 10 Jan 2026, 11:59 pm
    Location: Hounslow Greater London United Kingdom
    We’re looking for a motivated Finance Volunteer to support our charity with fundraising and finance reporting activities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience, develop key skills, and contribute meaningfully to our work.
  • Pick & Pack (Baby Bank Volunteer)
    Employer: Little Village
    Application closing date: 11 Jan 2026
    Location: Wembley, London, London London United Kingdom
    Our Pick and Pack team are based in one of our lively baby banks. Together we sort, check, and prepare pre-loved items for children. Volunteers create high-quality bundles of toys, clothes, and equipment to gift to families.

 

We are committed to providing transformational opportunities beyond the classroom in line with LSE's Student Futures programme. This activity contributes to 'Engaging with Civic Issues'.

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