Short Term

What is a short term assignment?

Short term assignments can range anywhere from one day to two months.

What types of opportunities are available?

The following is a sample list of areas in which an international, short term volunteer might serve:

  • Medical/Dental
  • Administration
  • Education
  • Construction
  • Frontline/Pioneer
  • Pastoral/Evangelism
  • Orphanage Work
  • English Language Schools

Who can serve?

  • College Students
  • Professionals
  • Laborers
  • Academics
  • Trades People

There is a place for everyone who meets the qualifications. See the Qualifications section for a more specific explanation.

Where?

Everywhere—particularly in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America and the South Pacific.

Why volunteer?

Because the Holy Spirit calls us to do so.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why go through AVS? You are identified as a part of the official program of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist® Church. You qualify for insurance from Adventist Risk Management (ARM). Volunteer service can lead to lifetime employment or even full-time missionary service with the Church. You establish a record of volunteer service which makes it easier…

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Getting Ready

Now that your assignment has been officially approved in writing, you can: Work with your volunteer coordinator regarding visa and travel arrangements.Begin immunizations early to ensure protection and to avoid receiving injections overseas.Communicate with your assignment supervisor to learn all you can about your specific position, the institution, and the people.Study all you can about…

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How to Apply

1. Click Find an Assignment, select an assignment, click view details while noting the accommodations, visa requirements, financial responsibilities and qualifications for each assignment. 2. Once you’ve found an assignment that interests you, click “Apply”. 3. If you do not already have an account in VividFaith, you will be asked to register to become a VividFriend.…

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Qualifications

You qualify to be an Adventist Volunteer if you are: Between 18 and 79 years of age (you must complete your service by your 80th birthday). A baptized member of the Seventh-day Adventist® Church and have been in regular standing with the church for at least one year. Financially able to serve without expectation of…

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