United States only🌍 Paid Volunteer Opportunity: Local Coordinator Part-Time | Work from Home + Local Field Work
International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES)
Do you have a passion for cultural exchange and enjoy connecting with people in your community? As a Local Coordinator with ICES, you have the opportunity to work from home while actively engaging with your local area to secure volunteer host families for international high school students to achieve their American dream. This position is a great fit for individuals with full-time jobs, stay-at-home parents, retirees or other commitments. More than 80% of our Local Coordinators manage this role alongside their full-time jobs, demonstrating flexibility and making valuable contributions.
🧡 What You’ll Do:
- Work from home on your own schedule to recruit volunteer host families and support the exchange students and host families throughout the year.
- Be active in your community—by building relationships
- Conduct in-person home visits and guide host families through onboarding
- Coordinate with local high schools to ensure student success
- Host or attend local events and check-ins with students and families
- Be a friendly, reliable mentor for students during their stay in the U.S.
- You will be able to collaborate with a dedicated ICES regional team. This team is committed to providing ongoing training and support to ensure your success and growth within the organization.
✅ What You Bring:
- Warm, enthusiastic, and caring personality
- Great people and networking skills
- A passion for diversity and youth development (students ages 15–18)
- High school diploma + 7+ years of post-grad work/life experience
- Access to reliable transportation for local visits and events
- Independent, flexible, responsible, and ready to make a difference
Great fit if- you're the kind of person who loves meeting new people, supporting teens, and getting involved locally. In this commission-based role, you'll help secure volunteer host families for international high school students — and be part of a meaningful cultural exchange.
🌟 About ICES:
Since 1991, International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES) has brought the world closer together by connecting global youth with welcoming U.S. host families. Join us in building peace and understanding—one student, one family, one community at a time.
Requirements
- Strong passion for cultural exchange and global understanding.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in community engagement, program development, or related fields.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Familiarity with local resources and networks that support cultural initiatives.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in social sciences, education, or community development is preferred but not required. Training is provided for the right candidate
Benefits
💵 What You Get:
- Commission-based income: $4,000–$30,000+ per year (based on placements & support)
- Performance bonuses
- Free international travel to places like Paris, Berlin, Bangkok, and more
- Annual training conferences in Las Vegas or Orlando (when you place 3+ students)
- Ongoing training and a supportive, mission-driven team
