Volunteer: Help make a dream come true & make a difference: Host an exchange student (Houston, AK)

ie-usa; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for compassionate host families to welcome exchange students into their homes. This rewarding volunteer opportunity allows you to share your culture, create lifelong friendships, and provide a nurturing environment for students from around the world. By hosting, you will not only enrich the lives of these young individuals but also gain a unique perspective on their cultures and traditions. Whether you are a traditional family, single parent, or retiree, your open heart and spare bed can make a significant difference in a student's life. Join us in fostering global awareness and understanding!

Responsibilities

• Provide a bed, meals, and local transportation for exchange students.
• Support students and share American traditions with them.

Job description

Volunteer: Help make a dream come true & make a difference: Host an exchange student (Houston, AK)

Join us to apply for the Volunteer: Help make a dream come true & make a difference: Host an exchange student (Houston, AK) role at International Experience - USA.

About iE-USA

iE-USA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational exchange organization founded in 2002. We are dedicated to building relationships and understanding among people worldwide. We believe that learning about other cultures, languages, and customs is the best way to eliminate fears and prejudices. We pride ourselves on providing personalized care and support to our exchange students, host families, schools, and team members. We are certified by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET).

Visit our website to learn more!

Why Host?

Share your world, raise global awareness, and create lifelong friendships by hosting a high school exchange student. We are currently seeking host families in Houston, AK, and surrounding areas for several fall 2025 exchange students. Opportunities include full year, semester (5 months), or welcoming families. All you need is a spare bed and an open heart.

Meet the Students

• Marina from Spain, age 15 - likes skiing, gymnastics, equestrian, and youth group
• Finn from Germany, age 16 - likes American Football, basketball, chess, and design
• Eliza from Belgium, age 17 - likes gymnastics, painting, reading, and writing
• Rocio from Spain, age 15 - likes band, public speaking, violin, gymnastics, and the outdoors

What’s Involved?

Hosting involves providing a bed, three meals a day, local transportation, and family support. In return, you and your family will gain a lifetime experience, learn about another culture, share American traditions, and build a meaningful bond with a student from abroad.

Who Can Host?

Traditional and non-traditional families are welcome, including retirees, empty nesters, young couples, singles, single parents, same-sex families, and multi-generational families.

Additional Information

This volunteer opportunity is offered in partnership with VolunteerMatch and LinkedIn for Good.