Quintessential Careers Site Award: United Planet

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December 18, 2006: United Planet

United Planet

A volunteering site from an international non-profit organization devoted to fostering cross-cultural understanding and supporting communities in need, partnered with the International Cultural Exchange Federation (ICYE), offering 6-month and one-year volunteer opportunities worldwide as an alternative to the Peace Corps.

Website sections include:

Quest -- Volunteer abroad, short- and long-term opportunities in more than 50 countries.
CAP -- Cultural Awareness Program. Learn and share cultures in your community.
UP Ambassador Club -- Learn how to get involved.
Special Projects -- Check out United Planet's latest educational, humanitarian, and peace-building projects.
United Planet (UP) Day -- Celebrate the UP Day in your area!
Volunteer
Short-Term Quests -- Volunteer abroad for 1-12 weeks.
Long-Term Quests -- Volunteer abroad for 6-12 months.

United Planet also offers various communities in which members/visitors can communicate:

UP Forum -- Discuss the world with more than 8,000 members.
VOE -- Voices of Earth. Share facts about your culture online.
GIQ -- What's your Global IQ (GIQ)? Play the online quiz and find out!
UP Ambassador Club -- Learn how to get involved.

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