Seeking Volunteering Opportunity

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wfrancisMember16 February 2018 10:38:41

I am an American in Paris for another 8 months. I'm seeking a volunteering activity, preferably something historic, where I can work with my hands and knowledge of machining/tools. I know in France volunteering is looked upon differently than in the US but surely there must be a restoration effort somewhere I can help. I don't speak French well so I would welcome this as an opportunity to practice and learn more.

I have a lot of knowledge of the history of science as well, but sadly Musée des Arts et Métiers does not have a volunteer program. Beyond that, restoring historic machinery or even a building would make me happy.

I have a carte de sejour and carte vitale so it's 100% ok for me to do this kind of work for even for pay, but I'm happy to volunteer as well.

Any leads appreciated!

thank you,

Will

FrenciaMember27 February 2018 16:24:29

Hey Will,
Have you already tried websites such as workaway or helpx? I understand you mentioned your interest in volunteering and these websites offer some options. May not exactly fit in to your choice but worth a look.
Hope you get what you are looking for. All the best.

ChrisViP28 February 2018 04:39:16

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Hi everyone and welcome to Expat.com

You could also post your an advert in the Volunteering job vacancies in Paris section of the website to get a better exposure.

Good luck

Chris
Expat.com

SimCityATExpert28 February 2018 04:47:41

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Hi there,

Sorry I did not see this before. I can recommend Work Away

AshfoxMember11 March 2018 21:35:42

Hello

Try AIESEC, a global youth led organisation. They have paid internships and volunteering. That’s how I found my volunteering in Paris

Good luck

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