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Work Exchange Programs in Middle East with Worldpackers

27 opportunities found

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Experience in Wadi Rum desert

13h/week Content Writer Web Developer
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 4.0
  • Needs help immediately

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Volunteer needed for Bedouin camp!

15h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Camping Wadi rum, Jordan

Experienced web developer and photographer

10h/week Web Developer
From 1 day to 1 week Tent 2 meals
  • 5.0
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Camping wadi rum, Jordan

Support cultural activities and engage with visitors in a Bedouin

25h/week Kitchen Hand Tour Guide Housekeeping Reception
From 2 to 12 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Camping wadi rum, Jordan

Support and Hospitality in a Bedouin Desert Camp! :)

15h/week Content Writer Web Developer
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Camping Wadi rum village, Jordan

Web Developer: Promote, Create, and Explore Together :)

6h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 2 days to 1 month Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Experience nature up close while supporting local communities

5h/week Web Developer
At least 8 days Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Join us for digital improvements and desert adventures!

25h/week Content Writer Web Developer
At least 2 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 4.0
  • Needs help immediately

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Help us grow our online presence and be amazed with our desert

25h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

Camping Wadi rum, Jordan

Digital and informatic help in the desert of Jordan! :)

25h/week Video Making Content Writer Photography Social Media
From 2 to 8 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Eco Lodge Quairah District, Jordan

Come live and share the life of a Bedouin in Jordan

20h/week Video Making Content Writer Photography Social Media
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0

Camping Wadi Rum, Jordan

Volunteer at a Traditional Bedouin Camp

15h/week Tour Guide Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 1 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.0

Hostel Mitzpe Ramon, Israel

Hiker friendly desert hostel looking for volunteers, Mitzpe Ramon - Israel

28h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Camping Wadi Musa, Jordan

Experience Bedouin Culture & Help Us Grow!

25h/week Reception
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0

Eco Lodge Wadi Rum, Jordan

Be Our Content Creator & Social Media Volunteer

10h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 1 day to 2 weeks Tent 2 meals

Homestay Aqaba, Jordan

Experience bedouin cultures on desert of Wadi rum

6h/week Web Developer
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0

Work exchange opportunities in Middle East with Worldpackers

How to Work and Travel in the Middle East?

The Middle East is one of the most historic regions in the world. Birthplace of important religions like Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, the region receives many tourists. For those interested in getting to know more of the history of this region with so much variety in culture, language, religion and politics, one of the more economic options is a work exchange. It’s a way to see the Middle East up close for just a few hours of work in exchange for accommodation.

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Tips for Work Exchange in the Middle East

Tourism in the Middle East has grown quite a lot over the last few years and, because of that, the region is now on the itinerary of solo travelers who want to visit under-explored places. Many go to the region to see important religious sites like Jerusalem and Nazareth. Others go in search of the beautiful scenery found in the Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Turkey. For those interested in getting to know the region better and working abroad, volunteering is a good option.

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How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

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