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Volunteer Donate


COME ABOARD & FIND YOUR CREW.

If you’ve always wanted to use your unique talent and skills to transform lives
and make your mark on the world, we’ve got an opportunity for you. Come aboard
and find your crew.

Yanan Wei and Zoe Poehlman, ward nurses | Senegal


THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME IS CALLING.

YOU ALWAYS SAID “ONE DAY…” MAKE THAT DAY TODAY.

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MAKE A LASTING IMPACT

Change your life while changing the lives of others. Improving access to
healthcare in Africa is so desperately needed — join us and make your mark.


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“IT’S LIFE-CHANGING AND LIFE-GIVING”

"There is something magical about working on the ship..."
- Dr. Sarah Kwok, Volunteer


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FIND YOUR PURPOSE

Volunteering with Mercy Ships is a unique experience that allows you to help
others and do work that matters.


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“A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE”

“In 2012, me and my wife started volunteering with Mercy Ships. What was meant
to be a short-term gig turned into a life-changing experience”
- Ruben, Volunteer


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JOIN A VIBRANT COMMUNITY

The Global Mercy® will be staffed with over 600 volunteers from all over the
world — a community like no other. Come aboard and find your crew.


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“EVERYONE HAS A ROLE TO PLAY”

"It takes all kinds of people with all kinds of skills to run a hospital ship."
- Ropa, Volunteer


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MAKE A LASTING IMPACT

Change your life while changing the lives of others. Improving access to
healthcare in Africa is so desperately needed — join us and make your mark.


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“IT’S LIFE-CHANGING AND LIFE-GIVING”

"There is something magical about working on the ship..."
- Dr. Sarah Kwok, Volunteer


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FIND YOUR PURPOSE

Volunteering with Mercy Ships is a unique experience that allows you to help
others and do work that matters.


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“A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE”

“In 2012, me and my wife started volunteering with Mercy Ships. What was meant
to be a short-term gig turned into a life-changing experience”
- Ruben, Volunteer


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40+ YEARS OF
HOPE AND HEALING.




WHY SERVE?

WHY A SHIP?

Because 50% of the world’s population lives near a coast, our floating hospitals
are the best way to reach and treat people in need.

WHY AFRICA?

Because there are only two physicians per 10,000 people in sub-Saharan Africa,
many people suffer and die from treatable conditions.

WHY YOU?

It takes a wide range of people and skills to run a hospital ship, and our
all-volunteer crew makes it happen. If you want to make a meaningful difference
in the lives of others — including yours — we’d love to meet you.


Edward Carew, Diving Team Leader | Canary Islands


LIFE ON BOARD.

A COMMUNITY LIKE NO OTHER.

Our Mercy Ships community is unique and special. Compassionate volunteers from
all over the world join together, living and working toward a common mission.

Serving with Mercy Ships offers the chance to build friendships and create
memories that will last a lifetime. Community life is one of the most rewarding
aspects of life on board.

Not only will your service with Mercy Ships make a difference in the lives of
others—it will impact your own life, too.


 * Housing
 * Dining
 * Amenities
 * Adventure
 * Education
 * Family
 * Training
 * Safety

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HOUSING

Your personal Space

Our cabins are small, but cozy. Most of our Crew will share a cabin and a
bathroom with multiple ‘cabin-mates’, with a bunk and a small closet to call
their own. Each cabin is equipped with WiFi and A/C, with magnetic wall space to
put up pictures of your loved ones. Couples and families have their own cabins,
and single cabins for our Maritime Officers.



DINING

Tasty & Healthy Fare

Our Food Services department serves delicious and nutritious meals three times a
day in the onboard dining room. There’s a snack bar and even a Starbucks café on
board. When the occasional craving for a homemade dish strikes, cook up whatever
you like in the crew galley. Limited groceries can be purchased at local markets
or from the Ship Shop, our onboard convenience store.



AMENITIES

The Comforts of Home

Each ship is like a small city and includes anything you might need. There’s a
laundry room, hair salon, bank, post office, weight room, internet café/WiFi, a
lending library with movies and board games, a swimming pool, and even a clinic
for crew medical and dental care.



ADVENTURE

Work Hard, Play Hard

Serving with Mercy Ships includes the adventure of discovering new places. Each
country we serve in has its own culture and beauty. Our crew are encouraged to
engage with the people we have come to serve, and even learn new languages! You
can explore the local markets, attractions, and restaurants, or attend a local
church.



EDUCATION

Two Ships. Two Schools. One Mission & Vision.

From kindergarten to high school, the Academy students learn everything they
would discover in schools on land — and more. It is internationally accredited
and meets educational standards of quality. It is a place where children can
experience the unique aspects of life on board our ships with people from all
over the world.



FAMILY

Volunteer Together

Mercy Ships is able to accommodate volunteers with families for many of our
long-term roles onboard. We have an accredited 12-grade Academy onboard
specifically for crew children! Lesson plans include curriculum taught in a
normal classroom environment, with the added benefits of international learning
opportunities and experiences.



TRAINING

Ongoing Opportunities

We want our volunteers to grow and thrive while serving onboard. That’s why we
provide ongoing training opportunities as a way of investing in the future of
our crew members.



SAFETY

Committed to our Crew

We take the safety of our crew and patients very seriously. Our team of
experienced security officers are committed to keeping everyone safe and secure.



MANY OF US ARE AWAY FROM OUR FAMILIES OR AWAY FROM OUR FRIENDS, BUT IT CREATES
AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOU START TO LEAN ON ONE ANOTHER. WE HAVE A COMMUNITY HERE.
YOU WORK WITH THE SAME PEOPLE AS YOU EAT, AS YOU PLAY, AS YOU WORSHIP. SO, WE
BECOME EACH OTHER'S COMMUNITY."

JOFF WILLIAMS (MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE GLOBAL MERCY)


“

I THINK YOU GET LIFELONG FRIENDS IN A DIFFERENT WAY THAN I’VE DONE BACK HOME. I
LIKE THE VARIETY OF PEOPLE, CULTURES, AND VIEWS.”

MARIA EKSTRAND — DINING ROOM TEAM LEADER


“

WHAT MAY SEEM LIKE A CRAZY DECISION, WILL BE ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING AND MOST
MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES OF YOUR LIFE. I STILL REMEMBER OUR PATIENTS FACES, I STILL
REMEMBER THEIR STORIES, AND I KNOW THERE’S SO MANY MORE PEOPLE LIKE THAT WHO
STILL NEED HELP.”

DR. JOE PARK (ANESTHESIOLOGIST, AFRICA MERCY, SENEGAL)


“

THE MORE I’M SEEING [PEOPLE’S LIVES BEING TRANSFORMED], I REALIZE THIS ISN’T ME
GIVING AWAY TWO YEARS, IT’S ME GAINING TWO YEARS. FOR ME, IT’S MORE LIKE A
GIFT.”

EUGENE AMPADU (VIDEOGRAPHER, AFRICA MERCY, SENEGAL)


“

MANY OF US ARE AWAY FROM OUR FAMILIES OR AWAY FROM OUR FRIENDS, BUT IT CREATES
AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOU START TO LEAN ON ONE ANOTHER. WE HAVE A COMMUNITY HERE.
YOU WORK WITH THE SAME PEOPLE AS YOU EAT, AS YOU PLAY, AS YOU WORSHIP. SO, WE
BECOME EACH OTHER'S COMMUNITY."

JOFF WILLIAMS (MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE GLOBAL MERCY)


“

I THINK YOU GET LIFELONG FRIENDS IN A DIFFERENT WAY THAN I’VE DONE BACK HOME. I
LIKE THE VARIETY OF PEOPLE, CULTURES, AND VIEWS.”

MARIA EKSTRAND — DINING ROOM TEAM LEADER


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HOW TO APPLY.

JUST FIVE SIMPLE STEPS.

Mercy Ships needs volunteer medical professionals, maritime officers, teachers,
administrators, I.T. specialists, accountants, cooks, and so much more. Find
your place on board! Applying is easy and secure, and it’s only together that we
are able to bring hope and healing.

View All Opportunities

Step 1


APPLY WITH US

Find a position that interests you here to start your application. The more
details & documentation you can provide upfront, the faster the rest of the
steps will take! These include your CV or resume and copies of any relevant
licensure and certificates. The application length varies by role, but if you
ever need to step away, don't worry — you can always log back in and finish your
application later. Once your application is submitted to Mercy Ships, you'll be
directed to your online Portal for the next steps.



Step 2


APPLICATION UNDER REVIEW

The team at Mercy Ships will review your application and documentation
submitted, and will let you know if we need any further details from you. During
this step in the process, you may receive a request for a video pre-screen via
our online tool, Spark Hire. Some positions and circumstances also require an
interview with someone from our Human Resources team. At this point in the
process, we collaborate to ensure you're qualified for the role for which you've
applied and whether Mercy Ships is a good match for you!

Step 3


WAITING PERIOD

If the position for which you've applied is not immediately available, you can
join our Talent Community of volunteers who are awaiting their opportunity to
join us! We keep you informed of any updates with the position and will give you
some insider information so you can stay on top of Mercy Ships news!






Step 4


ACCEPTANCE LETTER

Once the position and your availability align, the application team will work
with you to tie up any loose ends and will send your acceptance letter and
information! This will outline all the details you need to know regarding your
commitment on board — your confirmed volunteer dates, any costs, required
training, and outline your next steps. In between receiving your offer letter
and joining one of our ships, you may be contacted by others from Mercy Ships
with resources for fundraising, On Boarding, and preparing for your time with
us!

Step 5


GET ON BOARD!

This is, of course, the most exciting step in the process — when you travel to
join one of our ships. Nothing beats the feeling you get from walking up the
gangway for the first time, and we're excited to take this journey with you —
bringing hope and healing.







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So much hope to give and so many ways to give it. Get involved with Mercy Ships
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