VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

As a volunteer, you can spend a year with us, collaborating on international civic education projects, helping to shape them and implementing your own ideas. Volunteering is carried out as part of the European Solidarity Corps. This program covers all living expenses for the duration of your stay.

📆Project dates

12 months starting from October 2026

📖Tasks

• welcoming guests / introducing them to the seminary house
• assisting in the care of project participants and guests of the house
• acting as a contact person for younger guests
• organizational support for seminars and meetings in our house
• supporting our team in self-organization during projects for children and young people (explaining the pedagogical concept, supporting people)
• looking after younger children aged 2 to 8 while their parents participate in our seminars
• preparing seminar rooms, providing seminar equipment, materials, etc.
• Providing information about Potsdam and the region
• Assisting the team during the events
• Implementing your own ideas

🧐What We’re Looking For

• aged 18 to 30
• identification with the main themes of the association
• openness, willingness to learn and try new things
• enjoyment of working with children and young people
• willingness to work occasionally on weekends or evenings at
• events/seminars (in exchange for days off during the week)

💡 What we offer

• opportunity to gain experience at Polish-German meetings for children and young people!
• learning about topics related to diversity, gender equality, participation
• opportunity for further professional education, e.g., as part of our Polish-German team training
• opportunity to implement your own project if you have an idea for one
• participation in our Polish-German training course preparing for the management of international youth exchanges
• German language course

💡 Good to know

• free accommodation in a one-room apartment in Berlin
• monthly allowance of €7 per day and an additional €320 per month for food
• during your stay, you will receive a monthly ticket for public transport
• Working hours depend on whether there is a seminar at a given time or whether you are working in the office that day. The average working time is 30 hours per week. You will receive hours/days off for overtime worked during the week or on weekends.
• 24 days of vacation are granted for 12 months of volunteering

💻How to apply?

Before submitting your application, please familiarize yourself with our work and activities on our website. If you have any questions, we are always available. Your application should include a cover letter and some other important information about you (e.g., your resume). We look forward to receiving your application!

Send your application here: freiwilligendienst@hochdrei.org

Volunteers are mainly involved in: Contributing to organizational development through communication, monitoring, and evaluation tasks

Teaching languages (French, German, and English) to adults

Supporting educational and recreational activities for children (arts, crafts, non-formal education)

Assisting in the operation of our community bike space

💡Project dates

The project will begin on 2 April and will last for two months

🎨 Project Description

We are looking for volunteers for an upcoming short-term volunteering project with Open Cultural Center in Greece. The project will begin on 2 April and will last for two months, and we are actively looking for participants who can join this flow. We are especially, but not exclusively, looking for the volunteers who are identified as having fewer opportunities.

This initiative is part of the European Solidarity Corps – Volunteering in High-Priority Teams, where groups of 10 volunteers from different countries participate simultaneously, creating a highly intercultural and collaborative environment.

💡 What We’re Looking For

• Good level of English and/or Greek.
• Specific age (18-30 years old)
• Being easy-going and eager to work in an intercultural, autonomous environment.
• Being motivated, proactive, open-minded, creative, and self-reliant.
• Available to share an apartment and bedroom with other volunteers (shared rooms with exclusively same-sex/gender volunteers).
• Training and/or experience in teaching and education is an asset.

The application deadline isthe 15th of March 2026.

Send your application here: https://airtable.com/appEUZuq0a1ZnugLF/shrL2jvRowsOx1QXl

💡What is Moby Dick?

“Moby Dick ETS” takes the name from the famous white whale of H. Melville’s book “Moby Dick ETS” is an NGO based in Salerno (Italy) and founded in 2005 Moby Dick operates in 3 fields: activities related to young people and European mobility, innovative teaching and non-formal education, participation of young people in democratic life. Since 2011 Moby Dick ETS promotes European mobility projects such as Erasmus KA1, Structured Dialogue KA3 and ESC projects

📆Project dates

01.08.2025 – 31.03.2026 in Salerno, Italy

📖Tasks

• weekly meeting with the coordinator
• non-formal education
• educational activities using digital tools, interactive games and gamification
• supporting the ceramic, theater and artistic lab
• supporting to manage the common areas
• take care of the garden and orchard
• supporting the staff

🙋🏼‍♀️Volunteers profile

• wants to support inclusion and work with people with disabilities
• wants to support dance and expressive labs
• wants to work with kids and young people
• interested in social media and communication
• Availability from Monday to Friday

💡 What we offer

• Italian language course
• Each volunteer will receive 6€ per day as pocket money and 5€ as food allowance
• The accomodation is in San Cipriano Picentino (SA) at Via Umberto I n.133
• The household bills are covered by Moby Dick ETS and there is free wi-fi in the accomodation
• Each volunteer will receive for all the project a monthly bus pass in order to reach the project venues in Salerno

Join Moby Dick ETS for an unforgettable experience in Italy ✨

MAPAR: A Vibrant Space for Young Adults (16–30) 🌍

MAPAR in Redon offers young people the chance to rent a flat 🏡, get help with daily life and housing tasks, and co-create activities like language cafés, green projects, and intercultural events.

Every year, we host 10 ESC volunteers who help support youth, plan events, and develop their own creative projects.

What’s Included:

• €7.50/day food allowance + €8/day pocket money
• Bike rental for €5/month (covered by MAPAR) 🚲
• Train station 10 min walk away — Redon is less than 1h from Rennes & Nantes
• Shared flat with other volunteers or locals

Training & Support:

• Youth project management, budgeting, and more
• 2h/week French classes + Online Linguistic Support
• Guidance from the ESC coordinator

Volunteer Profile:

• Must have a driver’s licence and feel safe driving in France
• Friendly, creative, motivated to work with youth, including those facing challenges
• Basic French is a plus
• Available Tuesday–Friday, 9am–6pm

Join MAPAR and help build an inspiring community for young people! ✨

More info here.

🎭 Kulturlabor Stromboli – Your Cultural Hub in Hall in Tirol September 2025 – August 2026🌄

Kulturlabor Stromboli is a vibrant cultural venue in Hall in Tirol, a charming town near Innsbruck. Founded in 1989 by a youth group, our goal is to connect local artists and promote cultural events across the region. With over 150 events a year — from concerts, parties, theatre, cabarets, literature readings, to popular children’s programs and open-air events — Stromboli is one of Austria’s most diverse creative hubs.

Our lively bar is a favorite spot and a base for the local youth scene.

🏞 About Hall in Tirol

Hall is a picturesque town with 13,500 residents, located in the Inn Valley just 10 km east of Innsbruck. Known for its beautiful medieval architecture and rich salt trade history, Hall is now a buzzing town filled with shops, cafés, and bars. Since 2002, it’s also a university town surrounded by stunning mountains — perfect for outdoor activities and culture lovers alike. Innsbruck is just a quick 20-minute trip by public transport.

🎨 Project Description

As an ESC volunteer at Kulturlabor Stromboli, you’ll get hands-on experience with all aspects of running an independent cultural venue. Your tasks may include: working in the office, deal with reservations, social media, public relations, they distribute posters, prepare the guest room or the catering for artists, record videos and fotos from our events, help us at the coffee-bar and even more!

Plus, you’ll have the chance to create your own projects that match your interests and our program.

💡 What We’re Looking For

• Passion for art & culture
• Experience is a plus, but not required
• Willingness to learn and get involved
• Fresh ideas and enthusiasm to bring to our team

🌋 Why Join Us?

Stromboli is a bubbling cultural volcano right in the heart of the Alps! ⛰ Join us for a unique cultural exchange and unforgettable experience. Ready to be part of something special? Send your application today! ✉️

Find out more about this project here and here.

The application deadline is the 6th of July 2025.

Please fill out this application form and send your application to buero@stromboli.at until the 6th of July 2025.

🌍 Volunteer Opportunity at Youth Cultural Center Monde from 01/10/2025 to 30/09/2026 – Rovaniemi, Finland  

🛠️ What You’ll Do

Weekly Hours: 30–38 hours over 5 days

Main Mission: Promote cultural diversity & bring people together. Activities Include:

• Organizing handicraft, cultural, musical, or light physical activities based on your skills
• Supporting events at the café (serving, baking, cleaning)
• Assisting bands and artists in rehearsal and studio spaces
• Helping with graphic design or basic upkeep of the venue

Foster community spirit & raise awareness about the European Solidarity Corps.

🏡 Accommodation & Benefits

• Shared apartment with private bedroom + shared kitchen, living room, bathroom
• Free Wi-Fi included
• Fully funded: travel, housing, residence permit, insurance
• Monthly food allowance + pocket money paid to your bank account

📚 Training & Support

• Orientation to the work, city and local culture
• Finnish language lessons during working hours
• Continuous support from: project coordinator, work instructor, personal mentor
• Create a Youthpass portfolio to document your learning
• Receive an ESC Certificate at the end

👥 Who We’re Looking For

• 2 young adults (from different countries, long-term only – 12 months)
• Sociable, independent and respectful
• Fluent in English
• Creative hobbies or skills (art, music, sports, etc.) are a big plus
• Inclusive project – special needs are supported

Interested in joining a creative and diverse team in the heart of Finnish Lapland?
Apply now and bring your energy to Rovaniemi!

Application deadline: 28/07/2025 12:00

🌟 Welcome to Barka Community

Creating a more humane society together

Barka is a vibrant community that supports adults with intellectual disabilities by offering meaningful life experiences, skill development opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging. We are part of the international L’Arche network, yet remain proudly grassroots and independent. At the heart of our mission is a simple but powerful idea: our differences are gifts, not burdens.

🏡 Residential Homes: Living Together, Growing Together

Barka is home to two family-style residences — Sunny House and Rainbow House — where adults with intellectual disabilities live alongside assistants. Daily life is shared: cooking, cleaning, celebrating, laughing, and most importantly, building deep and lasting friendships.

• 2 homes
• 5 core members in each
• International live-in volunteers

🎨 Skill-Building Workshops

Our workshops are creative spaces where individuals explore their talents, build confidence, and express themselves through craft and design. Our workshops:

🪵 Wooden Workshop

Handcrafted items like:

• Candle holders
• Wooden bowties
• Toy planes
• Christmas trees
• Keychains & jewelry
• Board games

🎭 Occupational Workshop

Handmade products from fabric, paper and clay:

• Greeting cards
• Paintings & jewelry
• Tote bags, aprons, cushions
• Notebooks & candles

💚 Well-Being Program

Alongside residential and workshop life, we run a Well-Being Program to support physical, emotional, and social health. Volunteers, friends, and families play a key role in these activities:

🏞 Active Holidays

Horseback riding, swimming, and hiking — fun-filled trips that promote connection and confidence.

🐴 Horseback Riding

Part of the Hi, Horses! project in partnership with Janhar Farm (Slovenia) and Croatian collaborators.

💃 Dance Therapy

Weekly sessions for 23 years! Movement, rhythm, and joy with a dedicated dance instructor.

🧘‍♂️ Exercise & Physiotherapy

Tailored exercises supported by a physiotherapist to strengthen body and mind.

🐶 Dog Therapy

Our therapy dogs support social, emotional, and physical well-being.

🎬 Cinema Day

Weekly film viewings with group reflections on messages and life lessons.

🥗 Healthy Cooking

Cooking nutritious meals together while learning about balanced diets and self-reliance.

🎉Celebrations

Birthdays and community events filled with love, laughter, and shared joy.

🌍 Volunteering at Barka

Barka is an international community where volunteers from around the world contribute their energy, skills, and creativity. All ages and backgrounds are welcome!

What Can You Do?

Here are just a few ideas — or bring your own!

• Cooking & gardening
• Handmade jewelry & crafts
• Drawing, painting, knitting
• Dancing, yoga, horseback riding
• Playing instruments
• Photography & fundraising
• Web & social media content

💌 Got an idea? Want to help?
We’d love to hear from you. At Barka, every person has something special to share.

Infopack

• Email: prostovoljstvo@skupnostbarka.si
• Website: https://www.skupnostbarka.si/
• Instagram: @skupnostbarka_
• Facebook: L’Arche Slovenia Skupnost Barka

🌍 Join Auryn Association as a Long-Term ESC Volunteer in Spain!

Auryn Association is looking for 6 ESC volunteers for a long term project which will take place from October 2024 to August 2025 in León, Spain.

Auryn Association is a youth organisation in charge of managing different mobility opportunities for young people, such as volunteering, youth exchanges or training courses. The aim of our projects, in which our different mobility opportunities are framed, are the promotion of interculturality, Human Rights education and Non-Formal Education.

🏠 Accommodation & Living

We will provide two apartments appropriated for the basic needs of the whole volunteering team. Each of the apartments has:

• three single rooms
• a bathroom
• a living room and a kitchen

The apartments are located close to the host organizations and the city center. However, the project will cover local transportation costs if necessary.

💸 Financial Support

Additionally, we’ll provide a weekly allowance for food for each volunteer. Apart from covering the apartment and the allowance, the European Solidarity Corps Project provides a quantity as pocket money for the volunteers to use for their own expenses.

More info about projects here.

If you are interested in participating in any of these European Volunteering projects, you have to fill in this application form and send your CV indicating the name of the project to info@asociacionauryn.org before September, the 27th 2024.

👋 Join us for 3 months to create a change in the local community and develop useful skills, with the support of the European Union.

You are:

• 18 to 30 years old
• Citizen of EU or EU partner countries
• Motivated to participate in interactive workshops
• Open to working with individuals from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds, including people with disabilities, dementia, refugees and youth

🔍 The daily activities of the ESC volunteering opportunity consist of organising and implementing workshops for target groups, using Canva, holding discussions on social issues, creating games for social change, supporting events organised by Challedu and partner organisations. Your personal motivation and unique skills will guide the course of this project, in align with Challedu’s aims!

Please apply through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGCAqSd5u6cRai0Xcru8q-Zgtp9rA2fN9_CAvFk5tuVV430w/viewform

Infopack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hm0Rv-7vjKxKlSeN3u55MmaRnVIQoYps/view?usp=sharing

You will be provided with accommodation in a house within reach of public transport, with a shared room (same gender arrangements if needed), kitchen, living room, heating etc. Your pocket money will be 7 euros per day and your food and public transport tickets will be covered as well.

Υou will take part in training opportunities through Challedu’s projects. The Greek national agency is providing Training Sessions in order to gain valuable insights for the ESC experience and connect with fellow ESC volunteers. A mentor will be appointed to you by Challedu. Think of them as a person to show you around and be your buddy in the first steps of the way! Moreover, there are Greek lessons offered by the OLS platform. At the end of the project you will receive a Youthpass, essentially, a certificate of your volunteering experience.

The participants should have experience in working with people with disabilities, seniors, youth or have high motivation to be engaged, strong initiatives to organise and implement workshops in the local community, be open to different cultures.

Application deadline: 20/06/2025 12:00