16 New ESC Volunteering Opportunities โ
Sea Turtles, Donkeys, Music Festivals & More
Sixteen new European Solidarity Corps placements just went live โ and this is one of the most varied batches we have published. Protecting sea turtles on the Mediterranean coast of Tรผrkiye, caring for rescued donkeys in the Italian mountains, rehabilitating wild animals at a coastal wildlife centre in Belgium, painting murals with youth in Hungary, reviving a 17th-century village in the French Alps, working at the Bremen State Parliament on international city partnerships, supporting at-risk youth in Sicily, and running an international music festival in Puglia.
Five deadlines fall this week โ Tรผrkiye (disaster preparedness) closes 22 March, Italy (Milan youth mentoring) closes 23 March, Italy (animal rescue) closes 24 March, Poland (yoga and wellness) closes 26 March, and Italy (Sicily at-risk youth) and Italy (donkey care) close 29โ30 March. Apply immediately if any of those match your profile.
All placements are fully funded by the EU. Age 18โ30, registered on the European Youth Portal.
New ESC Placements โ 2026
You Future โ Disaster Preparedness & Climate Resilience Team, Sorgun, Tรผrkiye
Gaining expert skills in disaster preparedness and climate resilience, then leading community campaigns in the heart of Anatolia. An international team project with real local impact in Sorgun, Yozgat.
Youth Empowerment โ Mentoring, Music, Sports & Social Media, Centro Irda, Milan
Supporting teenagers with homework, leading music and sports workshops, and managing social media at Centro Irda in Milan โ one of Europe’s most exciting cities. A versatile placement for people who genuinely enjoy working with young people.
Animal Rescue & Care โ Dogs and Farm Animals, Sanctuary Environment, Italy
Caring for rescued dogs and farm animals in a sanctuary environment โ making a real impact on the daily lives of animals while living a unique ESC experience in Italy. For people who take animal welfare seriously.
Health & Wellbeing โ Yoga, Pilates & Movement Workshops, Lebork, Poland
Leading yoga, pilates, and movement workshops to promote wellness and celebrate European Youth Week with the local community in Lebork โ a two-week team project for people passionate about health, movement, and community engagement.
Support for At-Risk Youth โ Housing Community, Istituto Walden, Menfi, Sicily
Mentoring young boys in a housing community in Sicily, leading creative workshops, and supporting their social reintegration at Istituto Walden in Menfi. Authentic Sicilian life and meaningful social work โ for people genuinely ready for this kind of placement.
Donkey Care & Forest Life โ ESC Team Experience, Italian Mountains
Living in the mountains, caring for donkeys, and experiencing real ESC team life in Italy. One of the most unconventional placements in this batch โ and genuinely one of a kind.
Grant Research & Proposal Development โ Merhamet Sandzak, Novi Pazar, Serbia
Identifying grant calls, drafting proposals, and building skills in fundraising and Project Cycle Management at an active humanitarian organisation in Novi Pazar โ one of the Western Balkans’ most culturally distinctive cities. A strong career-building placement for the nonprofit sector.
Educational Eco-Farm โ Animal Care, Organic Gardening & Special Education, Friesland, Netherlands
Caring for animals, working in organic gardens, and leading educational activities for children in need at Hamstermieden Eco-Farm in the beautiful Dutch countryside of Friesland. Nature, animals, and meaningful education all in one placement.
International Music Festival Support โ VOICES Project, Altamura, Puglia, Italy
Helping organise an international music festival in Altamura โ from backstage logistics to media documentation. A placement for music lovers and creative people who want to be at the heart of a real cultural event in Puglia.
Sea Turtle Protection & Coastal Conservation โ Mediterranean Nesting Season, Tรผrkiye
Protecting endangered sea turtles during nesting season on the Mediterranean coast of Tรผrkiye โ monitoring nests, engaging local communities, and contributing to one of the most important coastal conservation programmes in the region.
Heritage Restoration & Cultural Events โ Villandraut Castle, Gironde, France
Working on timber framing restoration and organising vibrant local festivals at Villandraut Castle in the French countryside. A hands-on heritage and culture placement that combines skilled manual work with community events.
International Relations & City Partnerships โ Bremen State Parliament & Town Hall, Bremen, Germany
Working at the heart of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen โ strengthening ties between Bremen and its global partner cities at the State Parliament or Town Hall. A unique placement for people interested in diplomacy, political education, and international relations.
Gamification & Youth Empowerment โ Roleplay, Interactive Tours & Non-Formal Education, Bari, Italy
Creating roleplay games and interactive tours for local youth at Tou.Play in Bari โ turning history into a playground while developing skills in gamification and non-formal education in the heart of Puglia.
Reviving a 17th-Century Village โ Hameau de Vaunieres, French Alps
Eight weeks of gardening, manual work, and communal living while helping revive a stunning 17th-century hamlet in the French Alps with Solidaritรฉs Jeunesses. One of the most visually extraordinary ESC settings in Europe.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Assistant โ VOC Centre, Oostende, Belgium
Rescuing and rehabilitating wild animals and birds at the famous VOC Centre in Oostende โ learning professional medical protocols and living in a beautiful Belgian coastal city. A placement for people who are serious about wildlife and animal welfare.
Murals, Youth Work & Community Art โ Creative Volunteering, Hungary
Creating murals, working with youth, and supporting community life through art in Hungary. A creative placement for people who want their ESC experience to leave a visible, lasting mark on the communities they work with.
Before You Apply
Every listing links to the full opportunity page on Youth Works Hub with complete eligibility requirements and application instructions. Always read the full listing before applying.
Register on the European Youth Portal (europa.eu/youth/solidarity) and get your ESC ID number first. It is free and takes about 10 minutes. You then apply directly to the host organisation.
New opportunities are added to youthworkshub.org every day.





