Hellenic Youth Participation is seeking an intern to support the management of its EU-funded projects. This is a chance to work inside a leading youth NGO, get hands-on with European programmes and help shape how the organisation reaches young people.


Who They Are

Hellenic Youth Participation is a pioneering education and empowerment organization that connects citizens locally, nationally and internationally. They envision a society in which each individual cares and acts. Their work focuses on personal and professional development and youth activism through experiential, diversified and non-formal activities. They coordinate and take part in EU-funded projects (Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps and more), empower local volunteering teams, and organise workshops, seminars and activities for all age groups — teenagers, young adults and adults.


Main Tasks

🗂️ Supporting the tasks and management of European projects

📣 Supporting the promotion of the organisation's projects and events

📱 Creating content for HYP's social media (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook)

📊 Updating organising tools, such as the activities tracker and dissemination tracker

🤝 Assisting team and project meetings

➕ Supporting other tasks of the organisation according to current needs

New to the world of EU youth programmes? This complete guide breaks down what Erasmus+ actually is and how it works: https://youthworkshub.org/15096/


What You'll Gain

🏅 Professional experience in a leading NGO

🧠 The chance to develop skills like communication, teamwork, time management, agility, attention to detail and working in a multicultural environment

🇪🇺 Real experience working with European programmes


Required Qualifications

🎫 Being eligible for an internship grant (through Erasmus Placement, your university or another source)

🗣️ The ability to work in English, spoken and written, in a multicultural environment

📈 A will to learn and take responsibility

🤝 Being comfortable with both teamwork and individual work


Nice to Have

✨ Knowledge or experience in Erasmus+ (KA1, KA2, KA3) and/or the European Solidarity Corps

🌱 Experience in youth organisations

❤️ A genuine passion for the field


Good to Know

🎓 Candidates of any educational background are welcome, as long as you're motivated to learn and work in their environment

🔎 Please check their website and social media before applying, to get a sense of what they do

🛂 Only candidates who do not require a visa residence permit in Greece will be accepted


The Details

📍 Location: Athens, Greece

🗓️ Period: 7 September 2026 to 7 March 2027

⏳ Duration: 6 months — they're flexible with dates but prefer long-term collaborations of 4 months or more

🕒 Commitment: Full-time

💶 Compensation: No financial compensation


How to Apply

Send an email to hypcommunications@gmail.com including:

📄 Your CV — only CVs in English will be considered

✍️ A motivation letter briefly explaining what inspires you to work with them, your main assets and how you'll contribute to their work

🗓️ Practical information — when you'd like to start, for how long, and whether you have or can get an internship grant

🎥 A short video of you introducing yourself (optional, but much appreciated)


Deadline

📅 30 June 2026


Links

📧 Apply: hypcommunications@gmail.com

🔗 Website: https://hellenicyouthparticipation.com/en/

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellenic.youth.participation/

👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HellenicYouthParticipation

🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hyp_greece