Do you want to spend two weeks planting greenery, building with recycled materials and inspiring a whole campus to live more sustainably? Bialystok University of Technology (BUT) invites young people to join the 3rd edition of its Group Volunteering Project, My Green University 3.0, a 14-day team volunteering experience within the European Solidarity Corps (ESC).
About the Project
BUT invites young people to join the 3rd edition of its Group Volunteering Project, organized within the framework of the ESC. For 14 days, volunteers become part of an international team working together to promote sustainability, environmental protection and active citizenship. Throughout the project, participants take part in introductory training sessions and workshops, and they co-create educational and promotional materials encouraging eco-friendly attitudes and raising awareness of sustainable lifestyles. A key highlight of the project is the greening of the BUT campus: together with BUT students and the local community, volunteers enhance green spaces by planting vegetation and building functional outdoor furniture from recycled wooden pallets. These activities contribute to creating a more attractive, sustainable and environmentally friendly university. Each group consists of 15 young volunteers, offering participants an excellent opportunity to work, learn and grow together.
What You'll Do
๐ฑ Enhance the green spaces of the BUT campus by planting greenery and creating outdoor furniture from recycled wooden pallets.
๐ฃ Develop educational and promotional materials that encourage pro-environmental attitudes and promote sustainable development.
๐ค Work as part of a 15-person international volunteer team alongside BUT students and the local community.
๐ Also open in ๐ต๐ฑ Poland while you're here: ESC Volunteering in ๐ต๐ฑ Poland โ Working Across Generations at a University โ https://youthworkshub.org/20425
Training During the Activity
๐ฅ๏ธ Before arriving, volunteers take part in an online preparatory meeting introducing the project objectives, activities and roles.
๐ During the mobility, volunteers attend introductory workshops on sustainable development, environmental protection, teamwork, and health and safety, before diving into the two main activities of greening the campus and developing pro-environmental materials.
Accommodation, Food and Transport
๐ Volunteers are accommodated in a dormitory located on the BUT campus. Double rooms with access to shared bathrooms and a kitchen are reserved, so you live with other volunteers in a safe and comfortable environment. The dormitory is equipped with kitchen utensils and internet access.
๐ณ Volunteers receive money for food and prepare their own meals.
Who Can Apply
๐ Young people aged 18 to 30 from the eligible countries.
๐ก Volunteers should bring open-mindedness, cultural involvement, creativity and proactivity; a teamwork orientation, responsibility and openness to new experiences; English language skills sufficient for effective communication; a solution-oriented, tolerant and organized attitude with a readiness to follow organizational rules; and openness to learning, training and new experiences.
๐ฟ Special interests and experiences that fit well: an interest in environmental protection; openness to participate in outreach and promotional activities, sharing experiences and promoting the idea of volunteering (volunteers cooperate according to their skills and abilities); and openness to work in Canva.
๐ Important note: since the group volunteering activities include work in the garden, please consider any potential allergies to plants, insects or other environmental factors that might affect your participation.
๐ฑ Same green spirit, different country: ESC Volunteering in ๐ช๐ธ Spain โ Sustainable Development and Organic Gardening โ https://youthworkshub.org/20713
What's Covered
๐ถ Volunteers receive โฌ6 per day as pocket money and โฌ12 per day as a food allowance.
โ๏ธ Travel expenses are reimbursed based on tickets presented upon arrival.
๐๏ธ Accommodation in the on-campus dormitory is provided for the full duration.
The Details
๐ Location: Ulica Wiejska 45A, Bialystok, Poland.
๐ Activity dates: 14 September 2026 to 27 September 2026 (14 days).
๐งฉ Activity type: Volunteering teams. Each group consists of 15 young volunteers.
๐ Project code: 2025-2-PL01-ESC51-VTJ-000369756.
Eligible Countries
๐ Looking for participants from ๐ฆ๐ฑ Albania, ๐ฆ๐น Austria, ๐ง๐ช Belgium, ๐ง๐ฆ Bosnia and Herzegovina, ๐ง๐ฌ Bulgaria, ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia, ๐ช๐ช Estonia, ๐ซ๐ท France, ๐ฌ๐ช Georgia, ๐ฉ๐ช Germany, ๐ฌ๐ท Greece, ๐ญ๐บ Hungary, ๐ฎ๐น Italy, ๐ฑ๐ป Latvia, ๐ฑ๐น Lithuania, ๐ณ๐ด Norway, ๐ต๐ฑ Poland, ๐ต๐น Portugal, ๐ท๐ด Romania, ๐ท๐ธ Serbia, ๐ธ๐ฐ Slovakia, ๐ธ๐ฎ Slovenia, ๐ช๐ธ Spain, ๐ธ๐ช Sweden and ๐บ๐ฆ Ukraine.
How to Apply
Apply through the European Solidarity Corps by registering on the ESC Portal and expressing your interest in this opportunity using your ESC account. Selected volunteers join an online preparatory meeting before the mobility.
๐ New to ESC and not sure how it all works? This complete guide walks you through eligibility, costs and daily volunteer life before you apply: https://youthworkshub.org/15101/
Deadline
๐ 31 July 2026 (23:59)
Links
๐ Official project page and application: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/53228_en
๐ Bialystok University of Technology: https://pb.edu.pl/en
๐ Dormitory information: https://akademiki.bialystok.pl/student-residence-halls/
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๐ค What is a supporting organisation in ESC volunteering โ and why does it matter for you? Most people know about sending and hosting organisations in ESC projects, but the role of the supporting organisation is far less understood โ and far more important than it appears. This article clearly explains what a supporting organisation does, how it fits into the structure of an ESC project, and how its involvement directly affects the volunteer's experience and support throughout the programme. A must-read if you want to fully understand how ESC is structured. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/6051/
๐ก What do organisations actually look for in an ESC volunteer? Getting selected for an ESC volunteering project isn't just about ticking boxes โ it's about showing the right combination of values, attitude, and genuine motivation. This article digs into the skills and personal qualities that make a real difference during the selection process, and explains why some candidates stand out while others don't. If you want to understand what a strong volunteer profile looks like before you apply, this is essential reading. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/13941/
๐บ๏ธ Which countries can apply for Erasmus+ and ESC? โ The complete and up-to-date country list. A lot of people assume Erasmus+ and ESC are only available to European Union member states โ but the reality is much more inclusive. Programme countries, partner countries, and special eligibility rules mean that young people from far more places can participate than most realise. This article provides the full, up-to-date list of eligible countries for both Erasmus+ and ESC, with clear explanations of what each status means for applicants. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15124/
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