Youth Works Hub has 37 fully funded ESC volunteering placements open in 2026 across 13 countries, led by Italy (8), Czechia (7) and Germany (5). These European Solidarity Corps calls are for young people, with 35 of the 37 listings stating an age range of 18-30, and they cover animal care, social inclusion, disability support, education, organic farming, culture, media and digital skills.
Seven calls are marked as soon as possible and the first fixed deadline is 12 November 2026. Durations vary by call, including a three week team in Italy, 8-week projects in Tรผrkiye and Spain and 52-week placements in Romania, Serbia and Germany, so it is worth checking how long an ESC project lasts and what makes an ideal ESC volunteer before you apply.
Each call has its own angle:
๐ฎ๐น Italy: a farm animal sanctuary in Magnago is home to more than 200 rescued animals.
๐ต๐น Portugal: volunteers in Cruz Quebrada work in science outreach and astronomy education.
๐ฎ๐น Italy: a group of 10 volunteers supports one of the oldest carnivals in southern Italy, in Satriano di Lucania.
๐บ๐ฌ Uganda: a 30-week project in Kampala tackles the digital divide with training on digital communication, social media and ICT.
๐ฌ๐ช Georgia: an entrepreneurship trainer placement in Mtskheta supports internally displaced youth and women.
๐จ๐ฟ Czechia: a center in Karvinรก involves volunteers in equine therapy, canistherapy and ergotherapy.
๐ช๐ธ Spain: a project in Lugo helps young people in rural areas build digital skills through Design Thinking, technology and prototyping.
๐ฉ๐ช Germany: two 52-week projects in Hamburg require no special qualifications or German.
All 37 placements in this batch are European Solidarity Corps volunteering, which is fully funded: flight, accommodation, food, pocket money and insurance. Several listings also name language support, On Arrival Training or seminars for volunteers.
๐ Deadlines: As soon as possible (7) ยท 12 Nov (3) ยท 13 Nov (1) ยท 15 Nov (10) ยท 18 Nov (8) ยท 20 Nov (1) ยท 27 Nov (1) ยท 28 Nov (1) ยท 30 Nov (3) ยท 1 Dec (1) ยท 6 Dec (1) ๐ Countries: ๐ฎ๐น Italy (8) ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia (7) ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany (5) ยท ๐ท๐ธ Serbia (3) ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain (3) ยท ๐บ๐ฌ Uganda (3) ยท ๐ฌ๐ช Georgia (2) ยท ๐ฌ๐ท Greece ยท ๐ฑ๐ป Latvia ยท ๐ต๐น Portugal ยท ๐ท๐ด Romania ยท ๐ธ๐ฎ Slovenia ยท ๐น๐ท Tรผrkiye
In This Batch
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐น๐ท Tรผrkiye ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ท๐ด Romania ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ต๐น Portugal ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ As soon as possible ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 12 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 12 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 12 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 13 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐ธ๐ฎ Slovenia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 15 Nov ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐ท๐ธ Serbia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐บ๐ฌ Uganda ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐ฌ๐ช Georgia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐ท๐ธ Serbia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐บ๐ฌ Uganda ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐ฌ๐ช Georgia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐ท๐ธ Serbia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 18 Nov ยท ๐บ๐ฌ Uganda ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 20 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 27 Nov ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 28 Nov ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 30 Nov ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 30 Nov ยท ๐ฌ๐ท Greece ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 30 Nov ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 1 Dec ยท ๐ฑ๐ป Latvia ยท ESC Volunteering
- ๐ 6 Dec ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain ยท ESC Volunteering
What's in this batch:
37 ESC Volunteering Placements ยท 13 Countries
๐ฑ ESC Volunteering Opportunities
1. ๐น๐ท ESC Volunteering in Tรผrkiye ๐ค Youth Empowerment and Inclusion of Disadvantaged Groups ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Aksu, Antalya, Tรผrkiye ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30 ยท โณ 8 weeks
An 8-week individual ESC volunteering project in Aksu, Antalya, for volunteers aged 18 to 30, focused on including disadvantaged youth in society. Volunteers teach English to kids and lead sports, gardening and cultural exchange activities, and the project suits people open to diverse experiences in a rural setting.
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2. ๐ฉ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Germany ๐ฅ Organic Vegetable Gardens and Fruit Orchard at an Ecovillage ๐
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Beetzendorf, Germany ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering placement in Beetzendorf for volunteers aged 18-30 who want to work outdoors in an intentional community. Volunteers grow vegetables and herbs in the organic gardens, the orchard placement adds pruning trees and harvesting fruit, and German language support is provided as needed.
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๐ All opportunities in Germany โ
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3. ๐ท๐ด ESC Volunteering in Romania ๐ง Non Formal Education and Social Inclusion for Children and Young People ๐จ
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Reศiศa, Romania ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30 ยท โณ 52 weeks
A 52-week individual ESC volunteering project in Reศiศa for volunteers aged 18-30, focused on social inclusion, non-formal education and youth empowerment. Volunteers support educational and social activities for children in nurseries, kindergartens and primary schools, and the project suits people with at least A2 level English.
4. ๐ฉ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Germany ๐ฑ Growing Organic Food in an Ecovillage Community ๐ก
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Beetzendorf, Germany ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering placement in Beetzendorf for volunteers aged 18-30 interested in a sustainable lifestyle and life in an intentional community. Volunteers experience a full growing season from seedling to harvest in the organic gardens and live as part of a group of young volunteers.
5. ๐ช๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Spain ๐ Culture Tourism and Community Life in a Rural Town ๐ก
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Frรณmista, Spain ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30 ยท โณ 8 weeks
An 8-week individual ESC volunteering project in Frรณmista, a small village on the Road to Santiago, for volunteers aged 18-30. Tasks focus on the Tourist Office and the Culture House with its library and cyber centre, and volunteers take Spanish classes.
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๐ All opportunities in Spain โ
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6. ๐ต๐น ESC Volunteering in Portugal ๐ญ Astronomy Education and Science Outreach ๐
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Cruz Quebrada, Portugal ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Cruz Quebrada for volunteers aged 18-30 who want to work in science outreach and astronomy education. Volunteers produce audiovisual and digital content, review and translate materials in English and French, and support science communication events.
7. ๐ช๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Spain ๐ฑ Organic Farming Heritage Guiding and Forest Awareness ๐ฒ
๐ Deadline: As soon as possible!
๐ Spain ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ Short term
A short term individual ESC volunteering project in Spain for young people aged 18-30 with an interest in organic farming, sustainable lifestyle practices and cultural exchange. Volunteers take part in organic farming, lead daily guided heritage visits in English and Spanish and join an Afforestation Day. Online Spanish language training is included, no prior experience is required, and the call is open to residents of Tรผrkiye.
8. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ท Caring for Rescued Animals at a Farm Sanctuary ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: 12 November 2026
๐ Magnago, Lombardy, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Magnago, Lombardy, for volunteers aged 18-30, at a farm animal sanctuary that is home to more than 200 rescued animals. Volunteers join the team in the daily care of the animals and the sanctuary, and the project suits people ready for morning shifts and heavy physical work outdoors in all weather.
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๐ All opportunities in Italy โ
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9. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐จ After School and Sports Activities at a Youth Center โฝ
๐ Deadline: 12 November 2026
๐ Milan, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project at a youth centre in Milan for volunteers aged 18-30, working with young people aged 8-18, many from multicultural backgrounds. Volunteers help with homework and study, support creative and educational labs and join sports activities and tournaments.
10. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy โฟ Supporting People With Disabilities and Minors at a Shelter ๐ค
๐ Deadline: 12 November 2026
๐ Monza, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Monza for volunteers aged 18-30, split between a centre for people with disabilities and educational centres, while living at a shelter for unaccompanied minors aged 8-18. Volunteers support daily activities like workshops, sports and games, and the project suits people ready to live in community, with intermediate English and basic Italian or a strong commitment to learning it.
11. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ Supporting Minors at a Youth Shelter and Educational Centers ๐
๐ Deadline: 13 November 2026
๐ Monza, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Monza for volunteers aged 18-30, supporting a shelter for around 10 young people aged 8-18 three days a week and educational centres two days a week. The project suits people ready to live in community and step out of their comfort zone, with intermediate English and basic Italian or a strong commitment to learning it.
12. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ง Mental Health Support and Art Therapy for Adults ๐จ
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Tลinec, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Tลinec for volunteers aged 18 to 30, at a center for people who have experienced psychiatric treatment. Volunteers join morning meetings, workshops, sports, activities with horses and art therapy workshops such as ceramics, and the project suits people who are proactive in learning Czech.
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13. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ค Supporting Refugees and Asylum Seekers With Integration ๐
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Genoa, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Required age of 25
An ESC volunteering project in Genoa supporting refugees and asylum seekers in the historical centre of the city, with a required age of 25. Volunteers help manage the flats where refugees live and run integration activities such as Italian courses, sports and cultural events, and the ideal volunteer has a basic knowledge of Italian.
14. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ Daily Activities and Support for Adults With Disabilities ๐งฉ
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Ostrava, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Ostrava for volunteers aged 18 to 30, at a center for adults with mental, physical and combined disabilities. Volunteers work directly with service users in collective activities and individual sessions such as puzzles, painting and memory development, and the project suits people who are proactive in learning Czech.
15. ๐ธ๐ฎ ESC Volunteering in Slovenia ๐ฒ Forest Pedagogy and Language Learning at Elementary Schools ๐
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Litija, Slovenia ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 32 weeks
A 32-week individual ESC volunteering placement in Litija for young people aged 18-30, focused on local elementary schools for pupils aged 6 to 15. Activities include language learning, after-school sports and games, gardening, STEM lessons and forest pedagogy, and the placement is aimed at people with a good grasp of English and some experience of working with children.
16. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ Day Care and Therapy Support for People With Disabilities ๐ด
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Karvinรก, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Karvinรก for volunteers aged 18 to 30, at a center offering day care, social activation and early care counseling for people with disabilities. Volunteers support service users in daily activities and help with equine therapy, canistherapy and ergotherapy, and the project suits people willing to learn Czech.
17. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ง Supporting Children and Adolescents at an Educational Youth Center ๐
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Genoa, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30
An ESC volunteering project in Genoa for young people aged 18-30 at an educational centre for youngsters aged 6 to 18 in the historical city centre. Volunteers support after-school activities and Italian language learning, help with football and volleyball teams and take part in summer camp activities.
18. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ต Supporting Elderly People With Memory Disorders ๐
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Ostrava, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Ostrava for volunteers aged 18 to 30, at a center supporting elderly people with memory disorders. Volunteers work directly with clients through individual and group activities, and the project suits team players who are motivated to learn Czech.
19. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ Supporting Adults With Mental and Combined Disabilities ๐ค
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Komornรญ Lhotka, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering placement in Komornรญ Lhotka for volunteers aged 18-30, supporting adults with mental or combined disabilities in their daily lives. Volunteers help clients with tasks tailored to their needs, join trips and take part in weekly morning devotions, and the role suits people willing to learn Czech.
20. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐ธ Volunteer Ambassador Across Social Centers and Community Outreach ๐
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ ฤeskรฝ Tฤลกรญn, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering placement in ฤeskรฝ Tฤลกรญn for volunteers aged 18-30, with three days a week visiting different social centers and two days a week at one center supporting people with disabilities. Tasks may include creating photos, videos and social media content. Basic PR or social media skills, independence and readiness for frequent travel are expected.
21. ๐จ๐ฟ ESC Volunteering in Czechia ๐บ Creative Workshop and Crafts for Adults With Disabilities ๐ฏ๏ธ
๐ Deadline: 15 November 2026
๐ Krnov, Czechia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering placement in Krnov for volunteers aged 18-30, supporting adults with mental and multiple disabilities at a socio-therapeutic workshop. Volunteers assist in therapeutic sessions on pottery, encaustic art, candle-making and soap-making, and the role suits creative, communicative team players willing to learn Czech.
22. ๐ท๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Serbia ๐ค Project Assistant for Social Inclusion of Vulnerable Groups ๐
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Belgrade, Serbia ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 52 weeks
A 52-week individual ESC volunteering placement in Belgrade for young people aged 18-30, promoting social inclusion and dignity for vulnerable groups. Volunteers support the project manager, handle administrative tasks and prepare meetings, workshops and training sessions. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience.
23. ๐บ๐ฌ ESC Volunteering in Uganda ๐ป Digital Empowerment Trainer for Youth Workers and Communities ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Kampala, Uganda ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 30 weeks
A 30-week ESC volunteering project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, tackling the digital divide in Uganda. Volunteers run training on digital communication, social media and ICT for staff and local partners. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
24. ๐ฌ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Georgia ๐ฃ Communication and Fundraising for Displaced Communities ๐ค
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Tserovani settlement, Mtskheta, Georgia ยท โณ 40 weeks
A 40-week individual ESC volunteering placement in the Tserovani settlement in Mtskheta, strengthening the visibility and financial sustainability of civil society organisations supporting IDP communities. Volunteers develop communication strategies, manage social media platforms and organise fundraising campaigns.
25. ๐ท๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Serbia ๐ท Media and Communication Assistant at a Humanitarian Organisation ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Novi Pazar, Serbia ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 40 weeks
A 40-week individual ESC volunteering placement in Novi Pazar for young people aged 18-30, supporting the visibility and public engagement of a humanitarian organisation. Volunteers manage social media channels and capture photo and video materials. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
26. ๐บ๐ฌ ESC Volunteering in Uganda ๐ซ Education and Teacher Development in Community Schools ๐
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Kampala, Uganda ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 30 weeks
A 30-week ESC volunteering project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, bringing learner-centred methods to community schools. Volunteers assist in classrooms and deliver computer and digital literacy lessons. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
27. ๐ฌ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Georgia ๐ผ Entrepreneurship Trainer for Displaced Youth and Women ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Tserovani settlement, Mtskheta, Georgia ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 40 weeks
A 40-week individual ESC volunteering placement in the Tserovani settlement in Mtskheta for young people aged 18-30, supporting the economic empowerment of internally displaced youth and women. Volunteers design and facilitate training sessions on entrepreneurship, business planning and financial management. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
28. ๐ท๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Serbia ๐คฒ Social Program Assistant Supporting Vulnerable Youth and Families ๐
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Novi Pazar, Serbia ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 40 weeks
A 40-week individual ESC volunteering placement in Novi Pazar for young people aged 18-30, supporting social inclusion initiatives for vulnerable individuals and families. Volunteers assist in project planning and facilitate educational activities for at-risk youth and families. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
29. ๐บ๐ฌ ESC Volunteering in Uganda โฟ Inclusive Education and Care for Children With Special Needs ๐ค
๐ Deadline: 18 November 2026
๐ Kampala, Uganda ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 30 weeks
A 30-week ESC volunteering project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, supporting children with special needs and promoting inclusive practices. Volunteers help with daily care, basic life skills and early childhood development lessons. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
30. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ฟ Ancient Carnival Traditions and Ivy Costume Making ๐ญ
๐ Deadline: 20 November 2026
๐ Satriano di Lucania, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Group of 10 volunteers aged 18-30 ยท โณ Three weeks
A three week ESC volunteering team in Satriano di Lucania, where a group of 10 volunteers aged 18-30 supports one of the oldest carnivals in southern Italy. Volunteers create ivy costumes and join the carnival preparation team, and the project looks for basic skills in photography, video or storytelling, craft skills and good English.
31. ๐ฉ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Germany ๐ International Youth Work and Non Formal Education at a Youth Academy ๐ง
๐ Deadline: 27 November 2026
๐ Bornheim, Germany ยท ๐ฅ Female volunteer aged 18-30 ยท โณ 26 weeks
A 26-week individual ESC volunteering placement at an independent youth training centre in Bornheim near Cologne and Bonn. Volunteers organise international youth exchanges, prepare activities and assist with project coordination and public relations. The project is specifically looking for a female volunteer aged 18-30 with at least basic German and English skills.
32. ๐ฎ๐น ESC Volunteering in Italy ๐ฆ Communication and Social Media at a Butterfly House Museum ๐ธ
๐ Deadline: 28 November 2026
๐ Bordano, Italy ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 20 weeks
A 20-week ESC volunteering project in Bordano for young people aged 18-30, supporting the communication of a butterfly house. Volunteers shoot, edit and publish photos and videos, manage websites and social media channels and plan media campaigns. The ideal volunteer knows video production and editing, social media and graphic design and is ready to live in a small village.
33. ๐ฉ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Germany ๐ญ Neighborhood Culture and Creative Community Activities ๐ถ
๐ Deadline: 30 November 2026
๐ Hamburg, Germany ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 52 weeks
A 52-week ESC volunteering project in Hamburg for young people aged 18-30 at a neighbourhood cultural centre offering courses, cabaret, music and readings. Volunteers design, plan and implement low-threshold activities in music, sport and creativity. No special qualifications or German are required, and the project includes a language course and two seminars.
34. ๐ฌ๐ท ESC Volunteering in Greece ๐ค Solidarity Inclusion and Environmental Protection ๐ฑ
๐ Deadline: 30 November 2026
๐ Athens, Greece ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Athens for volunteers aged 18-30 who care about solidarity, inclusion and environmental protection. Activities may include educational workshops, environmental campaigns, gardening and food distribution. The call is open to residents of Tรผrkiye, and applicants need a valid Turkish special (green) passport and no visa or entry restrictions for the whole volunteering period.
35. ๐ฉ๐ช ESC Volunteering in Germany ๐จ Supporting Local Arts and Community Life ๐๏ธ
๐ Deadline: 30 November 2026
๐ Hamburg, Germany ยท ๐ฅ Young people aged 18-30 ยท โณ 52 weeks
A 52-week ESC volunteering project in Hamburg for young people aged 18-30 at a socio-cultural neighbourhood centre promoting music, art, theatre and cultural education. Volunteers design, plan and implement low-threshold activities in music, sport and creativity and connect with the centre's different target groups. No special qualifications or German are required.
36. ๐ฑ๐ป ESC Volunteering in Latvia ๐งธ Montessori Preschool and Outdoor Forest Activities ๐ฒ
๐ Deadline: 1 December 2026
๐ Preiฤผi, Latvia ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30 ยท โณ 2-9 months
A 2-9 month individual ESC volunteering experience in Preiฤผi, rural Latvia, for volunteers aged 18-30. Volunteers support preschool children aged 1.5 to 6 in daily preschool life and outdoor forest activities, and can run workshops for local teenagers and adults.
37. ๐ช๐ธ ESC Volunteering in Spain ๐ก Digital Skills and Prototyping for Rural Youth ๐
๐ Deadline: 6 December 2026
๐ Lugo, Spain ยท ๐ฅ Volunteers aged 18-30
An individual ESC volunteering project in Lugo for volunteers aged 18-30, helping young people in rural areas build digital skills and turn ideas into projects. Volunteers support prototyping in a technological fablab and help entrepreneurs in a coworking space. Experience in communication, video editing, social media or technology is expected, along with English C1 and Spanish B2-C1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these 37 ESC volunteering placements fully funded?
Yes, all 37 placements are European Solidarity Corps volunteering, and ESC volunteering is fully funded. The funding covers flight, accommodation, food, pocket money and insurance. Support named in the individual listings varies by project. Beetzendorf in Germany provides German language support as needed, Frรณmista in Spain includes Spanish classes, a short term project in Spain includes online Spanish language training, and the two Hamburg placements include a language course, two seminars and regular reflection meetings. Placements in Komornรญ Lhotka and Krnov in Czechia add training seminars, a coordinator and a supervisor. A separate guide explains whether ESC is fully funded in more detail.
Who can apply for these ESC volunteering placements?
According to Youth Works Hub's review of the 37 listings, 35 state an age range of 18-30, and each call has its own list of eligible countries and territories. Two calls, a short term project in Spain and a project in Athens, are open to residents of Tรผrkiye, and the Athens project also needs a valid Turkish special (green) passport. The other lists name 7 to 37 countries and territories. A project in Genoa has a required age of 25, and a placement in Bornheim is specifically looking for a female volunteer. Seven placements in Serbia, Georgia and Uganda set limits on previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience. The general rules are covered in a guide to eligible countries for ESC.
Which ESC volunteering deadline comes first?
Seven ESC placements are marked as soon as possible, in Tรผrkiye, Romania, Portugal, Germany (2) and Spain (2). The first fixed deadline is 12 November 2026, for placements in Magnago, Milan and Monza in Italy. A second Monza placement closes on 13 November 2026. The busiest date is 15 November 2026, with 10 placements in Czechia, Italy and Slovenia, followed by 18 November 2026, with 8 placements in Serbia, Uganda and Georgia. The last date is 6 December 2026, for a digital skills project in Lugo, Spain. Applicants can prepare early with a step-by-step guide on how to apply for ESC.
Care and social inclusion run through much of this list, with disability support, elderly care, refugee integration and work with minors in Czechia, Italy and Uganda. Nature and farming placements centre on organic gardens, farm animals and forests in Germany, Italy, Spain and Latvia, while communication and digital roles appear in Georgia, Serbia, Portugal, Uganda and Spain. For a wider view of what a placement can bring, read whether ESC is worth it.
Youth Works Hub links every placement in this batch to its full call, so pick the one that fits your interests, read the call and apply through its link. A quick look at these common application mistakes can help you send a stronger application.
