Become part of an inclusive and dynamic team working to empower students and young people in Mont-de-Marsan, France! Hosted by Pistes Solidaires, this ESC project offers the chance to support international and local students through social facilitation, ecological and solidarity actions, and youth-centered events. If you’re passionate about youth engagement, sustainable development, and intercultural exchange — this is for you!

💼 Activity Type
European Solidarity Corps – Individual Volunteering

🏢 Host Organization
Pistes Solidaires (in collaboration with Mont-de-Marsan Agglomération)

📍 Location
Mont-de-Marsan, France

📆 Period
13 October 2025 – 12 June 2026

⏳ Duration
8 months

📚 Fields
Education and Training, Youth Work, Social Inclusion, Intercultural Dialogue

💬 Language(s)
Basic French is useful but not mandatory; English for daily communication.

🎯 Eligibility criteria (Who can apply?)
Open to candidates aged 18–30 from ESC programme countries. Volunteers should be motivated to support youth engagement and inclusion, promote sustainability and peace, and actively collaborate with students and the local community. Interest or experience in social media, event planning, or sustainable development is an asset.

🧪 Responsibilities / tasks

  • Welcome international & special-needs students 🎓🌍
  • Assist with French language and student services access
  • Promote student well-being & organize activities in residences
  • Support events on mobility, sustainability & citizenship 🗳️🌱
  • Run podcasts, manage social media & communication campaigns 📲🎙️
  • Help with solidarity and community-based actions
  • Foster intercultural learning and support peer engagement
  • Gather feedback and propose student-centered initiatives

🌟 Why to join?

  • Live in SW France in an independent student residence 🏡
  • Build real-world experience in student outreach, youth work, and communication
  • Learn through structured trainings & community-based initiatives
  • Collaborate with local organizations, young people, and fellow ESC volunteers
  • Get involved in impactful environmental and social projects
  • Discover French culture and improve your language skills 🇫🇷

📩 Application info
Apply via the official ESC portal:
🔗 https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/47270_en

💰 Compensation
ESC covers:
✅ Pocket money
✅ Free accommodation & utilities
✅ Transportation (bus pass + bicycle)
✅ Health insurance
✅ European Youth Card for discounts

🌐 Official link
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/47270_en

🌍 Eligible Countries
🇦🇹 Austria
🇧🇪 Belgium
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
🇭🇷 Croatia
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
🇩🇪 Germany
🇪🇪 Estonia
🇫🇮 Finland
🇫🇷 France
🇬🇷 Greece
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇮🇪 Ireland
🇮🇹 Italy
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇹 Lithuania
🇱🇺 Luxembourg
🇲🇹 Malta
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇵🇱 Poland
🇵🇹 Portugal
🇷🇴 Romania
🇸🇰 Slovakia
🇸🇮 Slovenia
🇪🇸 Spain
🇸🇪 Sweden