Funded Volunteering Opportunity in France 2026 to Work with Young People and Promote European Mobility
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 30
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Le Lab Lisieux Normandie has opened applications for a funded international volunteering opportunity under the European Solidarity Corps program in Lisieux, Normandy, France.
The project, titled Ambassador of Europe, aims to raise young people’s awareness of mobility and exchange opportunities across Europe and help them prepare to participate in international travel, learning, and volunteering programs. The volunteer will also support young people in building their self-confidence and improving their English-language skills through interactive workshops based on non-formal education methods.
The project targets middle and high school students, students at the University Institute of Technology in Lisieux, and young people with fewer opportunities registered with the local youth employment and support service. The volunteer will help design and deliver creative activities that introduce young people to European mobility programs, European citizenship, and democratic participation.
This international volunteering opportunity in France is suitable for young people interested in non-formal education, youth work, communication, cultural exchange, digital tools, and social media.
Benefits and Funding
Selected volunteers will receive the following benefits:
- Free accommodation throughout the project.
- Shared accommodation in the center of Lisieux.
- A fully furnished apartment.
- An equipped kitchen for daily use.
- Shared bathroom and other facilities.
- Access to a washing machine.
- Internet connection.
- Food and pocket money allowances in accordance with European Solidarity Corps rules.
- Reimbursement of travel expenses based on the distance from the volunteer’s home country and program regulations.
- Health insurance throughout the volunteering period.
- Continuous support and mentoring from the project team.
- French-language lessons.
- Citizen first-aid training.
- Training in 3D printing.
- Practical experience working with young people.
- Development of communication and public-speaking skills.
- Training in non-formal education methods.
- Development of digital and social media management skills.
- The opportunity to work in a multicultural European environment.
- A Youthpass certificate upon completion of the project.
Training During the Volunteering Program
The volunteer will receive a range of training opportunities, including:
- PSC citizen first-aid training.
- French-language lessons.
- Training in the use of 3D printing technology.
- Training in delivering non-formal educational activities.
- Support in developing public-speaking skills.
- Guidance on designing youth workshops.
- Training related to the European Solidarity Corps program.
- Regular follow-up and evaluation sessions throughout the project.
Duties & responsibilities
The volunteer’s responsibilities include:
- Introducing young people to mobility and exchange opportunities across Europe.
- Raising awareness of European volunteering, travel, and learning programs.
- Helping young people prepare and implement international mobility projects.
- Providing support and information about European participation opportunities.
- Organizing interactive workshops based on non-formal education methods.
- Designing activities that help young people build self-confidence.
- Contributing to the improvement of participants’ English-language skills.
- Working with middle and high school students.
- Delivering activities for students at the University Institute of Technology in Lisieux.
- Supporting young people with fewer opportunities.
- Encouraging civic and democratic participation among young people.
- Promoting the values of European citizenship.
- Using games and creative activities to present information.
- Preparing presentations and awareness-raising materials.
- Speaking in front of groups of students and young people.
- Using social media platforms and digital tools.
- Documenting activities and workshops through photographs or digital content.
- Collaborating with the organization’s team and local partners.
- Suggesting new ideas for activities and events.
- Participating in regular meetings and evaluation sessions.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Be interested in European citizenship and democratic participation.
- Be motivated to work with young people and students.
- Have good social and interpersonal skills.
- Be creative and able to suggest new ideas.
- Be willing to speak in public or motivated to develop this skill.
- Be able to use digital tools.
- Be familiar with social media platforms.
- Be open to different cultures.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commit to the full duration of the project.
- Be willing to live in shared accommodation.
- Be registered on the European Solidarity Corps portal.
Required Documents
The opportunity description does not provide a detailed list of required documents. However, applicants are advised to prepare:
- A CV in English or French.
- A motivation letter tailored to the project.
- A complete profile on the European Solidarity Corps portal.
- Information about previous volunteering or educational experience.
- Examples of activities or workshops in which the applicant has participated, where available.
- Information about digital and social media skills.
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