Become an ESC Volunteer at Aktion West-Ost in Düsseldorf, Germany
Starting: January 2027 | Duration: Up to 12 months | Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain international experience, discover a new culture, meet inspiring people and become part of meaningful projects? Would you like to develop new skills, explore your interests and contribute to international youth work?
Then join us at Aktion West-Ost as a volunteer through the European Solidarity Corps (ESC)!
Who are we?
Aktion West-Ost is a German non-governmental organisation working in international youth work, with a particular focus on intercultural exchange and cooperation in Central and Eastern Europe.
Together with our partners in Germany and other European countries, we organise youth exchanges, international trainings, language projects and various educational and cultural activities.
Our projects bring people together through intercultural exchange, creativity, international cooperation, culture, music, languages, sports and outdoor activities.
What will you do?
As an ESC volunteer, you will support our team in the daily work of our organisation and contribute to our international youth activities.
Your tasks may include:
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Supporting office work and organisational activities
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Communicating with our international partner organisations
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Translation and editing of texts
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Supporting our social media activities and public relations
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Helping to prepare and organise international youth exchanges and projects
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Supporting trainings, workshops and language tandems
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Contributing your own ideas and interests to our activities
You will mainly work in our office and have the opportunity to participate in various international activities and events.
You will also take part in two European seminars together with other ESC volunteers and have opportunities for further learning and personal development.
What do we offer?
During your volunteering experience in Düsseldorf, you will receive:
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Accommodation near our office
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Food and pocket money
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Reimbursement of travel costs to and from Germany
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Health insurance through the ESC programme
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German language support
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ESC trainings and learning opportunities
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Support and guidance from our team throughout your volunteering experience
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who:
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Is between 18 and 30 years old
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Is open-minded and internationally oriented
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Is motivated and willing to learn new things
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Has at least basic German language skills and is interested in improving them
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Is interested in international youth work and intercultural exchange
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Enjoys travelling, meeting new people and working in an international environment
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Is open, sociable and ready to contribute their own ideas
No academic degree or previous professional experience is required! What matters most is your motivation, curiosity and willingness to become part of our team.
What will you gain?
An ESC experience is much more than living abroad for a year!
You will have the opportunity to:
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Gain valuable international experience
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Build an international network and make new friends
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Learn how to organise youth projects and international activities
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Improve your communication and language skills
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Strengthen your intercultural and social competences
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Discover your own strengths and interests
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Learn more about European history, politics and culture
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Become part of a team working towards a more open and connected Europe
How to apply?
Are you interested in joining us?
Please send us your CV and a letter of motivation explaining why you would like to become part of Aktion West-Ost and what you would like to bring to the project.
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Starting date: January 2027
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Duration: Up to 12 months
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Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
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Application deadline: 3 December 2026
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Application languages: English or German
Contact person:
Alexandra Morozova
Aktion West-Ost e.V.
Email: a.m@aktion-west-ost.de
We are looking forward to hearing from you and welcoming a new member to our team!
Discover the unknown with us!
