ESC in Belgium
WHERE: Kasterlee, Belgium
HOST ORGANISATION: De Hoge Rielen
THEMES:
1-Youth work, non-formal education, outdoor education, nature activities, workshops;
2-Communication, social media, photography, graphic design, content creation;
3-Reception, guest support, administration, customer service, hospitality.
WHEN:
18.01.2027 – 17.12.2027
DEADLINE: 06.09.2026
HOST ORGANISATION
De Hoge Rielen – Kasterlee, Belgium
De Hoge Rielen is a youth centre in Belgium that has been hosting European Solidarity Corps volunteers since 2013. It is a large accommodation and activity centre where youth groups, schools, camps, and organisations participate in educational, outdoor, and recreational activities. Surrounded by nature, the centre offers a unique learning environment with forests, sports facilities, meeting spaces, campfire areas, and creative activity zones. Volunteers become part of an international team while supporting youth work and community activities.
Project 1: Guiding Workshops & Outdoor Activities
AVAILABLE PROJECT
Youth work, non-formal education, outdoor education, nature activities, workshops.
2 volunteer positions available.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
Volunteers will join the Educational Team in preparing and leading workshops and outdoor activities for children and young people. They will support teambuilding sessions, survival activities, cooking workshops using wild plants, and forest-based learning experiences. Volunteers will also receive training to assist with the high ropes course and help prepare materials for educational activities.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting educational workshops and outdoor activities
- Guiding teambuilding and nature-based sessions
- Assisting with the high ropes course
- Preparing and maintaining activity materials
- Working with children and youth groups
- Supporting the Educational Team in daily activities
VOLUNTEER PROFILE
- 18–30 years old
- Interested in working with children and young people
- Enjoys outdoor activities and nature
- Creative, proactive and responsible
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups
- Motivated to learn Dutch
- Able to work well in a team
CONDITIONS OFFERED
- Private bedroom in shared volunteer accommodation
- Shared kitchen, bathroom and living area
- Grocery budget or meals at the restaurant
- Monthly pocket money
- Bicycle provided
- Travel reimbursement according to ESC rules
- Visa support if applicable
- International team and mentoring
- Opportunity to develop a personal project
- Dutch language learning
PROJECT DURATION: 18.01.2027 – 17.12.2027
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 06.09.2026
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application form on the De Hoge Rielen website and upload your CV together with a motivation letter, presentation, or video explaining your interests, experience, and preferred volunteering role.
Project 2: Communication & Social Media
AVAILABLE PROJECT
Communication, social media, photography, graphic design, content creation.
1 volunteer position available.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
The volunteer will support the Educational Team with communication and promotional activities. Tasks include creating content for social media, taking photos and videos, editing visual materials, designing promotional content, and increasing the visibility of the organisation’s projects.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creating content for social media
- Photography and video production
- Editing photos and videos
- Designing promotional materials
- Supporting website and newsletter content
- Promoting De Hoge Rielen activities
VOLUNTEER PROFILE
- 18–30 years old
- Interested in communication and digital media
- Creative and proactive
- Comfortable working independently and in a team
- Experience with Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator or similar tools is an advantage
- Willing to learn new skills
CONDITIONS OFFERED
- Private bedroom in shared volunteer accommodation
- Shared kitchen, bathroom and living area
- Grocery budget or meals at the restaurant
- Monthly pocket money
- Bicycle provided
- Travel reimbursement according to ESC rules
- Visa support if applicable
- International environment
- Dutch language learning
- Mentoring and personal project support
PROJECT DURATION: 18.01.2027 – 17.12.2027
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 06.09.2026
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application form on the De Hoge Rielen website and upload your CV together with a motivation letter, presentation, or video explaining your interests, experience, and preferred volunteering role.
Project 3: Reception & Guest Support
AVAILABLE PROJECT
Reception, guest support, administration, customer service, hospitality.
1 volunteer position available.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
The volunteer will support the reception team by welcoming guests, assisting visitors during their stay, answering questions, preparing documents, managing emails and administrative tasks, and helping with practical daily operations across the youth centre.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Welcoming guests during check-in
- Providing information to visitors
- Supporting reception and administrative tasks
- Preparing documents and organising files
- Answering emails and phone calls
- Assisting with practical tasks around the centre
VOLUNTEER PROFILE
- 18–30 years old
- Friendly and communicative
- Organised and responsible
- Comfortable working with guests
- Interested in administration and customer service
- Willing to learn Dutch
- Able to work both independently and in a team
CONDITIONS OFFERED
- Private bedroom in shared volunteer accommodation
- Shared kitchen, bathroom and living area
- Grocery budget or meals at the restaurant
- Monthly pocket money
- Bicycle provided
- Travel reimbursement according to ESC rules
- Visa support if applicable
- International team and mentoring
- Opportunity to develop a personal project
- Dutch language learning
PROJECT DURATION: 18.01.2027 – 17.12.2027
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 06.09.2026
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application form on the De Hoge Rielen website and upload your CV together with a motivation letter, presentation, or video explaining your interests, experience, and preferred volunteering role.
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For further information and to find your sending organization, please contact: mobility@you-net.eu