ESC in Germany
WHERE: Cologne, Germany
HOST ORGANISATION: Cologne Volunteer Agency – in cooperation with VEZ NRW
THEMES: Organization of cultural events, Non-formal education, Work with youth, Civic participation, Communication and social media, Interculturality.
WHEN: April or May 2026 for 10/12 months
DEADLINE: 31.03.2026
HOST ORGANISATION
Cologne Volunteer Agency – Cologne, Germany
The Cologne Volunteer Agency is a local coordination center for the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) in Cologne. The organisation works to promote civic engagement, volunteering, and active participation by supporting associations, social initiatives, and educational projects at both local and international levels.
The project is carried out in cooperation with Verband engagierte Zivilgesellschaft in NRW e.V. (VEZ NRW), an umbrella network that brings together associations and initiatives active in the fields of culture, education, and social work in the North Rhine-Westphalia region.
ESC Volunteering – Organization and Implementation of Cultural Events
PROJECT AVAILABLE
Organisation and implementation of cultural events, non-formal education, youth work, civic participation, communication, and social media.
1 volunteering position available.
DESCRIPTION
The ESC volunteer will be involved in the organisation and implementation of cultural events and educational activities, working closely with the staff and partner organisations of VEZ NRW.
Activities include supporting workshops, cultural and social initiatives, as well as contributing to the project’s communication and social media activities. The volunteer will have the opportunity to propose ideas, actively participate in organisational processes, and gain hands-on experience in the cultural sector and youth work.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support in the organisation and implementation of cultural events.
Facilitation and support of workshops and educational activities.
Collaboration in communication and social media activities.
Documentation of events and project initiatives.
Cooperation with staff and partner organisations.
Participation in community activities and the promotion of volunteering.
VOLUNTEER PROFILE
Young people aged 18–29.
Interest in culture, non-formal education, and youth work.
Good knowledge of German, English, or Turkish (at least one of the three).
Initiative, flexibility, and open-mindedness.
Ability to work in multicultural environments.
No previous participation in a long-term ESC project.
CONDITIONS OFFERED
Accommodation provided according to ESC standards.
Pocket money according to ESC programme rules.
Food allowance according to national standards.
Travel cost reimbursement according to ESC rules.
Local transport pass.
On-Arrival and Mid-Term Training.
Mentoring, orientation, and continuous support.
Youthpass certificate at the end of the project.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE CITY
Cologne is one of Germany’s most vibrant cities, with a strong cultural scene, a long tradition of civic engagement, and a young, international population. The city offers a stimulating environment to develop professional skills and to experience meaningful European volunteering.
PROJECT DURATION: April / May 2026 – 10–12 months
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31 March 2026 (ASAP)
HOW TO APPLY
Please send the following documents:
CV with photo
Motivation letter
Contact:
Susanne Freisberg-Houy
Susanne.freisberg@koeln-freiwillig.de