Working with young people at Fjället Youth Centre (with competence in social media and digital communication)
Kooperativet Fjället
Angered, Gothenburg, Sweden
Description
Kooperativet Fjället is a youth-focused NGO in Rannebergen, Gothenburg, Sweden, offering leisure activities for young people aged 10–20. The youth work is based on participation and influence, giving young people a real voice in shaping activities and the environment. The centre hosts two European Solidarity Corps (ESC) volunteers who actively contribute to daily activities. Volunteers mainly work as youth workers, supporting and engaging with young people, while also developing their own projects such as sports, cultural activities, crafts, theatre, or music, based on their interests. They are supported by experienced youth workers who guide them in planning and personal development. Additionally, one volunteer with skills in social media and digital communication supports promoting the organisation and its activities online.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Two volunteers share an apartment about 25 minutes from the youth centre by bus. Each has a private bedroom, while kitchen, bathroom, and living room are shared. Volunteers should be comfortable with shared living and daily responsibilities. They receive around 4,500 SEK monthly for food and personal expenses. A public transport card and SIM card are provided. Accommodation, travel, insurance, and visa costs are covered by the ESC programme.
Training during the activity
The volunteers attend the On-arrival training and Mid-term training, which are held in Stockholm by the Swedish National Agency. We encourage the volunteers to stay over the weekend in Stockholm at their own cost in conjunction with these training sessions. The volunteers will receive Swedish language classes which are part of the work hours. The volunteers are also invited to various training opportunities within the KEKS network when such opportunities are given. We always encourage and promote contact and networking with volunteers in Sweden.
Participant profile
We are looking for volunteers who are: Social, open-minded, and motivated to work with young people Able to build positive relationships with youth aged 10–20 Confident in working as a youth worker, supporting and inspiring young people Proactive, responsible, and able to take initiative Creative and interested in developing and trying new activities Flexible and comfortable working in a dynamic, team-based environment Open to working in an intercultural context Reflective and aware of topics such as inclusion, gender equality, and discrimination Willing to learn and develop both personally and professionally Interested in social media, digital communication, and storytelling Able to create and manage content for social media platforms and support the promotion of the organisation... VOLUNTEER TASK: Work as a youth worker, supporting and guiding young people in their daily activities at the youth centre Plan, create, and facilitate activities together with young people (e.g. sports, games, creative workshops, cultural activities) Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where young people feel welcome and involved Encourage participation, interaction, and positive relationships among young people Take part in regular youth centre activities such as open evenings, excursions, camps, and external activities Develop and implement own initiatives and projects in cooperation with young people Promote the European Solidarity Corps and share information about EU opportunities Support and manage the youth centre’s social media channels (e.g. Instagram, TikTok, photos, videos, and posts) Create digital content and contribute to the promotion and visibility of the organisation and its activities Collaborate with the team of youth workers in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities The schedule includes both day and evening shifts, with approximately 35–38 hours per week, including 3–4 evenings and the rest during daytime. More information can be found on our website www.fjallet.org, our volunteer blog www.fjallet.org/volontarbloggen, and on Instagram @kooperativetfjallet.
Activity dates
From 01/09/2026 to 31/08/2027
Activity location
Fjällblomman 2, Angered, Gothenburg, Sweden
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain
Activity topics
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Creativity and culture
Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 24/05/2026 23:59
Project code
2026-1-SE02-ESC51-VTJ-000401585