ESC in YouNet Reggio-Emilia, Vocational Education and Training projects
YOUNET APS
YouNet Reggio-Emilia
Reggio Emilia, Italy
Description
Volunteers will take part in the welcoming and culturally rich environment of Reggio Emilia, Italy, engaging with the local and international community through YouNet’s and IFOM’s activities. They will gain experience in a European context, learning about EU institutions and youth programmes. Volunteers may support VET (Vocational Education and Training) activities, and help the implementation of European projects, developing organizational skills and flexibility. During their service, they will develop coordination and teamwork skills, increase self-awareness, and build confidence. Throughout cultural activities and accompaniment of foreign students, they have the opportunity to discover new cultures, and develop their proactive approach in managing challenging situations.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteer will share the room with another volunteer (same gender) in a flat with all facilities, shared with other international volunteers. The flat is composed by 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen and dining room. There is wi-fi and a washing machine. The volunteers will have a monthly food allowance and some pocket money to cover basic needs. The volunteer will have available a bike and occasional bus tickets for the city of Reggio Emilia.
Training during the activity
General Online Training, Linguistic support, Pre-departure training, On-arrival training, Mid-term evaluation, Annual European Solidarity Corps events, Post-arrival follow-up. Volunteers will attend monthly meetings with non-formal methods to develop their soft skills.
Participant profile
We are looking for motivated and active volunteers, willing to stay for the entire period of the project, for the minimum of 4 months. *Polish-speaking candidates will have priority in the selection.
Activity dates
A total of 24 week(s) during the period 24/08/2026 to 28/02/2027
Activity location
Reggio Emilia, Italy
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Citizenship and democratic participation
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2026-1-IT03-ESC51-VTJ-000403830