EcoSpark

Description

EcoSpark is a long-term ESC volunteering project in Timișoara, Romania, where volunteers spend 6–12 months working with children and young people. Volunteers support non-formal education in schools and kindergartens, environmental campaigns, social inclusion activities and digital education. They can also take part in cultural initiatives, local festivals, community activities and summer camps.

The project offers space for creativity and personal initiative. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own ideas, develop workshops and educational activities, and actively contribute to the local community. It is a great opportunity to gain practical experience, develop new skills, meet people from different backgrounds and create a meaningful experience abroad.

Interested?

Send us a short motivation message and your CV to: alteco.sending.ngo@gmail.com

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Volunteers stay in a fully equipped house/apartment in Moșnița Nouă, near Timișoara, in double bedrooms. Rent and utilities are fully covered. Each volunteer receives €5/day for food and €4/day pocket money. Public transport tickets and bicycles are provided for local mobility. Travel support is available according to the European Commission distance bands (€211–€395). Volunteers also receive health insurance, mentorship, training, a Romanian language course and a Youthpass certificate.

Training during the activity

This ESC experience is also an opportunity for personal and professional development. Throughout the project, volunteers will receive support and training related to their volunteering experience. You will have opportunities to reflect on what you learn, develop new competences and document your progress through Youthpass.

Participant profile

We are looking for volunteers who:

• Are 18–30 years old.
• Reside in an EU country or one of the eligible countries listed by the European Solidarity Corps.
• Have at least B1 level English.
• Are flexible, tolerant, communicative and comfortable working in a team.
• Have previous volunteering experience, particularly local volunteering.
• Are interested in pedagogy, special education, non-formal education or working with young people.
• Are willing to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Are creative and ready to take initiative.
• Want to work with young people, especially those from disadvantaged communities.
• Are motivated to contribute to activities fighting exclusion, prejudice and stereotypes.
• Are interested in using digital tools and supporting digitalization in youth activities.

Most importantly, we are looking for people who are curious, responsible and genuinely motivated to make a contribution. You don't need to arrive with all the answers. We want volunteers who are willing to learn, try new things, share their ideas and grow together with the community.

Activity dates

A total of 52 week(s) during the period 18/09/2026 to 17/09/2027

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Activity location

Timișoara, Romania

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Activity type

Individual volunteering

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Looking for participants from

Albania, Azerbaijan, Czechia, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Moldova, Serbia, Spain, Ukraine

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Activity topics

Social challenges

Citizenship and democratic participation

Environment and natural protection

Education and training

Creativity and culture

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Deadline for applications

Application deadline: 17/11/2026 00:00

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Project code

2026-1-RO01-ESC51-VTJ-000401477