Robotics and Coding for Young People – Digital Skills and Innovation in Eskişehir, Türkiye

Description

Eskişehir Youth Centers are looking for motivated and creative international volunteers to support robotics, coding and digital learning activities within the European Solidarity Corps. The volunteer will support existing robotics and coding workshops, helping young people develop basic digital skills, logical thinking, problem-solving and creativity. Activities will include introductory coding sessions, simple robotics applications, maker activities and hands-on learning experiences, particularly for younger participants. The volunteer will also encourage teamwork, curiosity and intercultural exchange through technology-based activities. The aim is to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where young people can explore technology, develop digital competencies and discover their creative potential.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

The volunteer will be accommodated in a student dormitory managed by the Eskişehir Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports throughout the volunteering period. Food allowance and pocket money will be provided in accordance with the European Solidarity Corps rules and the approved project budget. Local transportation support will be arranged when necessary. Travel costs will be covered according to the approved project budget and European Solidarity Corps rules.

Training during the activity

The volunteer will receive an introduction to the European Solidarity Corps, Eskişehir Youth Centers and the planned activities. Training will cover non-formal education, youth work, basic robotics, coding, digital skills and maker activities. The volunteer will receive continuous guidance from a mentor and the project team. On-arrival and mid-term training will also be provided in accordance with the European Solidarity Corps programme.

Participant profile

We are looking for motivated, creative and open-minded young people interested in technology, robotics, coding and youth work. Applicants should enjoy learning new digital skills and sharing their knowledge with children and young people. An interest in basic coding, robotics, maker activities and creative problem-solving is desirable. Teamwork, communication skills, patience and willingness to learn are important qualities. Volunteers should be enthusiastic about supporting educational activities and intercultural exchange. Previous professional experience in programming or engineering is not required. No specific foreign language is required.

Activity dates

A total of 26 week(s) during the period 01/12/2026 to 01/06/2027

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Activity location

Prof.Dr. Nabi Avci Bulv. 10/4, Eskişehir, Türkiye

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Activity type

Individual volunteering

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Looking for participants from

Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Azores, Belarus, Belgium, Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Croatia, Curaçao, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Territories, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guadeloupe, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madeira, Malta, Martinique, Mayotte, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Caledonia, North Macedonia, Norway, Palestine, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Réunion, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Martin (french part), Serbia, Sint Maarten (dutch part), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St Pierre and Miquelon, Sweden, Syria, Tunisia, Türkiye, Ukraine, Wallis and Futuna

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Activity topics

Creativity, arts and culture

 

Education and training

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Deadline for applications

No application deadline

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Project code

2026-1-TR01-ESC51-VTJ-000403595