Come and experience European Solidarity Corps volunteering in Finland!
Volunteering with the European Solidarity Corps is a great way to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and contribute to meaningful grassroots projects. You’ll also have the chance to develop new skills and gain valuable experience.
We welcome European Solidarity Corps volunteers for 6–12 months. Many of our volunteers work in education or assist individuals with disabilities, for example, in folk high schools or specialized workshops.
The European Solidarity Corps program is funded by the European Union. At Maailmanvaihto – ICYE Finland, we coordinate volunteering periods in Finland and also host volunteers in our own organisation.
Most of our volunteers begin their projects in August or September. We apply for funding from the Finnish National Agency of the European Solidarity Corps to support these opportunities.
We coordinate volunteering periods in following host organisations (click the name to learn more):
European Solidarity Corps volunteering is open to young people aged 18–30 who live permanently in one of the programme or partner countries.
Programme countries
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey
Partner countries
Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Egypt, Georgia, Israel, Jordan, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Norway, Palestine, Russia, Serbia, Syria, Tunisia, Ukraine
Important update (March 2025): Currently, it is not possible to apply for European Solidarity Corps volunteering in Finland from Russia, Syria, or Libya. If you are living in Finland and want to participate in volunteering here, please contact us to explore local opportunities.
Volunteers working with vulnerable groups, such as the elderly or people with disabilities, must have a full COVID-19 vaccination series. Exceptions may be granted for medical reasons. If you have not yet been vaccinated, you must commit to taking the vaccinations upon arrival.
The European Union covers the following expenses for volunteers:
The accommodation and food are provided by the voluntary workplace and/or a local host family.
Check out the currently available positions on our website. There, you’ll also find application instructions and the application form.
Note: To apply, you need a sending organisation in your country of residence. You can find accredited sending organisations in the European Solidarity Corps Database ↗ (youth.europa.eu).
“European Solidarity Corps volunteering is such an amazing opportunity for young people to learn new skills and spend time learning in another country. It also helps to build friendships and teaches us more understanding of each other across Europe.” – Catriona, a volunteer from Ireland
“Volunteering has been a period of intense change in our lives. New country, new people, new climate… Definitely, a moment to discover, not only our surroundings, but also ourselves.” – Volunteers Nathan (from France), Diogo (from Madeira of Portugal) and Elisa (from Spain)
“During this year, in every place, I have stepped in, I have found something unique. I think this is because my perspective on life has changed. I see the world with the eyes of another culture.” – Carmen, a volunteer from Spain
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