SCI Germany is currently looking for an office volunteer in the field of international workcamps through the European Solidarity Corps. You will get travel reimbursement, pocket money and a food allowance, free accommodation in a shared apartment, a 50% subsidy for the Germany Ticket plus discounts on high-speed trains, and the chance to join various activities and trainings.
- Where: Bonn, Germany
- When: February 2026 – December 2026 (10 months, possible extension to 12)
- Application deadline: 7 December 2025 — apply ASAP!
- More details here: https://t1p.de/lf9x5
Where
The project takes place in Bonn, Germany, at Service Civil International – Deutscher Zweig (SCI Germany).
When
From February 2026 (starting no later than 1 March 2026) to December 2026, for a duration of 10 months, with a possible extension to 12 months.
Project description
SCI Germany is part of an international network committed to promoting peace, social justice, environmental sustainability and dialogue between cultures. Every year, it coordinates around 25 international work camps in Germany, as well as long-term projects and training courses on topics such as anti-racism, climate justice, gender equality and non-violent conflict management.
The volunteer will join the SCI office team in Bonn, playing a central role in placement, communication and promotion activities. The project offers an insight into the inner workings of an international volunteer organisation and the opportunity to actively contribute to exchange activities.
The responsibilities include:
• Placement
Managing applications for work camps, both for participants from abroad travelling to Germany and for volunteers from Germany travelling to other countries. The work is carried out using the OPS digital system, for which specific training will be provided.
• Communication
Intensive communication via email and telephone, mainly in English and partly in German. You will be in contact with volunteers, international partners and project coordinators, providing information and support on activities. You will also help to create information materials.
• Promotion and social media
Support in publishing projects on social media, creating content and running campaigns to reach new volunteers.
• Work camp support
Opportunity to participate in a work camp in Germany and visit others to monitor activities and present SCI to volunteers. Personal projects, including online formats, are encouraged.
• Additional activities
Participation in training and thematic seminars, such as leadership, camp coordination, anti-racism, ecology or gender studies. Possible participation in SCI international conferences dedicated to cooperation and network development.
At the beginning of the project, the volunteer will participate in the international Placement Officer Training (POT) to be held in Bern (Switzerland) from 3 to 9 March 2026.
Accommodation, food and transport
SCI Germany offers:
- Free accommodation in a volunteer flat in the same building as the SCI office
- €333 per month as a food allowance
- €213.50 per month as pocket money
- A discounted ticket for high-speed trains and 50% coverage of the cost of the Deutschlandticket (regional transport throughout Germany)
- Reimbursement of travel expenses to Germany, visits to work camps or participation in seminars
- Coverage of visa costs when necessary
- 30 days of annual leave
- Budget for language courses + access to the European Commission’s online language platform
- European health insurance through the ESC programme.
Requirements
The project is aimed at young people who are highly motivated to volunteer, promote peace and social work, with:
- Must be a resident of an EU country or Neighbouring Country
- Aged between 18 and 30 years old
- Good knowledge of English (basic German preferable)
- Communication, organisational and time management skills
- Aptitude for independent work, curiosity and initiative
- Ideally, experience in office work, work camps, communication or social media.
For logistical reasons, it is not possible to accommodate volunteers with mobility difficulties that prevent them from making full use of the office and accommodation spaces.
How to apply
- Register on the official ESC Youth Portal: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en
- Fill the Application form: application_form_ltv SCI Germany 2026
Note: Inform the host association that SCI Austria will be your sending organisation. As an accredited sending organisation for the European Solidarity Corps programme, SCI Austria will accompany you throughout all stages of the project: application, pre-departure training and support during the experience.
For more information, please email us at longterm.sciaustria@gmail.com or call us on +43 (0)6603217466 (Monday to Friday, 09:30–15:30).