Volunteering
Bring Europe to Life in Le Mans
Youth Work & LearningCulture & Heritage
16 Nov 2026 – 25 Jul 2027
Le Mans, France
Open to: 28 countries
ESC Volunteering Projects in France
5 ESC volunteering projects in France are open for applications. Nearest deadline: 31 October 2026.
Volunteering
The Green Heart of Europe: Move and Act in Corrèze
Environment & ClimateYouth Work & Learning
6 Jan – 25 Jun 2027
Égletons, France
Open to: 22 countries
Volunteering
European Volunteer – School Life and Civic Engagement
Environment & ClimateDemocracy & Citizenship+1
6 Jan – 25 Jun 2027
Felletin, France
Open to: 25 countries
Volunteering
SJ/ESC55 – A House of Solidarity
Environment & ClimateSolidarity & Community
21 Nov – 5 Dec 2026
Beaumotte-Aubertans, France
Open to: 11 countries
Volunteering
Médiaterre – Volunteering for Ecological Transition
Environment & Climate
9 Nov 2026 – 8 Jul 2027
Carcassonne, France
Open to: France
Questions & answers
How many ESC volunteering projects in France are open right now?
5 ESC volunteering projects in France are open for applications on Erasmus Search. The nearest deadline is 31 October 2026.
Who can volunteer with the European Solidarity Corps?
People aged 18 to 30, or 18 to 35 for humanitarian aid volunteering. You can register on the European Solidarity Corps portal from age 17, but you must be 18 when the activity starts.
How long does ESC volunteering last?
Individual volunteering usually lasts from 2 to 12 months. Team volunteering and some shorter activities last from 2 weeks to 2 months.
Is ESC volunteering paid?
Volunteering is unpaid, but the costs are covered: travel, accommodation, food and insurance. Volunteers usually also receive pocket money. Details differ by project, so check the call.
How do I apply for ESC volunteering?
Register on the European Solidarity Corps portal (youth.europa.eu/solidarity) and apply to the organisation’s call. Many organisers also use their own application form, which is linked on the project page.
Is the European Solidarity Corps part of Erasmus+?
No. The European Solidarity Corps is a separate EU programme for volunteering and solidarity projects. In most countries it is run by the same national agencies as Erasmus+.