ESC: Prehistoric Trails: Discovering the Iberian Heritage
Code: 50650 Copied
Portugal
European Voluntary Service
Social work
Environment
European Voluntary Service
Social work
+1
Fixed dates
About the project
ESC: Prehistoric Trails: Discovering the Iberian Heritage
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Adana Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports is the only public institution operating in the field of sports and youth in our city. Our institution serves people between the ages of 04-70. It has 5 youth centers and 12 youth offices. The areas of activity of our youth centers are to plan, implement and finalize activities together with young people so that they can spend their free time in the best possible way. There are 68,235 registered members in the 13-29 age group in our youth centers and youth offices. As an institution, we plan sports activities, free courses, seminars and trips for young people's free time outside of school, and our aim is to ensure their physical and social development by organizing camps and camps according to the interests, desires and age groups of young people.
Permanent, contracted and EYT coaches working in our institution provide sports training provided by our Provincial Directorate and train athletes in our facilities in accordance with the activities of sports federations.
💼 What the programme involves
The 'DINOSAURIOS IBERICOS' project is a dynamic volunteering initiative located in the coastal area of Santa Cruz, Portugal, dedicated to preserving and promoting the region’s unique natural and prehistoric heritage. As part of an international team, the volunteer will actively participate in activities that bridge the gap between the Iberian Peninsula’s rich paleontological past—such as dinosaur fossils and tracks—and modern society. The project focuses on outdoor activities, museum support, the development of eco-tourism trails, and raising awareness among the local community about this natural treasure. Beyond providing support, the participant will act as a cultural ambassador, taking initiative in digital content creation and hands-on field activities along the Atlantic coast.
🏠 Accommodation on site
The volunteer will stay at the Santa Cruz Facility in shared rooms with international Erasmus+ trainees. The facility includes a large kitchen and five bathrooms, with additional housing available in Cambelas (Lisbon) or Praia de Santa Cruz if needed. A monthly cash allowance is provided for meals. Local transport is managed on foot or by bicycle, while organization vehicles are used for field assignments. Round-trip travel and comprehensive health insurance are fully covered within ESC grant limits
🎒 Leisure activities
The volunteer will participate in the official ESC training cycle, including 'On-Arrival Training' and 'Mid-Term Evaluation' by the Portuguese National Agency. Practical on-site training will be provided by local mentors in paleontological heritage preservation, eco-tourism guiding, and non-formal education methods. Regular language support will be offered to enhance communication within the international team, and all acquired skills will be officially validated through the Youthpass Certificate at the end of the project
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: This project seeks highly motivated young people aged 18-30 with an interest in natural sciences, paleontology, or ecotourism. Our ideal candidate will be ready to work collaboratively in an international team, adapt to flexible working hours, and be enthusiastic about outdoor fieldwork. While no specific academic background is required, strong communication skills, basic English proficiency, and a sensitivity to preserving local heritage are key to success.
Deadline: 06/04/2026 10:00
Deadline: 06/04/2026 10:00
ℹ️ Additional information
The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
- Training before and after the project
- Health insurance during your project
- round-trip travel reimbursement
- accommodation and food
- pocket money
- language course
- Return Week-end
- Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport
Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.
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Sign in to apply📅 Available sessions
PT50650
01/04/2026 → 30/05/2026
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Deadline: 06/04/2026
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–30 years old
Solidarity donation
0.00 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
A dos Cunhados, 2560, Portugal
Portugal
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Western European Standard Time
Local time: 21:34 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
Collective
🗣️ Languages spoken
English
Portuguese