ESC project at Mullsjö Folkhögskola

Role of the volunteer 
Volunteers at Mullsjö folkhögskola are an important part of the school community and contribute primarily to its social and communal life. The role focuses on supporting inclusion, building positive relationships with participants and being present in everyday school life. Volunteers will help create a welcoming environment where the students feel seen and included, especially those who may benefit from extra social support.

The volunteer role also includes assisting in Café Bernhard during weekday mornings, maintaining cleanliness in the café area, and working the cash register. They are also responsible for leading a short reflection gathering (“Andrum”) once during the autumn term and once during the spring term. There’s also the opportunity to take part in student council meetings.

In addition to this, volunteers is encouraged to lead one lesson per week within the General Course, depending on their own interests and background. This could include language practice, presentations about their home country, or other topics they feel confident sharing. Volunteers also have the opportunity to participate in selected classes across the school if they wish to explore specific subjects. 

Further tasks may include supporting boarding staff when needed, assisting with office work, contributing to course and conference activities, and occasionally helping in the kitchen. Across all tasks, volunteers are encouraged to take initiative and contribute their own ideas, particularly in developing leisure and social activities.

Overall, the volunteer role at Mullsjö folkhögskola combines social engagement, practical responsibilities, and opportunities for learning, offering a meaningful way to take part in everyday school life while contributing to a supportive and inclusive community.

Examples of tasks:
 

• Build relationships with the students and contribute to an inclusive and supportive community

• Communicate in English and support informal language exchange (English/Swedish)

• Organize and lead the weekly “Wednesday Hangout” 

• Lead two short reflection sessions (“Andrum”) during the year

• Work in Café Bernhard four mornings per week, including serving and basic café duties

• Participate in student council meetings

• Assist staff when needed (boarding house, office work, course/conference activities, or kitchen support)

• Lead one weekly lesson in the General Course based on personal interests or background

• Contribute with own ideas and help organize voluntary leisure activities in the afternoons and evenings

• Document daily life and experiences as a volunteer through different media formats (e.g. photos, video, or written content)

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Volunteer profile 

Volunteers at Mullsjö folkhögskola should be motivated to take an active role in a small, close-knit school community where social interaction is central to daily life. The role suits individuals who are creative, open, responsible, and interested in working with people in an educational and residential environment. 

We are looking for volunteers who are socially engaged and approachable, with a genuine interest in building positive relationships with young adults from different backgrounds. The ability to take initiative, show empathy, and notice when someone may need support is important, as a key part of the role involves contributing to an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere. 

Since communication is an essential part of the position, volunteers should feel comfortable using English in daily interactions. An interest in learning Swedish is also important, as language exchange naturally takes place in everyday life.

Overall, the project suits someone who enjoys working with people, likes leading activities, values community life and is interested in experiencing Swedish folk high school culture in a hands-on and meaningful way.

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Work-schedule and team

Volunteers are part of the daily life of the school and work in close cooperation with teachers, boarding staff, and other employees. They are supported by a designated supervisor who provides guidance in planning activities, coordinating tasks, and adapting to the school environment.

Volunteers are mainly active during weekdays, with a mix of morning, daytime, and occasional evening activities.

Working hours follow ESC guidelines and amount to approximately 35 hours per week, typically from Monday to Friday. The schedule includes time for preparation, participation in activities, and informal interaction within the school community.

Volunteers are entitled to two days off per week, as well as 24 days of holiday over a 12-month period (two days per month), in accordance with ESC standards.

Volunteers are also encouraged to take part in Swedish language learning as a way to support their integration into Swedish society. The amount of time dedicated to language learning is agreed upon together with the supervisor and can be adapted to the individual’s needs and interests.

Food, accommodation, and transportation

Volunteers are accommodated on the school campus together with other participants and students. Mullsjö folkhögskola has an on-site boarding facility (internat) with approximately 64 rooms. Some participants live at the school, while others commute daily. Living on campus provides opportunities to become part of the school community and to interact with participants outside of lesson hours.

Meals are served in the school dining hall during weekdays. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served from Monday to Thursday, while breakfast and lunch are served on Fridays. The school campus offers several shared facilities, including common rooms where participants can meet socially, a sports hall, and a gym. Participants in aesthetic programmes have access to their studios during evenings and weekends, and volunteers are welcome to participate in social and recreational activities within the school community.

The volunteers will cook on their own and will recieve food and pocket money every month. 

Application
​If you are interested in this project, send us your CV and a motivation/cover letter (both documents in English) to mullsjo@globalakronoberg.se.
​​Applications should be sent to us before the deadline in the European Youth Portal.  Only the countries listed in the add will be eligible to participate in the project!
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​We will only consider applications sent to the email address stated above!

We’re looking forward to receiving your application!​​​ For more information, download our infopack --->