LONG TERM VOLUNTEERING AT A MAKERSPACE IN LATVIA

European Union - EU

Volunteer Closes 01 Aug 2026 28 days left

Overview

Opportunity for a young individual to volunteer for a year in Valmiera, Latvia, at a makerspace. The role involves handling customer orders, leading workshops, operating technical equipment, and providing guidance to users.


Key Responsibilities
  • Handle customer orders.
  • Lead and support hands-on workshops on various projects.
  • Operate and manage technical equipment such as 3D printers, vinyl cutter, heat press, laser engraver, CNC machine, and more.
  • Provide guidance and consultations to customers on using the makerspace equipment.
  • Participate in organizing and leading practical workshops for school groups.
  • Participate in communication activities related to makerspace equipment and other related topics.
Required Experience

Experience in operating and managing technical equipment such as 3D printers, vinyl cutter, heat press, laser engraver, CNC machine, and more.

Other Details
Languages Required
Upon arrival, your project leading organisation will offer you an online Latvian language lessons.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
52 week(s) during the period 01/08/2026 to 31/07/2027
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Pocket & food money: You will have a pocket money allowance 5 eur per day. Additionally, you will get a food allowance 7 eur per day. Travel reimbursements: Based on distance calculator. Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided in a rental apartment together with other volunteers, 1-2 same gender persons per room. We provide each volunteer with a Latvian phone number with unlimited internet plan.
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