Volunteer at a High-Alpine Mountain Shelter in Austria

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A experiência

Join our high-alpine shelter in Hohe Tauern (2508 m)! Foot access only (min. 3 h steep climb). We seek active, experienced volunteers with fitness, all-weather gear, and insurance AV. Help with meals, cleaning, deliveries, and social media. Shared dorm accommodation, full board included (alcohol not provided).

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Como você ajuda

25 horas por semana

Ajudante de Cozinha: Ajude a preparar, finalizar e servir refeições.

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O que você ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto compartilhado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irá dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

Café da manhã: Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Almoço: Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Descontos em drinks: Ganhe descontos em drinks ou bebidas do nosso bar.

Lavanderia gratuita: Você pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Trilhas de graça: Te levamos para fazer excursões e trilhas pela cidade. De graça!

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidade básica para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Alemão Fluente ou Inglês Intermediário

Entre 23 e 55 anos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

Volunteer at a High-Alpine Mountain Shelter – Hohe Tauern (2508 m)

Location: Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria

Duration: 25.05.2026 – 30.09.2026]
Number of Volunteers: 1-2

Program Description:
Our mountain shelter is located at 2508 meters above sea level in the Hohe Tauern National Park. Access is on foot only, with the shortest route taking at least 3-5 hours with a steep climb.

We are looking for active, experienced volunteers with good physical fitness, reliable mountain gear, and insurance covering mountain rescue and helicopter transport (e.g., Alpenverein).

Tasks:

Assistance with meals, cleaning, and deliveries

Support in social media activities

Preparing the shelter for new guests, maintaining the terrace

Working Hours:

Flexible, approx. 4–5 hours/day, max. 20–25 hours/week

1/2 days off per week

Accommodation and Meals:

Accommodation in shared dormitories (no private rooms)

Full board (non-alcoholic drinks included, alcohol not provided)

Special Notes:

Snow in August is possible – equipment must be suitable for all weather conditions

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Atividades & Turnos

Main Tasks / Activities:

Meal Assistance: preparing, serving, and cleaning up breakfast and dinner

Cleaning: guest rooms, beds, sanitary facilities, and preparing the shelter for new arrivals

Supplies / Logistics: refilling firewood, taking out trash, general material support

Social Media: taking photos and short videos (reels) for the shelter’s social media channels

Terrace Maintenance: watering flowers, preparing the terrace

Working Hours / Shifts:

Flexible shifts: approx. 4–5 hours/day, max. 20–25 hours/week

Days off: 2 days per week

Note: working hours may vary depending on guest numbers

Special Notes:

Tasks are always performed together with the team

Weather conditions can vary – all activities require appropriate high-alpine gear

Tasks are part of a cultural exchange program, not an employment contract

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Regras

Safety first – always follow mountain safety rules and staff instructions.

Equipment & clothing – must have mountain boots and gear suitable for all weather conditions (snow in August is normal).

Insurance – mandatory, covering mountain rescue and helicopter transport.

Accommodation – shared dormitory, no private rooms.

Meals – full board included (alcohol not provided).

Teamwork – support others and help where needed.

Respect – maintain courtesy towards guests and staff, follow quiet hours.

No alcohol or drugs during work and shelter stay.

Responsibility – take care of shelter equipment and materials.

Flexibility & communication – shifts may vary depending on guest numbers and weather conditions.