Source: BUS Sachsen-Anhalt (Linie6PLus)

Completing a voluntary social year

Description

For all those who do not want to immediately plunge into professional life or studies, there is the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ).
In voluntary service, you will provide practical assistance in personal and direct contact with people. Your practical experience will be expanded in further qualifications and seminars.
Such a voluntary service usually lasts 12 months and can be extended to a maximum of 18 months and in exceptional cases to 24 months.
You will receive a monthly allowance as well as free food or cost compensation and, if necessary, free accommodation. The contributions to social security (health, pension, long-term care and unemployment insurance) are covered 100 percent by the institutions. You will continue to receive child benefit if you are under 25 years of age.

Requirements

They are between 16 and 26 years old
the FSJ period will end before your 27th birthday
You have completed compulsory schooling (after the 9th or 10th grade, depending on the federal state)
You will complete the FSJ for at least 6 months

Which documents are required?

Application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae)

What are the fees?

There are no costs for you.

What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?

The application deadlines vary from institution to institution.

Processing duration

The processing time varies depending on the carrier and facility.

Who should I contact?

You can apply directly to the place of employment or to an institution.

Appeal

- Forms: partial

- Online procedure possible: partial

- Written form required: yes

- Personal appearance required: yes

Process flow

Before you start an FSJ, you need to think about which area you want to get involved in.

Apply to an institution in good time. Many FSJ providers offer an online form for this purpose. Some institutions require you to submit a written application.
If necessary, the institution will invite you to an interview.
If your application is successful, sign a contract. It specifies your place of work and the period of the FSJ.

What else should I know?

In addition to the FSJ, there is the Federal Volunteer Service (BFD). There is no age limit here. Also related to the FSJ are the Voluntary Ecological Year (FÖJ), the Voluntary Year of Culture (FSJ Culture) and the Voluntary Year in Political Life/Democracy, Sports or Abroad