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At MUTE Hostel Vila Nova de Milfontes, we are looking for volunteers who bring energy, personality, and a natural ability to connect with people.
Our hostel is more than just a place to sleep — it’s a social environment where guests come to meet, share experiences, and enjoy the atmosphere. Because of that, we are looking for volunteers who can actively contribute to this vibe.
25 hours of help per week
Tour Guide: Organize and lead tours around the city.
Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
2 days off per week
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.
Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Fluent English or Intermediate Portuguese
Between 23 and 40 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Your days will be a mix of social interaction and light operational support. We want you to be present, involved, and part of the guest experience — not just completing tasks, but creating moments.
Create a welcoming and social environment for guests
Organize and participate in activities (sunset hangouts, group dinners, games, small events)
Engage with guests and encourage interaction between them
Support the team in daily hostel operations when needed
- Treat all guests, staff, and other volunteers with respect;
- Maintain a positive, friendly, and proactive attitude at all times;
- Be approachable and contribute to a welcoming environment;
- Respect agreed working hours and schedules;
- Be punctual and reliable;
- Inform the team in advance in case of any issue or delay;
- Keep shared areas clean and organized;
- Respect quiet hours and other people’s rest;
- Take care of the space as if it were your own;
- Follow instructions from management and supervisors
- Be open to feedback and willing to improve
- Communicate clearly and honestly with the team
Any behavior that negatively impacts the team, guests, or hostel environment may result in termination of the volunteering agreement
