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Join our program to connect with people worldwide through tours, workshops, and cultural events that highlight Keelung’s identity. Just 30 minutes from Taipei, we document oral history, host exhibitions, and maintain a welcoming space for meaningful exchanges.
Creative and technical tasks will be assigned based on your background and current project needs. Please note that creative work is combined with regular shared responsibilities.
20 hours of help per week
Social Media: Maintain and update social media channels.
Photography: Take, edit and provide amazing photos.
Video Making: Create, edit and publish digital videos.
Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
3 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Fluent English or Fluent Chinese
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Options for Different Backgrounds:
1. Digital / IT / Interactive Systems
Front-end web design, System (Vue, GitHub, Firebase), Treasure Hunt game feature updates & testing, AR models / 3D models (creation, painting, optimization), Data organization for museum archives
2. Creative Content & Media Production
Short-form video shooting & editing (Reels / Shorts), Photography for tours, exhibitions, products, Podcast voice-over, English audio recording, Environmental sound recording & music production, Illustration & visual design
We are looking for brand-level storytelling, not casual travel vlogs. Your work should show:
• Clear narrative structure
• Strong pacing & composition
• Thoughtful music choice
• Ability to convey atmosphere
If your style is mainly fast-cut montages or trend-based edits, this role may not be suitable. When applying, please include 2–3 portfolio links
3. Exhibition, Space & Product Development
Exhibition setup & spatial arrangement, Living space styling & shop decoration, Prototype making & packaging design, Art residency participation (seasonal)
4. Writing, Research & Cultural Documentation
Article writing (English / Chinese), Tour content review & competitor research, Museum data & image archiving, Game script checking (Chinese required)
5. Community & Routine Support
Language exchange hosting, Tour equipment preparation, Event photo support & group photos, Treasure hunt inspection & LINE answer checking, Storage organization & space maintenance
While we collaborate with community groups, volunteers are not assigned childcare or teaching roles unless clearly
Jan–Mar: Project planning & filming
Apr–Jun: Continued filming & IT system stabilization
Jul–Sep: Ghost Festival artist residency + IT system review
Oct–Dec: Book-themed exhibitions
- Assist in tour execution 0-2 times a week.
- Help with the reception of visiting helpers and general house maintenance once a week.
- No fixed working hours; manage your time freely. Inform the host a week in advance if absent for over 1 day. There are no fixed working hours, but volunteers are expected to manage their own time responsibly, communicate progress, and complete agreed tasks on schedule.
- While the schedule is flexible, we expect you to complete tasks within the agreed time.
Before departure:
-Volunteers are encouraged to share a reflection or story about their time in Keelung on our Instagram.
Application Requirements:
- Motivation to apply.
- Interested in learning and problem-solving.
- Can work independently without constant guidance.
- If your application is over 3 months away, provide evidence like plane tickets or a visa to show your definite plan to visit Taiwan.
- Applicants with less than two weeks of availability should demonstrate outstanding work experience. Provide a portfolio or website for reference.
-This program requires independence, adaptability, and comfort with changing priorities.
If you prefer highly structured tasks or constant guidance, this may not be a good fit.
Attributes:
- We welcome active, responsible volunteers who are willing to learn and solve problems, and immersed in local culture.We value initiative and responsibility. Volunteers are expected to actively contribute rather than wait for instructions.
- Working space is located in the 2F&3F living room, also 1F workshop located in the traditional market.
- Line (Instant Communication APP) and Trello registration are COMPULSORY for program participation and communication.
