Become a volunteer at Southern Sweden Design Days 2025!
Do you want to help create Malmö's international design festival? Southern Sweden Design Days attracts thousands of visitors each year, and together with our volunteers, we want to create the best possible experience for our visitors!
As a volunteer, you’ll have the chance to meet like-minded people and make valuable connections. It’s a fantastic opportunity to grow both personally and professionally while gaining valuable work experience and a meaningful addition to your CV. This role involves responsibility and commitment but, above all, it’s a fun and exciting experience.
You’ll be working in a creative and dynamic environment filled with innovative and inspiring design. During your shifts, food and drinks will be provided, and after the festival, you will receive a work certificate.
Fill out the form via the button below to submit your application. We review applications on an ongoing basis and will make a selection. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.
Learn more about the different volunteer roles and check out our FAQ below.
ROLES
MAIN LOCATION HOST
The Main Location is the central arena of Southern Sweden Design Days, offering 6,000 sqm of exhibitions, a live studio, activities for children and youth, a restaurant, and much more. As a Main Location Host, you will be the face of the festival, playing a key role in creating a positive experience for visitors throughout the event. We are looking for individuals who are service-minded, responsible, and comfortable interacting with people. You will be working alongside other hosts.
Time period: Festival days: May 22–25
Location: Main Location, Lokstallarna
Responsibilities include:
- Working at the ticket counter and handling payments
- Counting visitors entering and exiting the venue
- Assisting by answering questions and providing information
- Supervising the venue and helping maintain a clean and welcoming environment
- Monitoring and overseeing emergency exits
SSDD STUDIO HOST
SSDD Studio offers an exciting program with panel discussions, seminars, and workshops during the first two days of the festival. As a host for SSDD Studio, you will be responsible for the smooth execution of the program and ensuring a professional and welcoming atmosphere for both participants and the audience. We are looking for someone who is service-oriented, able to work under pressure, and highly organized. You will work alongside another host.
Time period: Two festival days: May 22–23
Location: Main Location, Lokstallarna
Responsibilities include:
- Welcoming participants and ensuring they are in place well ahead of their scheduled program
- Preparing and guiding participants who are going on stage
- Ensuring beverages are available
- Keeping track of the program and making sure the schedule is followed
- Answering questions about the program from visitors and offering assistance
- Supervising the studio and helping maintain a clean and welcoming environment
CONSTRUCTION CREW
The Construction Crew is responsible for setting up the Main Location before the festival and dismantling everything after it ends. You will play a central role in the behind-the-scenes work, witnessing the transformation of an empty venue into a vibrant and inspiring environment filled with visitors, exhibitions, workshops, and panel discussions. We are looking for individuals who enjoy collaborating, are ready to pitch in when needed, and like to work both physically and practically. You will be part of a team, working alongside others.
Time period:
Setup: May 14–16 + May 19–21
Teardown: May 25–27
Location: Main Location, Lokstallarna
Responsibilities include:
- Painting exhibition podiums
- Decorating and setting up various festival areas and spaces
- Handling and assembling furniture and equipment
- Measuring and marking exhibition spaces
- Carrying and moving materials and equipment
- Operating a pallet truck for item transport
- Performing light cleaning of areas and spaces
SSDD VOLUNTEER TEAM LEADER
As a Volunteer Team Leader, you will play a central role in leading, organizing, and coordinating our fantastic volunteer team together with the Volunteer Manager and Project Leader. You will help ensure that operations run smoothly, that schedules and timelines are followed, and that volunteers receive the support and guidance they need. You are solution-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are capable of handling different types of people. You are a key person in creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere, motivating the team, and ensuring that everyone feels engaged and has a great, memorable experience.
Time period:
Setup: May 14–16 + May 19–21
Festival days: May 22–25
Teardown: May 25–27
Location: Main Location, Lokstallarna
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting the Volunteer Manager and Project Leader in leading, organizing, and coordinating the volunteer team throughout the event
- Supporting volunteers in their tasks and helping solve any issues that arise
- Contributing to creating an inclusive and motivating work environment
- Ensuring tasks are completed according to schedule and that timetables are followed
- Communicating and collaborating within a dynamic team
Experience and qualifications we are looking for:
- Experience in leading or coordinating teams, preferably in volunteer work, events, or the service industry
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work structured under time pressure
- Strong communication skills and experience handling a variety of people
- Solution-oriented and flexible
- Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
To apply for the role of SSDD Volunteer Team Leader, please submit your CV either with your application or by emailing it to team@southernswedendesigndays.com.
SSDD JUNIOR HOST
SSDD Junior is a part of the festival designed for children and youth, with its own space at the Main Location where kids can explore their creativity through drop-in workshops and activities. Here, they get to try different creative projects that introduce them to design, materials, and various ways to create. As an SSDD Junior Host, you will be the host for the children’s area, welcoming and supporting visitors and participants running workshops and activities. You will also assist with the setup and takedown of the area. We are looking for someone who is social, proactive, enjoys working with children and young people, and can inspire and engage visitors in a fun and playful way.
Time period:
Two festival days: May 24–25
Setup of the area: May 19
Takedown of the area: May 26
Location: Main Location, Lokstallarna
Responsibilities include:
- Welcoming participants running workshops and activities and ensuring they are on-site well ahead of their scheduled time
- Assisting participants before, during, and after their program activities
- Helping by answering questions and providing information
- Supervising the area and contributing to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment
- Interacting with children and families to create a pleasant and inspiring atmosphere
- Assisting with the setup and takedown of the area