Join Team26 and become a volunteer at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games

Would you like to be at the heart of organising the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, contribute to delivering a world-class sporting event, and experience it up close?
The Team26 programme is looking for 18,000 volunteers to be key players in the Games, helping make the experience special and unforgettable for spectators, athletes, and teams.

By joining Team26, you’ll have the chance to meet people from all over the world, gain new skills, and put what you’ve learned at Ca’ Foscari into practice. You’ll also enhance your personal development while enjoying one of the most exciting global sporting events.

What activities can you get involved in?

Depending on your interests and skills, you could help with:

• Hospitality: Help welcome everyone to Milan-Cortina 2026, ensuring that the public, athletes, media, and official delegations feel warmly received.
• Support at sporting events: Help out at competition venues and training centres, ensuring that athletes can perform at their best.
• Event organisation: Contribute to various organisational tasks, streamline processes, and experience the behind-the-scenes action of an international event.
• Languages: Use your language skills to help create an unforgettable experience for visitors and guests from around the world.

Where will the activities take place?

Team26 volunteers will play an essential role across all competition venues and official sites. In the application form, you can choose your preferred locations, including Cortina, Anterselva, Bormio/Livigno, Tesero/Predazzo, Milan, Verona, Venice, and other locations.

Who can apply?

This opportunity is open to all Ca' Foscari students who speak Italian and/or English. You must also be available for selection and training events and commit to being present for at least nine non-consecutive days during the Games.
Further details on eligibility and how to apply can be found on the official Team26 website | Milan-Cortina 2026: https://team26.milanocortina2026.org/en

What do you get out of it?

• A dedicated and certified training programme
• A special welcome kit and a personal uniform
• Free public or organised transport
• Meals and drinks during activities
• Engagement and rewards programme
• Certificate of Participation 

How to apply

Check your university email (stud.unive.it) on Monday, November 18th: you’ll find an email with the subject "Giochi Invernali di Milano Cortina 2026 - Opportunità per studentesse e studenti". Follow the instructions inside to start your application.