If you’re among those who have chosen the “Eternal City” for your internship, you’ve come to the right place! Here’s some advice on how to make your stay in Rome a success.
Arrival and bureaucracy in Rome
First of all, you should be aware that the Italian word for ‘internship’ is ‘tirocinio’. As a reminder, internships in Italy can last from 2 to a maximum of 12 months. As a European citizen, if the duration of your work placement in Rome exceeds three consecutive months, you will have to register with the local administration in order to be granted a precious tool:
– your ‘codice fiscale’! This is a personal identification number issued by the Azienda delle Entrate, an organization affiliated to the Ministry of the Economy. This compulsory step will give you access to a flock of services if you choose to do your internship in Rome. From activating your mobile phone SIM card to opening a bank account and, above all, drafting your internship agreement…
Good to know: you can’t apply for your codice fiscale remotely, you’ll need to be living in Rome.
You should be warned right away: dealing with the Italian administration requires a good deal of patience. As part of your internship in Rome, your host company can offer you assistance with this sometimes tedious process. You are therefore advised to contact the relevant people as soon as you arrive in Rome.
Italy, a regionalized country
Italy is a country with a very regional dynamic. For a long time, the arrangements for work placements were not regulated, leading to major abuses, particularly when it came to salaries. Today, legislation prevails, but it remains specific to each region. It is the regions that define the modalities. So don’t worry if you want to do your internship in Rome! In Rome, the rules of the Lazio region apply, setting the minimum internship allowance at €800 per month.
To ensure that your internship in Rome goes as smoothly as possible, it’s essential that you have a good command of the local language. Rome is an international hub, but English is not widely spoken at work!
– So plan to take language classes before you leave and when you arrive in your new city.
Italian companies are also keen to have CVs written in their own language and with a clear, and light design.
Tips for writing a good Erasmus+ CV https://mobitrainee.com/erasmus-plus/conseils/cv/
Rome, a beating heart
Rome is one of the country’s economic powerhouses. Located in the southern part of the country, it is the gateway to both the south and the north. It therefore attracts a large and eclectic population who come from all over the country to work here! There are plenty of opportunities for internships.
Most of the major companies are based in the city’s central districts: Trastevere, Torre Argentina, Flaminio, Marconi, EUR, etc. With a surface area of 1,285 km² – compared with 105.4 km² for Paris and 101.9 km² for Barcelona – Italy’s capital is very spread out. As its public transport network is somewhat tricky, don’t hesitate to look for accommodation close to your internship.
To find out more about accommodation for an Erasmus+ mobility : https://mobitrainee.com/se-loger-en-mobilite-erasmus/Here is some reading to help you plan your work placement:
What is an Erasmus+ internship? https://mobitrainee.com/en/how-to-set-up-international-mobility-in-erasmus-internship/
Further information: Choosing to do a mobility in Italy https://mobitrainee.com/en/an-erasmus-trip-in-italy/
Here is some reading to help you plan your internship:
What is an Erasmus+ internship? https://mobitrainee.com/en/how-to-set-up-international-mobility-in-erasmus-internship/
