Erasmus internship abroad: how long does it take to find one? If you’d like to combine your Erasmus program with an internship abroad, here are a few keys to the success of your international mobility project.
Erasmus internship abroad: back to basics
Let’s get back to basics. As a reminder, the duration of your Erasmus work placement abroad must be between 2 and 12 months. The official Erasmus+ website states more precisely that “you can take part in several Erasmus+ exchanges, either as a student or as an intern, but the total period spent abroad (including periods of study abroad) may not exceed 12 months per study cycle”. Your internship must be directly linked to your course of study and form part of your curriculum. For example, in a Master’s or BTS course, your home institution will require you to complete an internship to validate your year. An Erasmus internship abroad is governed by an internship agreement that defines the duration of the work and the tasks assigned to you.
Combining international mobility with an Erasmus internship abroad is a major asset in your student career. Among other things, it enables you to:
- Enrich your CV with international mobility, much sought-after by recruiters
- Gain professional experience in another language and corporate culture
- Experience the realities of the country as a young worker rather than just a student
- Understand the country’s economic and social mechanisms and issues
- Open up a world of possibilities and perspectives
Find out more :
- How to set up an Erasmus + international mobility internship
- Testimonial: the Erasmus Plus experience
Internships: deadlines
Erasmus internship abroad: how long does it take to find one? First of all, it’s essential to determine your internship project well in advance of your Erasmus+ departure date. This means you need to call on the professional network of your Erasmus agency at your university. They’ll be able to help you make the right choices and inform you about the various offers available on the market. Many offers can be consulted on dedicated online sites, with details of the location and activities on offer.
First piece of advice: anticipate your search! Between building your professional project, drawing up a CV in English or the local language, and the time needed for remote recruitment, the process can be long!
A word of advice: determine your field of action. What do you expect from this internship? What is your exact sector of activity? What skills would you like to acquire during this Erasmus internship abroad? You should also be aware that, depending on your sector of activity, advertisements for internships abroad may be more or less rare. Some are in high demand, while others are not.
On average, the process of finding an Erasmus internship abroad can take from three weeks to two months. So don’t hesitate to ask the host company in advance about these recruitment and bureaucratic delays.
Finally, the choice of country for this Erasmus internship abroad is fundamental! For an internship in the European Union, no visa is required. Outside Europe, the organization of the formalities is more of a headache. Depending on the country you choose, the visa process can take several months. Enjoy your Erasmus internship abroad!
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