The Erasmus+ Internship programme has enabled 76 students to benefit from grants for training placements in European companies and organisations, representing a 7% increase compared to the previous academic year. The funded amount exceeds 300,000 euros.
The most popular host countries were Germany, Italy, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, reflecting strong interest in diverse destinations with broad professional opportunities.
Female students lead participation
The profile of participants shows a clear female majority: 79% were women, compared to 21% men.
Regarding participation types, 54% were from Modality A (students enrolled in official bachelor’s or master’s degrees at UV), while 46% were recent graduates from the University of Valencia (Modality B).
As for host entities, 64% of the mobilities took place in private companies, while the remaining 36% were in public organisations. Most internships were carried out in SMEs (63%), compared to 37% in large companies.
Among the degree backgrounds, the official Erasmus Mundus Master's in Psychology of Work, Organisations and Human Resources stands out, along with the official degrees in Biology, Medicine, and Business Administration and Management.
Final assessment
The results of the 2024-25 academic year reinforce the Erasmus+ Internship programme at the University of Valencia as a powerful tool for academic and professional development. The the wide range of destinations, the diversity of participation types and host institutions, as well as the strong representation of women, demonstrate a programme that is increasingly inclusive, balanced, and effective.
In the words of the Vice-Rector for Internationalization and Multilingualism, Carles Padilla Carmona: “Alongside the more than 2,000 students who each year move to a European university for an Erasmus Studies programme, an increasing number are also choosing the Erasmus internship grant in order to complement their studies and gain international professional experience that will significantly enhance their employability and expand their network of contacts”.
The programme is now preparing to continue this growth trend in 2025-26.
More info: Erasmus Internships
The European Union’s Erasmus+ programme includes a specific grant for undertaking Internships lasting a minimum of two months and a maximum of twelve, in a company or organisation located in another programme country.
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