European Union funded Internships
Twin Work & Volunteer Abroad is working in partnership with the European Union to offer Leonardo da Vinci language and internship programmes. Twin Work & Volunteer Abroad has been awarded funding for 365 internships for group departures to Europe in 2008.
What do I pay?
£0. Nada. Rien. Nichts. Niente. NOTHING - this is a fully funded programme by the EU
What’s included?
• Return flights from the UK
• Accommodation
• Internship placement
• Language course
• Local travel card
• Insurance
• 24hr support
• Certification
Internship placements available in the following industries:
• Travel & Tourism (inc. hotel/catering)
• Business Administration
• Retail
• Information and communications technology
• Marketing & Sales
• Finance
• Media & PR
• Journalism & Reporting
• Health Care
• Child Care & Youth Services
• Music & Performing Arts
• Teaching & Training
• Manual Trades
• Medical Services
• Sport & Fitness
• Design (fashion, textile, graphic).
What will I do?
An appropriate internship will be arranged for you, subject to your language ability, qualifications and work experience.
Where and when can I go?
• Austria
• Czech Republic
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Ireland
• Italy
• Malta
• Netherlands
• Portugal
• Romania
• Spain
When can I go?
There are numerous departure dates throughout 2008.
How long are the programmes?
We currently offer 2 programmes:
• HORIZONS - 14 week programme
• COMPASS – 10 week programme
Both programmes include 1-week language course – all for FREE
Do I have to speak the host country language?
Not necessarily. Foreign language skills are required in certain destinations, although English is appropriate in other countries.
Who is eligible for a Leonardo funded place?
At the time of departure you must be over 18, a citizen of an EU country, resident in the UK, you must also be able to commit the 10 or 14 weeks, attend an interview in London, be open and flexible.
Ok, but what's the catch?
There really isn't one. This is a fully funded European Union internship programme.
How can I apply?
Simply go to www.workandvolunteer.com and follow the links to Leonardo da Vinci to complete the online application form.
For any further queries, please email us at leonardo@twinuk.com or call us on 020 8297 3261 if you would like to discuss the programme in greater detail.
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