Programmes

EURODYSSEE Programme

Eurodyssée is a programme for young people aged between 18 and 30 years old, who are resident in one of the programme’s member regions. Under this programme, trainees are entitled to traineeships from three to seven months, language courses, accommodation, monthly allowance or salary, insurance cover, and certificates.In Cyprus, Eurodyssee is jointly managed by the Department of Labour (EURES Network) of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance and the Union of Cyprus Municipalities (UMC) and is co-funded by the Republic of Cyprus and the European Social Fund.

Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE)

EYE helps provide aspiring European entrepreneurs with the skills necessary to start and/or successfully run a small business in Europe. New entrepreneurs gather and exchange knowledge and business ideas with an experienced entrepreneur, with whom they stay and collaborate for a period of 1 to 6 months.

More information and organisations active in this field

IAESTE - Explore Internships

The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience is an NGO that offers paid internships abroad for students in technical, scientific, and engineering fields. To access these opportunities, you must create an account on the platform, apply to the available positions, and follow the selection process.

Interesting links

Erasmus Intern Traineeship Portal

The Erasmus Intern Network connects university students with companies and institutions for internships. Opportunities are available to students from the European Union and other Erasmus+ partner countries.

EU External Action Service Traineeship Opportunities

Looking for a challenging job in the field of external relations, foreign affairs and security? Search our database of available job opportunities for temporary positions, including contract agent posts, traineeships and secondments.

Internship in Permanent representation of the Republic of Cyprus to the EU

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus offers paid traineeship programmes at its Permanent Representation to the EU in Brussels, particularly in preparation for the 2026 Council Presidency.

Jobs and internships in the EU - Europe Direct Limassol

Information about career, traineeship and internship opportunities connected with the European Union — especially for young people and local residents interested in working or gaining experience at EU level or within EU‑related frameworks.