Programmes

EURES Targeted Mobility Scheme

The EURES Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS) is a European Union programme that supports people aged 18 and over who wish to work in another European country, Norway or Iceland. In addition to providing access to job opportunities across Europe, the programme offers personalised guidance and financial support. Depending on your situation, funding may be available to help cover costs such as travel and relocation expenses, language courses, or the recognition of qualifications. In Luxembourg, you can search for job opportunities directly on the EURES portal or contact an EURES adviser at ADEM for guidance on your mobility project and information about the financial support available. Contact at ADEM – EURES Sandy Da Silva 13A, rue de Bitbourg, L-1273 Luxembourg (Hamm) Tel.: (+352) 247 88888 Email: sandy.dasilva@adem.etat.lu

The Junior Technical Assistants Programme (ATJ) by LuxDev

The Junior Technical Assistants Programme (ATJ), managed by LuxDev, offers young people the opportunity to gain professional experience in the field of development cooperation by contributing directly to a Luxembourg Cooperation project or programme. After approximately one month of training at LuxDev’s headquarters in Luxembourg, participants are assigned for one year to a partner country of the Luxembourg Cooperation. The placement may be extended for a second or third year. Applicants must: • be under 31 years old; • be Luxembourg nationals or have resided in Luxembourg for at least five years; • hold at least a Bachelor’s degree, Master Craftsperson Certificate or Higher Technician Certificate (BTS). Vacancies are generally published once a year, around April or May. Interested candidates are encouraged to check the LuxDev recruitment page and LuxDev’s social media channels regularly. More information about the programme is available on the LuxDev website.

More information and organisations active in this field

National Employment Agency (ADEM) - (Agence pour le développement de l'emploi)

The National Employment Agency is the contact point for employees. ADEM is under the authority of the Ministry of Labour, Employment and the Social and Solidarity Economy as a reference partner on the Luxembourg labour market. ADEM offers personalised and free services for jobseekers and employers.

National Guidance Centre Luxembourg - Maison d’Orientation

The National Guidance Center is a one stop-shop serving as a comprehensive online source for teenagers and young adults, facing the transition from school education into occupational education and the world of work. You can find an extensive database of different professions and job profiles.

LuxDev

LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, implements development cooperation programmes and projects on behalf of the Luxembourg government in partner countries around the world. Its activities cover areas such as education and training, health, inclusive growth, climate action and sustainable development. LuxDev also offers international opportunities for young people, allowing them to gain professional experience abroad and contribute directly to development cooperation projects, notably through programmes such as the Junior Technical Assistants (ATJ).

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All the information about pupils and students who are enrolled in Luxembourg and wish to work.

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