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EUROPE

Civically engaged, culturally diverse
and brimming with fresh perspectives

FIND OUT WHAT THE EU CAN OFFER
YOUTH

Dream big.
Act now.

Jump in on new exchanges and programmes, talk about real issues and get first-hand experience changing the world.

Find out more about EU initiatives from study, travel and volunteering, to work and civic engagement.

Dream big.
Act now.

Jump in on new exchanges and programmes, talk about real issues and get first-hand experience changing the world.

Find out more about EU initiatives from study, travel and volunteering, to work and civic engagement.

TRAVEL

DiscoverEU
with a free train travel pass for you and your friends

The DiscoverEU pass lets you travel across the continent. It's your chance to meet new people and experience Europe in all its diversity.

Everything you need to prepare your trip is in our info-kit, check it out!

LEARN

young people studying together

The Erasmus+ programme offers you the chance to study and learn across the EU.

It's a way to discover a new culture, to learn a new language and to meet great people along the way.

It's a moment that will stay with you for the rest of your life,
so
what are you waiting for?

NEW
PLACES

With around 6,000 institutions in 33 countries, you can find the perfect one to complement your learning experience.

NEW
LANGUAGES

Learn a new language and open yourself up to another culture within the Union. Your future fluency starts today.

NEW
FRIENDS

Erasmus isn't just about your school - it's the time to find lifelong friends all across the EU. Maybe you’ll be the 1 in 5 to find a partner during your Erasmus+ studies.

WORK

Find a traineeship abroad

If you are ready to jump into a new job or upskill, the EU has opportunities for everyone.

At the Erasmus+ programme, we provide traineeships abroad in a wide range of fields for people in vocational education, training and in higher education as well as for recent graduates. Maybe you’ll be one of the 2 out of 5 to receive a job offer at the end of your training!

Did you know, there are even programmes tailored to specific job sectors such as Young Journalists in Europe?

Already have your own business or thinking of starting one?

Even entrepreneurs can take their business abroad. With Erasmus+ for young entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners can take their ideas abroad.


Not sure where to start?
Update with your CV via
Europass.

Find a traineeship abroad

If you are ready to jump into a new job or upskill, the EU has opportunities for everyone.

At the Erasmus+ programme, we provide traineeships abroad in a wide range of fields for people in vocational education, training and in higher education as well as for recent graduates. Maybe you’ll be one of the 2 out of 5 to receive a job offer at the end of your training!

Did you know, there are even programmes tailored to specific job sectors such as Young Journalists in Europe?

Already have your own business or thinking of starting one?

Even entrepreneurs can take their business abroad. With Erasmus+ for young entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners can take their ideas abroad.


Not sure where to start?
Update with your CV via
Europass.

Volunteer across borders

Offer a hand in your community or abroad through the European Solidarity Corps.

Be it disaster relief or promoting gender equality, your work can make a difference at home and abroad. This is your chance to bring positive change while developing your skills.

What’s in it for you?

With the European Solidarity Corps, you don’t just discover a new country, you discover more about yourself, too.

Take full advantage of European citizenship and live in another country; you'll remember it for the rest of your life.

United by choice, together through action.

Volunteer across borders

Offer a hand in your community or abroad through the European Solidarity Corps.

Be it disaster relief or promoting gender equality, your work can make a difference at home and abroad. This is your chance to bring positive change while developing your skills.

What’s in it for you?

With the European Solidarity Corps, you don’t just discover a new country, you discover more about yourself, too.

Take full advantage of European citizenship and live in another country; you'll remember it for the rest of your life.

United by choice, together through action.

ENGAGE

Here's your call to be an active citizen.

The EU wants young people to influence and shape policies and decision-making. 

Engage directly with Commissioners and express your views at Youth Policy Dialogues.

Or join your local EU Youth Dialogue groups and present a joint message at the EU Youth Conference.

Here's your call to be an active citizen.

The EU wants young people to influence and shape policies and decision-making. 

Engage directly with Commissioners and express your views at Youth Policy Dialogues.

Or join your local EU Youth Dialogue groups and present a joint message at the EU Youth Conference.

It's the time for action

For nearly 40 years, Erasmus+ has brought people and cultures together.

So, don't wait.

Take a train, meet new friends, and thrive in your community.  

Whatever your aspirations,
the EU has your back! 

Find out more about the opportunities that await you.

For nearly 40 years, Erasmus+ has brought people and cultures together.

So, don't wait.

Take a train, meet new friends, and thrive in your community. 

Whatever your aspirations, the EU has your back! 

Find out more about the opportunities that await you.