Our Mission
EURO PRACTICUM is an
independent non-profit organization, located in Gouda, the
Netherlands. We provide a service of finding international
internships for students from different countries. As an organization
we feel that it is important for young people to develop their work
experiences and learn about foreign cultures. Therefore, we pride
ourselves in matching student candidates with practical training
placements in Europe and North America.
Our Experience
Since 1993, EURO
PRACTICUM has placed an average of 80 students per year. In the past
five years, we have built a solid reputation for placing highly
motivated and well-qualified students within a wide range of
companies and organizations throughout Europe, the USA and South
Africa. Through the years, our contacts between Universities and
Colleges has increased, as well as our extensive network of companies
and corporations.
What can EURO
PRACTICUM do for you?
Find Practical Training Placements in Europe, Canada, the USA and South-Africa
Provide Graduation Thesis in Germany and the Netherlands
Postgraduate Training Programmes in Germany and the Netherlands
Summer jobs in Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and France
How does EURO
PRACTICUM work?
EURO PRACTICUM works
together with major universities, colleges and professional partner
organizations in several countries to find international internships.
We have placed students in many different countries with renowned
international companies, including: BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Bosch,
Kärcher, Siemens, Telecom Companies, Banks and Insurance
Companies, as well as midsize and small companies.
Our Limitations
Due to our location in
the Netherlands, our services are primarily limited to those students
who are prepared to come to our office in Amsterdam for the
selection, screening and intake procedures. However, in the USA,
Canada and Spain, we work together with partner organizations who
select and screen students for us. Go to Contact Information for more details.
General Conditions
When applying for an
internship in a foreign country, please consider that employers in
other countries have different expectations of foreign students, and
that you will be competing with native students. Average wages in
different countries also vary, and it is important to understand and
accept what the financial possibilities are of the country that you
choose to do your placement in. In addition, not every employer is
prepared to give students compensation for their work placement.
Euro Practicum does not receive financial compensation, therefore we have to charge you for our expenses incurred in providing our service to you. In return we make sure that we select a company that will compensate you for your living expenses. The compensation amount you will receive depends on:
your field of study
the country in which you want to do your internship
the policy of the company you want to work at
your abilities, skills and presentation
The time that is needed to find your placement varies according to what country you would like to work in. If you are a European student you must apply at least six months prior to desired commencement of the internship for placements within Europe, and at least one year before desired placement commencement within North America. If you are from the US or Canada, you must apply at least one year prior to desired commencement of the internship for placements within Europe.
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