What is an Erasmus+ Work Placement?

An Erasmus+ work placement is a funded period of professional experience in a real workplace abroad. Students are matched to an employer in their field, work alongside permanent staff with genuine daily responsibilities, and live with a host family for the duration.

Placement programmes can run from 14 days to 6 months or more.

Each participant returns home with real professional experience on their CV, a level of English they could not have gained in a classroom, and friendships that last long after the placement ends.

Our Destinations

  • Portsmouth, UK
  • London, UK
  • Brighton, UK
  • Southampton, UK
  • Cork, Ireland
  • Limerick, Ireland
  • Valencia, Spain

Available Sectors for Work Placements

  • Accountancy and Finance
  • Administration and Secretarial

  • Agriculture and Horticulture

  • Architecture and Construction
  • Business and Commerce
  • Catering and Hospitality
  • Education and Childcare
  • Electronics and Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering and Mechanical
  • Event Management
  • Fashion and Textiles
  • Food and Beverage
  • Graphic Design and Photography
  • Healthcare and Nursing
  • IT and Digital
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Media and Communications
  • Printing and Publishing
  • Social Care and Voluntary
  • Sports and Leisure

  • Theatre, Music, and Arts

  • Tourism and Travel
  • Transport and Logistics
  • 3D Modelling and Design Technology

Who Is This For?

Individuals and groups from age 16 and up learning at one of the following institutions:

  • Schools

  • VET Colleges

  • Universities

  • Apprenticeship Providers

  • Youth Organisations

  • Adult Education Centres

  • Training Organisations

  • Professional Associations

How Does Each Project Work?

  • 1
    We gather project details and individual participant information from your organisation
  • 2
    We source, match and confirm work placements tailored to each participant’s sector, language level and skills
  • 3

    We arrange accommodation, airport transfers, local transport passes, SIM cards and everything else you need

  • 4

    On arrival day we greet every participant or group personally and accompany them to their accommodation

  • 5

    On the first working day we hold a welcome meeting and cultural workshop at our office and accompany participants to their employer to make the introduction

  • 6

    Throughout the placement we run weekly welfare meetings and social events to keep participants supported

  • 7
    At the end of the programme we hold an official certificate ceremony to celebrate every participant’s achievement

What Are The Benefits of Doing a Work Placement Abroad?

  • Real professional experience in an international workplace

  • Genuine language practice through full immersion

  • Confidence, independence and cultural adaptability

  • Develop an international professional network

  • You get a sneak-peek of what it is like to work in your sector

  • Experience different cultures while developing valuable career-ready skills
  • Increase adaptability and problem-solving abilities in real situations

Real People, Real Impact.

Feedback from Participants

“Thanks to the IBD Office I had a great experience here in Portsmouth because I had the chance to meet other guys like me and enjoy the time together with them. I also had the pleasure to know very kind and available people not only from the office but also from the family that hosted me and the workplace. Thank you for making this experience special!”

Davide, Italy

“It has been a great experience, I have learned lots and gained confidence. The IBD has been very helpful and supportive. Portsmouth is a great city with loads of interesting attractions and historic landmarks, I highly recommend this experience to others”

Eric Wold, Germany
“I did an exchange with them and I had a great time, all the staff were really helpful”
Elisa, Italy

“I had a really good experience with IBD Partnership! Everything with my host family was super well organized, and I always felt welcome and supported. The communication was great, they replied quickly and were always friendly and helpful.
Overall, a really nice organization with great people. Totally recommend it!”

Joel, Belgium

“I completed a four-week internship in Portsmouth. The internship was very well organized and I gained a lot of new experience. I always had a contact person on site if I had any questions or problems.”

Anna, Austria
“I really love the people that work IBD. Had a AWESOME experience and the work placement was amazing.”
Vaclav, Czech Republic

“I did my internship with IBD Partnership in England and it was an excellent experience. I felt very well supported, gained valuable insights, and always felt comfortable. I can highly recommend it!”

Bennet, Germany