EYE has been a great opportunity to gain practical knowledge and develop key skills with the help of experts. Thanks to this experience, I’ve expanded my network and discovered new ideas to grow my business – DT, new entrepreneur
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) is the EU’s largest entrepreneurship and startup program, facilitating international exchanges with established entrepreneurs across Europe.
Through stays ranging from 1 to 6 months, new entrepreneurs gain hands-on experience, expand their professional network, and develop their business ideas in a real-world environment all with the support of a monthly financial grant. At the same time, host entrepreneurs benefit from the exchange of talent and fresh ideas, as well as new international connections.
A real experience
Entrepreneurship isn’t just about having a good idea. It’s about understanding how a business works in practice. EYE is not a theoretical course or an academic scholarship. It’s a real learning experience, designed for people who want to start a business with more confidence and fewer mistakes.
Practical learning
Learn in a real company about management, marketing, sales, operations, internationalization or innovation.
Learn in a real company about management, marketing, sales, operations, internationalization or innovation.
Real mentoring
Receive direct guidance from an experienced entrepreneur, applied to your own idea or project.
Receive direct guidance from an experienced entrepreneur, applied to your own idea or project.
International network
Expand your professional network across Europe and open the door to future collaborations.
Expand your professional network across Europe and open the door to future collaborations.
Financial support
Receive a monthly financial allowance to cover part of your living expenses abroad.
Receive a monthly financial allowance to cover part of your living expenses abroad.
17
years
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15000
exchanges
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28000
new entrepreneurs
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45
countries
Open orientation sessions
In these informational sessions we explain what the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme consists of, the steps to follow to participate and the key aspects to keep in mind during the registration process. We will also talk about how to prepare a good business plan, what types of Host Entrepreneurs (HE) may best fit your project, and we will answer the most frequently asked questions from interested applicants.
You can attend with no commitment:
What destination can you go to?
You can carry out your stay in more than 45 countries.
From innovative startups to established SMEs in technology, creative, industrial or digital sectors.
Each exchange is designed on a personalized basis so that the experience has a real impact on your professional development.
- Learn directly from someone who has already built a business.
- Discover how real decisions are made in a company.
- Gain international vision and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Get ready to launch or grow your own project.
Is EYE for you?
You can be part of the programme if:
✔️ You are seriously planning to start your own business and have a concrete idea set out in a business plan.
✔️ You have started your business in the last 3 years.
✔️ You permanently reside in one of the participating countries.
✔️ You are motivated to have an international experience and collaborate with an entrepreneur from another European country.
✔️ You are willing to get actively involved and contribute your skills to the host business.
There is no age limit and projects from any sector are welcome.
Testimonials from Our Entrepreneurs
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Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or EISMEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
