 Work experience in Portugal:
Welcome to Lisbon
Lisbon is Portugal’s capital city, and also its largest. With a healthy economy and high standard of living, the city ranks just behind Madrid and Barcelona as one of the strongest economic forces in the Iberian Peninsula.
In its 3000 year history, the city has been ruled by Romans, Moors, German tribes and Crusaders! Today, it stands as the political, economic and cultural centre of Portugal, playing host to numerous European and international events.
Meet Your Host Organisation
EUROYOUTH is an education and training organisation managing professional training programmes across the European Union. They work with a host of European training partners to give young adults the chance to learn a new language and gain valuable work experience in Portugal.
For more information, visit www.euroyouth.org
So – what can you expect during your 12-week placement in Lisbon?
Travel
Your air travel will be arranged by ETS. Many UK airports offer flights to Lisbon - but as we book according to price and availability, we find that London airports are generally the best choice.
On arrival at Lisbon Airport, you’ll be met by a Host Organiser who’ll accompany you to your accommodation...
Accommodation
You’ll be living on a self-catering basis in a shared house or apartment, either in Lisbon or further afield if your placement is outside the city. Accommodation varies, so you could be sharing with other participants, international students, or the owner of the property.
You’ll be responsible for cleaning your own room, and it should be left in good condition when you leave. You should also provide your own single sheets and towels – enough for the duration of your stay.
Please note: while we take care to place you in the best accommodation available, we do stress that living standards abroad are not always as high as in the UK. Accommodation can be basic, but we will make sure that it’s perfectly suited to your needs.
Language Course
Your programme begins with a 2 week language course in Lisbon. Classes cater for all abilities, from beginner to degree level, and tutors will aim to take your personal needs into account.
The course runs for 4 hours per day, from Monday to Friday. This is a key part of your placement, so attendance is compulsory.
Work Experience
Once your language course is completed, your work experience begins. Your placement will last for 10 weeks, in and around Lisbon.
Choosing your work placement
You’ll find all kinds of industries and work experience in Lisbon. Selection is based on your language skills, past experience and qualifications - as well as your personal interests and future aspirations.
At the moment we have work experience placements running in these – and other - sectors:
- Scientific research: water, chemical, micro biology
- IT: engineering, web design, programming
- Hospitality
- Design: graphic, industrial & architectural
- Tourism
- Arts & Cultural organisations
- Media & Events
- Marketing & PR
- Audiovisual
- Health Care, social work & psychology
- Sports and Fitness
- Nursing
- Administrative: Human resources, accountancy
- Environment
- Animal protection
- NGOs
- Food and wine production
Outside Lisbon, we can arrange placements in:
- Agriculture
- Oceanography
- Mechanical Engineering
All these industries can offer you extensive opportunities. And naturally, new market sectors are always being explored...
Don’t forget, your placement is about more than work experience. As you’ll discover here, there’s always something to see and do in Lisbon!
To arrange a work placement in Lisbon:
apply here
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