University of Twente - Erasmus+ Traineeship Scholarship

Benefit: what you get

University of Twente (UT) students doing an internship or graduation project abroad receive EUR 480-540 per month through the EU's Erasmus+ programme. The rate depends on where you go: EUR 540/month in higher-cost countries (such as Germany, France, Ireland or Sweden) and EUR 480/month in medium- or lower-cost countries (such as Spain, Poland or Croatia). Funding is capped at 2 months per degree phase (Bachelor or Master); this cap was tightened for academic year 2026-2027.

You also receive a one-off travel allowance based on the distance between Enschede and your placement location, ranging from EUR 28 (10-99 km) to EUR 580 (3,000-3,999 km). Destinations under 10 km from Enschede receive no travel allowance. If you travel more than half the journey by train, bus, bike or carpooling, a higher green-travel rate applies.

Two top-ups are available if you qualify. Students with financial barriers (low income or welfare support) receive an extra EUR 250/month; eligibility is verified through a Dutch DUO statement. Students with a disability or health limitation also qualify for this EUR 250/month top-up. Students with a disability who have additional travel costs can also claim a one-off EUR 100 inclusion supplement.

Eligibility

• University: You are enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Twente.
• Degree credit: Your traineeship counts formally towards your UT programme, either as an internship or a graduation assignment.
• Programme approval: Your UT degree programme has approved the traineeship before you apply.
• Bachelor students: You have earned at least 60 ECTS credits before the traineeship starts.
• Duration: Your placement lasts at least 2 months (60 days).
• Destination: You go to one of the 32 participating Erasmus+ countries (across Europe, including Turkey and North Macedonia), but not your own country of nationality.
• Host: You can go to a company, university, research centre or similar organisation. EU institutions and bodies managing EU funds are excluded. If you are on a joint or double degree, the partner university in that programme is also excluded.
• Field of study: Open to all fields.
• Nationality: All nationalities are welcome.

How to apply

Once your programme has approved your traineeship, apply through Mobility Online, UT's student mobility portal. Your application must be complete at least 4 weeks before your departure date.