Erasmus internship: Charcuterie

The Erasmus Charcuterie Internship presents a unique opportunity for students in the fields of butchery, charcuterie, or catering to undergo a rewarding international experience. This program enables young professionals to acquire new skills, expand their professional network, and immerse themselves in a different culture.

What is the Erasmus Charcuterie Internship?

The Erasmus Charcuterie Internship is a European exchange program that provides students and young professionals in the butchery-charcuterie-catering sector the chance to undertake an internship abroad. It serves as an exceptional opportunity to receive training from experienced professionals in various European Union member countries

Objectives of the Erasmus Charcuterie Internship

This program aims to achieve several objectives:

• Familiarize students with various techniques and expertise in butchery, charcuterie, and catering.
• Strengthen the linguistic and intercultural skills of participants.
• Develop an international professional network that can be beneficial throughout students’ careers.
• Promote the mobility of apprentices and professionals in the butchery-charcuterie-catering sector.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the Erasmus Charcuterie Internship, certain conditions must be met:

1. Be a student or apprentice in the butchery, charcuterie, or catering sector.
2. Be between 18 and 30 years old.
3. Be enrolled in an educational institution or employed by a company participating in the Erasmus+ program.
4. Have a sufficient level of proficiency in the language of the host country (usually English).

Duration and Organization of the Internship

The duration of the internship varies based on the needs and availability of each participant but must fall within the range of 2 weeks to 12 months. During this period, interns will work within a company specializing in butchery, charcuterie, or catering, where they can apply their knowledge and develop new skills.

Funding and Support for Participants

The Erasmus+ program provides financial support to participants to cover a portion of the expenses associated with their stay. This funding includes:

• A contribution to travel and accommodation expenses abroad.
• A monthly allowance to assist with living expenses (accommodation, food, etc.).

Additionally, interns receive guidance for their professional project, with mentoring from a supervisor in the host company and ongoing support from their home institution throughout the internship.

Be part of this program offers numerous advantages, both professionally and personally:

• Gain internationally recognized professional experience valued in the job market.
• Develop essential technical and linguistic skills for success in the butchery-charcuterie-catering sector.
• Explore a new culture and open up to new perspectives.
• Build a professional network that will be beneficial throughout one’s career

Testimonials from Former Participants

Many students have undergone this unique experience and emerged with significant growth. Here are some testimonials from former participants:

“The Erasmus Charcuterie internship allowed me to discover new work techniques and enhance my skills in my profession. I also had the opportunity to improve my English and make unforgettable connections!” – Pierre, 23 years old, France

“My internship in Italy was an incredible experience! I learned a lot about Italian charcuterie and came back with numerous ideas to develop my future business. I highly recommend this program to all students in the sector!” – Marta, 25 years old, Spain

In summary, the Erasmus Charcuterie internship is an opportunity not to be missed for students in butchery, charcuterie, or catering looking to enrich their professional journey and undergo a unique international experience.