International Mobility Intelligence
Research reports, policy analysis, and practical guides for universities, governments, and placement professionals navigating the global student mobility landscape.
The Erasmus+ Effect: What the Data Actually Shows
15 million participants, EUR 26.2 billion committed for 2021–2027, and a 50% lower long-term unemployment rate for graduates. But how much of the programme's impact is genuinely measured, and how much is institutional storytelling? A rigorous look at what the evidence actually says.
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International Intern Onboarding Checklist for European Companies (2026)
Step-by-step HR checklist for onboarding an international intern in Europe: contracts, permits, learning agreements, insurance, day-one setup, and compliance. Covers all major European destinations.
How to Host an International Intern in Europe in 2026: A Complete Guide for Companies
Everything European companies need to know about hosting international interns in 2026: permits, pay rules, and how to find the right candidate.
Best European Cities for English-Speaking Interns in Summer 2026
From Amsterdam to Lisbon -- the 7 best European cities where you can intern in English in 2026, with real costs, top sectors, and how competitive each market is.
EU Internship Stipends by Country 2026: What Students Can Actually Expect
Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Italy -- what does a paid internship actually pay in 2026? Country-by-country data on stipends, legal minimums, and Erasmus+ top-ups.
The Erasmus+ Traineeship Coordinator's Handbook: Building Placements That Actually Work
A practical guide for Erasmus+ traineeship coordinators: how to vet placement partners, structure learning agreements, improve student outcomes, and build a programme that runs itself.
KU Leuven's Approach to International Internship Mobility
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The State of International Internships in Poland: 2026 Outlook
Poland sends ~15,000 students abroad on Erasmus+ each year, yet receives far more than it sends. A data-driven analysis of Polish student mobility trends, top sectors, and what institutional…
The Future of International Student Mobility: 5 Trends Shaping 2026–2030
From AI-assisted placement matching to micro-mobility and emerging destinations, five evidence-backed trends that will define international student mobility between now and 2030.
Why Companies Should Host International Interns: The Business Case
International interns bring market insights, language skills, and fresh perspectives that domestic interns often can
European Youth Mobility: Trends, Barriers, and Opportunities
Only 9.4% of European graduates participate in international mobility despite a 20% Bologna target. A data analysis of who goes abroad, who doesn
Work-Integrated Learning Across Borders: The Evidence Base
What does the research actually say about work-integrated learning outcomes? OECD evidence on international WIL, assessment frameworks, and how leading universities are structuring cross-border…
Duty of Care: How Institutions Can Protect Students During International Placements
International placements create legal and ethical duty-of-care obligations for sending institutions. A practical guide to insurance requirements, emergency protocols, mental health support, and…
Every Major Student Mobility Programme in 2026: A Complete Guide
A complete guide to every major student mobility programme in 2026 — Erasmus+, Turing Scheme, SEMP, IISMA, DAAD, Campus France, Nuffic, and more. Budgets, eligibility, and how each can fund…
A University's Guide to International Internship Partnerships
What to look for in an international internship placement partner — tripartite agreements, ECTS integration, due diligence frameworks, and the case for centralised partnerships.
International Experience and Graduate Employability: What Employers Actually Want
What does international experience actually do for graduate employability? QS, Eurobarometer, and employer survey data on the skills gap, salary premiums, and what hiring managers are really…
The State of International Internships in 2026
A data-driven overview of the international internship market in 2026 — size, growth trajectories, COVID
The Erasmus+ Effect: What the Data Actually Shows
An evidence-based analysis of Erasmus+ outcomes — employment rates, salary premiums, entrepreneurship data, and what the programme
What We Write About
Research and analysis for professionals working at the intersection of higher education, labour markets, and international mobility.
Erasmus+ & Policy
Programme updates, Bologna Process analysis, national mobility schemes, and compliance requirements across 16 markets.
Market Intelligence
Destination market reports, cost indices, employer demand signals, sector analysis, and student pipeline data.
Student Outcomes
Employment data, salary benchmarks, skill acquisition research, and long-term career impact from mobility programmes.
University Practice
Partnership models, documentation frameworks, programme alignment guides, and duty-of-care best practices.
Employer Research
Hiring manager surveys, talent acquisition trends, and the ROI of international internship hosting programmes.
Future Trends
Where student mobility is heading — emerging destinations, micro-mobility, AI-assisted placement, and platform consolidation.
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