Belgium is a relatively small European country located in Western Europe, between France and the Netherlands. It is densely populated with around 11 million people. Belgium is the heir of several former Medieval powers, and you will see traces of these everywhere while visiting this country.
Placement in Belgium, a monarchy in the heart of Benelux-countries
In 1830, Belgium won its independence from the Dutch as a result of an uprising by the people. A constitutional monarchy was established in 1831, with a monarch invited in from the House of Saxe-Coburg Gotha in Germany. Belgium is a hereditary constitutional monarchy. The current monarch is King Filip, who took the oath of office on July 21, 2013.
An internship in Brussels, Belgium, home of the EU, three languages and good beer
Belgium is a founding member of the European Union and is also home to the headquarters of the European Union and NATO (among many other major international organizations). Belgium has three official languages, with around 60% of the people speaking Dutch, 40% French and a small minority speaking German. The country is also very well known for its beers. There are actually 178 breweries in Belgium. Tasty fries, warm waffles, local beer and of course Belgian chocolate, what more do you need? And to make it even better for you, every year between the 11th and 14th of September you can visit the Eat! Brussels food festival and discover more from the delicious local cuisine of Belgium that will make your head spin.
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Internship Fields Available in Belgium
Spain Internship offers placements in various fields in Belgium. Our positions are most frequently in the areas of:
- Marketing and Business
- Tourism and Hotel Management
- Economics and Finance
- IT and Telecoms
- Web design
- and more
Benefits of the Placements
The majority of our placements in Belgium are paid positions. Only a small number of them are unpaid. However, all of our positions offer a great opportunity to gain practical experience and knowledge essential for anyone's CV. It also provides a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a new language and culture.
Duration of the Internships
The length of the placements we offer in Belgium vary depending on what sector the position is in and what type of service you avail of. Positions in the Hospitality & Tourism field can last from 8 weeks to 6 months. Positions in the Business sector will typically last for 3 to 12 months. However, those who decide to use our premium service may be able to get internships of a shorter length in this sector.
Documentation: What you need to know to prepare for your internship in Belgium!
EU citizens: If you are an EU citizen you will not need a Visa to come to Belgium. All you will need to do is to register in the municipality of the relevant city and get your student citizens number! Non-EU citizens: If you are not an EU citizen you may need to obtain a Visa before coming to Belgium.
How do we work?
The Student Mobility group has a strong understanding of the EU labour market and application process, enabling you to find an appropriate internship/training position. You name a business field and geographical region, and we will take care of the rest! Application takes from a few days to several weeks depending on the time of the year and cases, do not hesitate to ask our agent.
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Location: Brussels, Gent, Antwerp and others!
This program includes:
- Step-by-step guidance during the application process
- Help with resume and cover letter writing according to Belgium format
- Internship - Training Placement search and guidance
- Tips in obtaining a student visa
- Guidance and advice on housing, language school (if desired), etc.
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Requirements for all participants who want to apply for these program in Belgium
The academic field of study, major, qualification and work experience must correspond to the desired sphere of the Internship and the level of English must meet requirements to perform successfully in the proposed intern/training position.
Compensation
The compensation varies by company and depends on the business field, participants’ work experience and other factors. In the hospitality sector, some companies may assist with housing and/or transportation. A modest stipend is not uncommon but depends on the length of your stay and your profile. We review individually all the cases.
Accommodation
Spain Internship advises you about different types of accommodation and provides information about affordable housing options that are available and assists you in finding the most suitable one. We also provide a list of cheap hotels to house you on your first few days upon the arrival. The cost of stay directly depends on geographical region and location. In Belgium, a modest room in a shared apartment will typically cost around €300-€600 per month depending on the area. An apartment in Belgium will usually cost between €800 - €1100 per month depending on the location.
For an additional fee, we will work on your personal list of housing options based on your individual needs and budget. We can arrange showings, so you can simply choose the most appropriate one for you. We understand that arriving in a new country or city is often scary and intimidating. So we work hard to make this transition as smooth as possible.
English Language Course (optional)
Although good English language proficiency is required, many participants may wish to sharpen their language skills. There are a lot of English language schools that are much more affordable than those offered in domestic catalogues. The Student Mobility group helps you to find an appropriate language school, which suits you best.
Program in Belgium application process
- Application – Apply in the following link: Apply for our premium programs
- Program Registration fee – To confirm registration, Spain Internship collects the application fee from a student. The registration fee is €150
- Skype Admittance Consultation – The candidate will partake in a Skype consultation with one of our agents and solve any questions as well as confirm requirements and criteria.
- Internship proposal.
- Final Payment - 440 €
- Documentation
- Placement Process
Pricing
Internship or Training Placement
The following price is for individuals. In case you want to get a group quotation, contact us.
| Deposit | 150 € |
| Rest of the fees | 440 € |
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