Students and jobseekers in tourism

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Explore a diverse and rewarding career path in tourism

The EU offers various initiatives for student exchanges and mobility programmes, alongside funding for skills development and job placement services, to bolster careers in tourism. Discover opportunities in the vast EU tourism sector, which generates millions of jobs every year. Enjoy a career that adapts to your growth, offering diverse roles and ample training options.

EURES

With over 4 million job vacancies across Europe, EURES is the best place to search for tourism jobs. This is more than just a job portal. EURES Advisers offer free career, legal and social security advice, organise job fairs, help with reviewing and translating CVs and more!

Erasmus+

The Erasmus+ programme provides funding for students to study, train, or undertake work placements in other EU countries. Through Erasmus+, tourism students can gain international experience, develop their language skills, and network with professionals from other countries.

Europass

Europass offers online tools and resources to guide you through your learning and career journey, whether you're studying, starting your first job, or seeking new opportunities. It helps you clearly communicate your skills and qualifications across Europe. Provided by the European Commission, Europass is free of charge and available in 31 languages.

Recognition of your qualifications

The EU is working hard to make it easier for citizens to have their qualifications recognised across borders. The Bologna Process aims to harmonise European higher education, promoting mobility and mutual recognition of qualifications. This page explains the different types of qualifications, the process of recognition and the resources available to help you navigate the system.

European Solidarity Corps (ESC)

The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is a voluntary service programme that invites young people aged 18-30 to volunteer in projects addressing societal challenges across the EU. Although not strictly focused on tourism, the ESC often offers opportunities related to sustainable, social or cultural tourism.

Tourism Skills Lab toolkit

Designed by the EU-funded Next Tourism Generation Alliance, the Tourism Skills Lab toolkit allows you to discover what skills will be needed in your job in the future, how your current qualifications compare to demand, and how to improve them.

Download this brochure on your rights. And learn more about what the EU can do for other tourism actors below.