The European Commission provides funding for research and innovation through the Horizon Europe program and other EU initiatives. Opportunities cover climate, health, regional development, and sustainable development.
Scholarships & grants Grant / scholarship
A one-year leadership and learning program for young people from the 13 Overseas Countries and Territories associated with the EU, aimed at strengthening the partnership between the EU and these territories.
Internships Free Hybrid
The MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 programme from the European Commission offers funding to establish international doctoral training programmes and recruit candidates worldwide. The programme aims to develop the next generation of researchers.
Scholarships & grants Grant / scholarship Online
For undergraduate students of US colleges and universities only: one team of 3-4 students per institution, registered by a faculty advisor. This is a competition by the EU Delegation to the USA: teams research a given topic on transatlantic relations, present their proposals to a jury for 10 minutes, and answer questions for 10 minutes. The preliminary round is held online; 15 teams advance to the semi-finals in Washington D.C. with travel and accommodation covered, and the winning team receives a four-day trip to Brussels. Registration for the 2027 competition is open, with no announced deadline.
Case championships Free United States
The Scaleup Europe Fund (SEF) is a €5 billion fund designed to accelerate the growth of Europe's high-potential technology companies. The fund provides capital for scaling and developing innovative businesses.
Scholarships & grants Grant / scholarship
The ERC Starting Grant is a prestigious opportunity for early-career researchers (0-10 years post-PhD) to receive funding for frontier research in any scientific field.
Scholarships & grants Grant / scholarship Online
The European Youth Foundation provides grants for youth initiatives aimed at strengthening democracy and human rights in Europe. The program supports projects that develop critical thinking and active participation of youth in democratic processes.
Scholarships & grants Grant / scholarship Online
The European Institute for Gender Equality invites young people from the EU to participate in the Gender Equality Forum 2026 in Brussels, offering financial support for participation.
Research conferences Grant / scholarship Belgium
Fully funded international volunteering program in Poland for young people aged 18-30 interested in community engagement and intercultural exchange. The program offers accommodation, meals, health insurance, and pocket money.
Free Poland
The European Studies Review Job Fair 2026 offers internships, traineeships, and career opportunities across Europe from leading European organizations.
Internships Online
