Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs — Business Exchange

The Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) program is a funded cross-border exchange that gives new and aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced business owners across Europe. Whether you are actively planning a new venture or have recently started one, the program matches you with an established host entrepreneur in another participating country for a period of one to six months. During the exchange, you work side-by-side on real projects, allowing you to build practical business skills, discover new international markets, and refine your business plan with direct feedback from someone who has already built a successful company.

For new entrepreneurs, the benefit goes far beyond mentorship—the EU provides a monthly financial grant to cover living and travel expenses, making international mobility accessible. Host entrepreneurs gain fresh ideas, specialized skills, and an insider entry point into your home country's market at no added cost. For example, a web designer from Spain planning to launch an agency can move to Germany for three months to shadow the CEO of a digital firm, learning how to pitch large clients and manage operations. In exchange, the German host gains direct insight into the Spanish market and help with localized marketing strategies.