Within the framework of the project “UNIVERSITIES FOR INNOVATION”, managed and promoted by the SEND Mobility Consortium, SEND awards 60 mobility grants for traineeships for students enrolled at one of the partner universities participating in this call (Art. 2). Thesis research activities are also eligible.
The project is funded by the European programme Erasmus+ KA1 – Mobility for Higher Education Students (Project Ref. No. 2025-1-IT02-KA131-HED-000327700).
WHO CAN APPLY?
Students who are duly enrolled at the universities participating in this call (see Art. 2) are eligible to apply:
- University of Naples Federico II
- University of Ferrara
- Marche Polytechnic University
- University of Padua
- University of Palermo
- University of Pisa
- University of Bari Aldo Moro
- University of Rome Tor Vergata
- University of Parma
- University of Catania
- Ca’ Foscari University of Venice
DURATION OF THE MOBILITY
Minimum duration: 60 days
Maximum duration: 90 days
The mobility period must take place between 15 September 2026 and 28 February 2027. It is possible to extend the mobility period by requesting an extension during the traineeship; however, additional funding is not guaranteed.
MOBILITY GRANTS
The call aims at funding mobility experiences to foster the development of professional skills related to the field of Social, Technological, and Economic Innovation. This is understood as a set of activities, strategies, and innovative ideas aimed at triggering economic, social, and technological development within the dual green and digital transition.
Visit the Innovation Library to learn more.
HOW TO APPLY
- DOWNLOAD AND CAREFULLY READ THE CALL (ITA–ENG)
- PREPARE THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
- Annex 1 – Certificate of enrolment for the academic year 2025–2026
- Annex 2 – Transcript of records (electronic student record)
- Annex 3 – Curriculum Vitae in English
- Annex 4 – Motivation letter in English addressed to SEND
- Annex 5 – Proof of English language proficiency
- Annex 6 – Self-declaration confirming eligibility requirements (to be downloaded from the attachments)
- Annex 7 (optional) – Letter of availability from the host organisation (template available amongst the attachments)
- COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
Note: Make sure all documents are correct before submitting your application. Applications must be submitted via the online form with all required attachments.
TYPES OF MOBILITY
Eligible mobilities include physical and blended mobility (virtual + physical). Fully virtual mobilities are not eligible.
DEADLINE
13 May 2026 at 14:00 (CET)
SELECTION RESULTS
Results will be published on SEND website and on the Mobility Platform (candidates will also be notified by email) between 8 and 10 June 2026.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Please consult the FAQ section or contact us at: mobility@sendsicilia.it
The call is also available on SEND website, at this link.
An online info day will also be held on Wednesday, 22 April, from 11:00 to 13:00. Here you are the link to participate: https://meet.google.com/zzq-ogpb-azc
ATTACHMENTS:
ANNEX 6_Self-declaration about requirements_EN
ALL_7_Template Letter of availability from host organization (optional)