Germany
Paid by the hourProfile Graduate with a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field. Minimum age: 22.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €13.90 (R$86.11)/hour
For ages 18 to 29International Program · Trainee 2026
Live theEuropean experiencethat transforms your career
A paid internship for young people aged 18 to 29 at Europe’s leading agri-food powerhouses. A stipend of up to €2,500 (R$15,487)/month, subsidized accommodation and full visa support.
ICCE: exchange programs since 1978Stipend up to €2,500 (R$15,487)/monthVisa support included
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European countries
18–29
Age range (years)
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Years of ICCE experience
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Average stipend/month
(R$7,743)
Top Destinations
Requirements and pay vary by country; every destination follows European working standards, with ICCE support from start to finish.
All destinationsAges 18 to 29(some countries require a higher minimum age, shown on the card)Subsidized accommodation
Netherlands
Profile Enrolled student or recent graduate with a university degree in the field.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €1,700 (R$10,531)/month
Denmark
18-month programProfile Enrolled student with a related diploma or degree. IELTS certificate required.
- Duration
- 18 months
- Gross salary
- €1,600–€1,800 (R$9,912–11,150)/month
Spain
Now hiringProfile Enrolled student or recent graduate with a degree in a related field.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €1,300 (R$8,053)/month
Belgium & Luxembourg
Profile Enrolled student or recent graduate with a university degree in the field.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €2,100 (R$13,009)/month
Sweden
Profile Enrolled student or recent graduate with a diploma or degree in the field.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From SEK 17,000 (R$9,513)/month
Norway
Highest estimated payProfile Graduate with at least 3 years of related experience. Minimum age: 21.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From NOK 184 (R$107)/hour
Finland
Profile Enrolled student or recent graduate with a degree in a related field.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €1,200 (R$7,434)/month
Romania
Profile Graduate with a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field. Minimum age: 22.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Gross salary
- From €550 (R$3,407)/month
Two Core Pillars
We work in the European Union’s most in-demand technical and operational sectors.
Pillar
Animal Production
Hands-on FocusHands-on routines at high-tech European farms in pig, dairy and beef cattle, and poultry production.
Technical trainingAnimal welfare, biosecurity, artificial insemination and automated milking and feeding systems.
PigsDairy & BeefPoultryAnimal welfare
Pillar
Food & Production
Hands-on FocusExperience in processing plants, dairies, meat plants, chocolate, bakery and industrial production lines.
Technical trainingFood safety, European hygiene standards, HACCP, quality and production-line efficiency.
ProcessingQualityHACCPMaintenance
18–29years oldProgram age range
Requirements
Who can apply
Final-year students or recent graduates aged 18 to 29, with a degree in one of the fields below.
Eligible fields of study- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Science
- Agronomy
- Food Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Human Nutrition
- Mechanics & Maintenance
- Related fields
🎬 See it in action
How the program works
From first contact to departure — follow the whole journey
Paid Internship in Spain — Meat Industry
A chance for recent graduates to join a leading beef and pork processing company in Spain through a one-year paid internship (with the option to extend).
Salary & benefits
From €1,300/month = R$8,053.11/month, a 1-year paid internship with the option to extend, international experience and professional growth at a leading European company.
1 EUR = R$6.1947 · rate as of Nov 11, 2026, 11:01 PM BRT
Accommodation
Arranged by the employer, at an estimated cost of around €350 (R$2,168)/month.
Start
Applications are open. The full recruitment, visa and relocation process takes 4 to 5 months on average.
1 openingSpain
Veterinary Support
Female candidates from Peru who graduated within the last 18 months
Requirements
- Veterinary medicine or a related field
- Spanish
- Professional conduct and ethics
See responsibilities
- Assist the lead veterinarian
- Provide administrative support
- Organize audits and documentation
- Visit and support farm operations
1 openingSpain
Production Management Trainee
Candidates from Brazil or Peru who graduated within the last 18 months
Requirements
- Agricultural, Food or Production Engineering, or a related field
- Portuguese or Spanish
- Professional conduct and ethics
See responsibilities
- Learn every stage of the production process
- Work close to production lines and machinery
- Grow into a future management position
1 openingSpain
Industrial Maintenance Trainee
Candidates from Brazil or Peru who graduated within the last 18 months
Requirements
- Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Mechanics, Industrial Maintenance or a related field
- Portuguese or Spanish
- Professional conduct and ethics
See responsibilities
- Work alongside an experienced technician
- Support machine maintenance and repair
- Keep production equipment running efficiently
Required documents
- CV in the ICCE template
- Diploma and academic transcript
- Valid passport
- Police clearance certificate (no criminal record)
- English at B1+ level, confirmed in a video interview
Investment & Transparency
Everything that’s included and every cost you should plan for — no surprises.
What’s included
Included / Benefits
- Full handling of your visa and work permit
- Accommodation arranged by the employer (subsidized)
- A monthly stipend/salary for financial stability
- 4 to 5 weeks of paid vacation per year
- Access to the online preparation platform and certifications
- Local support throughout your stay
Plan ahead
Costs to plan for
- Standard program fee€2,400 (R$14,867)General European program (except Denmark and Spain, which have their own fees)
- Program fee · Spain€1,700 (R$10,531)Paid only after you receive and sign your employment contract
- AirfareVariesBook only after your visa is approved
- Visa fee + insurance€80–€120 (R$496–743)Reference amounts; they vary by country
- Starting funds~€300 (R$1,858)E.g. the pocket money required on arrival in Denmark
Denmark has its own fee structure (sponsor €650 (R$4,027), academy €550 (R$3,407), visa and embassy fees in DKK). Your advisor walks you through a personalized estimate before you commit to anything.
How the Process Works
From first contact to departure, with support at every step. The whole cycle usually takes 4 to 5 months.
Pre-screening
You send us your details and ICCE checks your profile, age (18 to 29), field of study and graduation date.
ICCE interview
We assess your English, goals and maturity, and walk you through the full program.
Matching
We present your profile to employers that fit your background.
Contract
Once you pass the employer interview, you receive and sign your job contract.
Visa & preparation
We guide you through paperwork, the visa and online technical training before departure.
Departure
Your experience begins, with local support throughout the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions candidates ask most.
Young people aged 18 to 29 who are final-year students or recent graduates in eligible fields (veterinary medicine, animal science, agronomy, food engineering and related areas). Beyond age, each destination has its own requirements on education and experience, and your graduation date is one of the main criteria.
Yes. We recommend at least a B1 (intermediate) level, which is checked in a video interview. Denmark also requires an IELTS certificate. Some destinations and positions accept Portuguese or Spanish as the working language.
Accommodation is arranged by the employer and is usually subsidized, with private rooms in shared houses or apartments close to work. It typically costs €200–€300 (R$1,239–1,858) a month, and in some cases it is free.
The standard program fee for the general European program is €2,400 (R$14,867). Some programs have their own fee: Spain (meat industry) costs €1,700 (R$10,531), paid after the contract is signed, and Denmark has a specific structure (€550 (R$3,407) for the academy plus visa and embassy fees in Danish kroner). Your advisor will give you a personalized estimate before you commit to anything.
No. No company can guarantee a consular decision or a job offer. ICCE runs the process, organizes your paperwork and guides you along the way, but the final decision rests with the employer and the immigration authorities.
The full cycle of recruitment, contract, visa and relocation usually takes about 4 to 5 months, so we recommend applying well in advance.
Yes. Every destination offers a monthly salary or stipend. Amounts are gross (before taxes), vary by country and are detailed in the destinations section.
APPLICATION
Take the next step
If you’re aged 18 to 29, share your details and an ICCE advisor will get in touch to check your eligibility and walk you through the full program. Spots are limited.
- Program open to ages 18 to 29
- Free assessment of your profile and best-fit destination
- Personalized estimate of costs and salary
- Guidance on your visa and paperwork