20.03.2026

International Opportunities for Administrative Staff – Spring/Summer 2026

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International staff weeks and training opportunities await! Take the chance to exchange experiences, build global networks, and strengthen your skills in international higher education.

Administrative and international office staff have several exciting opportunities in 2026 to connect, learn, and collaborate across institutions. The following programmes offer hands-on learning, knowledge exchange, and valuable networking.

Erasmus Staff Week – Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)

The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona hosts an annual International Staff Week focusing on internationalisation and Erasmus+ topics.

Participants can expect:

  • Workshops on international relations and mobility

  • Exchange of best practices with global colleagues

  • Networking in an international environment

Dates: expected October 19–23, 2026
Format: Blended (online + on-site)
Note: No participation fee; travel and accommodation at own expense

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Erasmus+ Staff Week “Shaping the Future of Erasmus+”

The Lodz University of Technology invites administrative staff and international relations officers to explore and shape the future of Erasmus+.

Highlights:

  • Training sessions, workshops, and brainstorming activities

  • Exchange of good practices

  • Cultural programme in Łódź

Dates: May 25–29, 2026
Target group: Administrative staff & international offices
Application deadline: March 20, 2026
Participation fee: none

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International Staff Week – University of Trento

The University of Trento offers a dynamic learning experience through a Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) approach.

Focus areas:

  • Future-ready and sustainable universities

  • International mobility and research support

  • Collaboration in international teams

Online phase: April 28–29, 2026
On-site phase: May 11–15, 2026
Format: Blended

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Creative Hearts and Digital Minds (ECIU Micro-Module)

This ECIU micro-module by University of Stavanger is also open to staff and focuses on media literacy and digital resilience.

Topics include:

  • Impact of digital technologies on society and individuals

  • Hands-on work with digital tools (e.g. podcasting, AI, VR)

  • Creative and critical thinking in digital environments

Dates: April 30 – June 19, 2026
Format: Blended (including on-site week in Norway)

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Important Note

For all offers:
The ECIUn+ project does not provide funding for travel or participation costs.
Participants are expected to arrange funding through their home institution or other sources.

These opportunities are a great way to gain international experience, exchange knowledge, and contribute to strengthening cooperation within European higher education networks.