Erasmus+ Internships in
Internships in Iceland — Erasmus+ Mobility Programmes
Iceland offers unique Erasmus+ placements in renewable energy, tourism, and creative industries in one of the world's most extraordinary landscapes.
25+
Partner companies
35+
Students placed
2+
Cities covered
97%
Satisfaction rate
Erasmus+ internships in Iceland — at a glance
Iceland is a small, English-fluent EEA member where Piktalent runs Erasmus+ placements in renewable energy, sustainable tourism, marine science, and creative industries. Reykjavik concentrates 90% of the country's commercial activity; Akureyri in the north anchors fisheries and Arctic research. Programmes are short (2–12 weeks) due to higher accommodation costs and seasonal daylight cycles.
- Currency
- Icelandic króna (ISK)
- Working language
- English (universal)
- EU/EEA status
- EEA – Erasmus+ eligible
- Best months
- May–September
- Avg accommodation
- €900–1,300/month
- Time zone
- GMT (no DST)
What's Included in Iceland Programmes
Every mobility programme in Iceland includes comprehensive support services — so your institution can focus on the educational dimension.
Host company matching based on participant profile and learning objectives
Accommodation arrangement in vetted, safe locations near the workplace
Travel insurance and liability coverage for the full mobility period
Airport transfers and local orientation upon arrival
24/7 emergency support line throughout the placement
Cultural and professional mentoring during the programme
Administrative support: agreements, certificates, Europass documentation
Mid-term and final evaluation reports for the sending institution
Erasmus+ mobility programmes we run in Iceland
Piktalent delivers every major Erasmus+ mobility programme type in Iceland. Pick the format that fits your accreditation and budget — we handle matching, logistics, compliance and reporting end-to-end.
À la carte support services across Iceland
Accommodation
Vetted housing close to the host company across Iceland — apartments, residences or host families.
Insurance
Health, accident and liability cover compliant with Erasmus+ and host-country requirements.
Visa & documentation
Guidance on visas, residence permits and host-country paperwork for non-EU participants.
Language courses
Pre-departure and on-site language training to speed up workplace integration across Iceland.
TEFL — Teach English Abroad
Accredited TEFL certification — open enrolment, no internship required.
Internship job portal
Browse and apply directly to open internship positions across Iceland and across Europe & the USA.
Why Choose Iceland for Erasmus+ Mobility?
Iceland provides extraordinary and memorable mobility experiences in a country powered by 100% renewable energy.
100% renewable energy — world leader in geothermal and hydroelectric power
Unique tourism industry in an extraordinary natural landscape
Near-universal English proficiency and welcoming international community
Creative industries punching above their weight — music, design, and media
Small population creates more personal, hands-on placement experiences
EEA member participating in Erasmus+ programme
Smallest population of any EEA country (~390,000) means interns work directly with senior staff and gain unusually high responsibility
Reykjavik Energy and CarbFix lead global carbon-capture and geothermal R&D — unique placements for climate-tech and earth-sciences students
Did You Know? — Iceland
Interesting facts about Iceland that make it a unique mobility destination.
100% renewable energy
Iceland runs on 100% renewable energy — geothermal and hydroelectric power heat homes and power industry.
Most books per capita
Icelanders publish and read more books per capita than any other nation in the world.
Land of fire and ice
32 active volcanic systems and 269 named glaciers create the most extraordinary landscape in Europe.
Cities & Regions in Iceland
We work with verified host companies across Iceland. Each city offers distinct sector strengths and professional environments.
Professional Sectors in Iceland
Our company network in Iceland covers these key professional sectors, matched to participants' fields of study.
Renewable Energy
Geothermal, hydroelectric, and energy innovation
Tourism & Hospitality
Adventure tourism, hotels, and travel operations
Creative Industries
Music, design, media, and digital content
Internships in Iceland by field
Each field links to a country-level page listing the cities where Piktalent currently delivers placements.
Browse worldwide (Europe + USA): IT internships in Europe & the USA
Frequently Asked Questions — Iceland
Common questions from institutions planning Erasmus+ mobility in Iceland.
Related Resources
Guides and articles to help you plan and execute mobility programmes.
Ready to Organise Mobility in Iceland?
Contact our team to discuss your mobility programme requirements in Iceland. We'll prepare a custom proposal based on your participants, sectors, and timeline.