Erasmus+ Internships in
Internships in Latvia — Erasmus+ Mobility Programmes
Latvia's growing IT sector and affordable cost of living make it an emerging Erasmus+ destination with unique Baltic professional experiences.
40+
Partner companies
60+
Students placed
3+
Cities covered
94%
Satisfaction rate
Erasmus+ internships in Latvia — at a glance
Latvia is a small EU and eurozone member where Piktalent runs Erasmus+ placements in ICT, fintech, logistics, and creative industries. Almost all professional activity concentrates in Riga, a Baltic financial and tech hub with strong English proficiency. Daugavpils and Liepāja host industrial and logistics placements with a more local, Latvian/Russian-speaking working culture.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Working language
- English (Riga) + Latvian
- EU status
- Full EU + eurozone
- Best months
- May–September
- Avg accommodation
- €300–500/month
- Time zone
- EET (UTC+2)
What's Included in Latvia Programmes
Every mobility programme in Latvia 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 Latvia
Piktalent delivers every major Erasmus+ mobility programme type in Latvia. 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 Latvia
Accommodation
Vetted housing close to the host company across Latvia — 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 Latvia.
TEFL — Teach English Abroad
Accredited TEFL certification — open enrolment, no internship required.
Internship job portal
Browse and apply directly to open internship positions across Latvia and across Europe & the USA.
Why Choose Latvia for Erasmus+ Mobility?
Latvia offers affordable, authentic mobility experiences in a compact Baltic country with a growing tech and services sector.
Very affordable cost of living maximises the value of Erasmus+ grants
Riga is a growing IT and business services hub
EU member with modern infrastructure and digital services
Rich Art Nouveau heritage and vibrant cultural scene in Riga
Strategic location for logistics and trade between Northern and Eastern Europe
High English proficiency among young professionals
Did You Know? — Latvia
Interesting facts about Latvia that make it a unique mobility destination.
Art Nouveau capital
Riga has the highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture in the world — over 800 buildings.
Forest nation
Over 50% of Latvia is covered in forest, making it one of Europe's greenest countries.
Digital growth
Latvia's IT sector is growing rapidly, with Riga becoming a hub for Nordic tech outsourcing.
Cities & Regions in Latvia
We work with verified host companies across Latvia. Each city offers distinct sector strengths and professional environments.
Professional Sectors in Latvia
Our company network in Latvia covers these key professional sectors, matched to participants' fields of study.
IT & Digital Services
Software development, IT outsourcing, and digital innovation
Business Services
Shared services, consulting, and corporate administration
Logistics
Transport, warehousing, and Baltic trade
Internships in Latvia 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 — Latvia
Common questions from institutions planning Erasmus+ mobility in Latvia.
Related Resources
Guides and articles to help you plan and execute mobility programmes.
Ready to Organise Mobility in Latvia?
Contact our team to discuss your mobility programme requirements in Latvia. We'll prepare a custom proposal based on your participants, sectors, and timeline.