Opportunity for Youth to Join the “Erasmus+” Project “Celebrate!” in Norway

We’re sharing news about the opportunity to participate in the “Erasmus+” youth exchange project – “Celebrate!”, which will take place in Hamar, Norway, on June 9–18. Eligible participant age: 18–30 years.

The information package with all the necessary details about the project is available HERE.

Contacts for more information:

info@savanoriaikulturistai.lt

+37067165843

Apply Now: T4EU Transformation Lab Fair and Stakeholder Challenge for Students

Transform4Europe (T4EU) Alliance’s Environmental Transformation Lab (T-Lab) “Smart cities & regions” invites students of VMU and other alliance universities to participate in a three-day Fair on 2-4 June 2025 at the Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski in Bulgaria. Registration deadline is 5 May.

The topic of the fair is “Climate Change and European Cities: Adaptation to Urban Heat Island Effect and Nature-Based Solutions”. During the event, students will get to know the activities of the T4EU Labs, participate in thematic discussions and workshop, in a geospatial research & technologies Fair, meet stakeholders & businesses and observe a stakeholder challenge for students.

More information

Registration

22nd Edition of the Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers Released

We invite you to explore the 22nd edition of the Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers Catalogue, published by the VMU Career Center. This edition is dedicated to all university students and features internship and volunteering opportunities offered by companies, government institutions, and non-governmental organizations. We hope everyone finds the perfect match!

Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers No. 22 / April, 2025

The catalogue provides standardized information about each opportunity, including details about the company, institution, or organization offering the position, the title of the internship or volunteering role, and the requirements that prospective interns or volunteers must meet. Each listing specifies whether the activities can be combined with studies, the period during which interns or volunteers are accepted, positions available for students with special needs, and roles conducted in foreign languages, making them accessible to international students as well.

We hope this catalogue helps you find an internship or explore volunteering opportunities, paving your way into the job market!

Note: VMU Career Center is not responsible for the content of the opportunities listed in the catalogue. Companies and organizations independently determine the terms of internships and/or volunteering roles.

VMU Career Centre Invites You to the Informal Seminar Series “Towards Yourself’25: Business Starts with You”

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) Career Centre invites students, alumni, and the entire university community to participate in the online meetings of the informal seminar series Towards Yourself ’25 in March and April and take advantage of the virtual CV Clinic.

This year’s theme, Business Starts with You, highlights that entrepreneurship is not just about starting your own company, nor is an entrepreneurial person solely a business owner. Entrepreneurship also means taking responsibility for your career, proactively shaping your career path, and presenting yourself effectively in the job market. It starts with skills that are valuable not only for launching a business but also for advancing in any career—such as the ability to sell your ideas, represent yourself well, and stand out from other candidates.

During the seminars, together with industry professionals, we will explore how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, build a personal brand, and understand why it is essential to “sell” your competencies to employers. We will discuss self-confidence and ways to leverage your strengths to achieve professional or business goals. Entrepreneurship begins with telling yourself—Yes, I can! So let’s develop our entrepreneurial skills together in the Towards Yourself’25 seminar series!

Towards Yourself ’25: Business Starts with You Program:

CV Clinic – Perfecting Your Resume

In March and April, university students and alumni will also have the opportunity to participate in the virtual CV Clinic. This service allows you to consult with a career professional to review your CV, receive feedback, gain valuable insights, and get tips on how to tailor your resume to meet all the necessary requirements. Want to get expert advice? You can send your CV via email to: cv@vdu.lt.

List of Summer Schools 2025

Explore the list of summers schools for 2025.

Students Invited to First Festival of European Culture and Languages in Italy

On 7-11 July, The Transform4Europe Alliance invites VMU BA, MA, and PhD students to attend the Blended Intensive Program (BIP) “First Festival of European Culture and Languages. Tourism and Heritage from the Border” which will take place in Trieste, Italy.

Application submission deadline is 15 June.

The festival will critically examine tourism, European cultural heritage, border regions’ identities and other issues. For this purpose, Trieste, a city deeply influenced by its border identity, was chosen as a case study. Participants will explore the city as “cruisers,” much like the hundreds of tourists arriving daily, but with a critical perspective. Through guided explorations and discussions, they will analyze what is made visible in heritage narratives and what remains hidden, uncovering the contested and layered nature of urban identity.

Designed as a Blended Intensive Program (BIP), the festival moves beyond traditional lecture-based formats, encouraging students to engage actively in interdisciplinary and performative restitutions of their findings. The goal is to challenge conventional representations of heritage and promote a deeper, more nuanced understanding of how history and identity are constructed, particularly in border regions.

3 ECTS credits are granted upon completion of the program.

More information

Application submission

T4EU Webinars on Science Communication for Students and Staff

The Transform4Europe Alliance invites students, researchers and faculty members across the alliance to apply for two science communication workshops (webinars) that aim to enhance their science communication skills.

On Thursday 10 April, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Lithuania time), webinar Research Data Sharing as Part of Open Science Communication will be held. This workshop explores effective research data sharing, covering repositories, visibility strategies, and ethical considerations. Participants will learn FAIR data principles, licensing, and compliance to maximize transparency, accessibility, and impact, ensuring their research contributes meaningfully to Open Science and diverse audiences. The trainer of the webinar will be Assist. Prof. Ana Slavec from the University of Primorska.

On Tuesday 22 April, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Lithuania time), webinar Effective Science Communication with Social Media will offer tips and tricks for effective and creative communication on social media. This workshop will discuss practical ways to create engaging and accessible science communication. All experience levels are welcome. The webinar’s trainers will be Karin Marinič, Digital Communications Editor (University of Primorska) and Amy Simmons, Assistant Researcher (University of Primorska) and Professional Associate for Public Relations (InnoRenew CoE).

The link to the seminars will be provided to the participants after registration.

Apply Now: T4EU Sustainable Heritage Student Competition

Vytautas Magnus University invites students of all levels to participate in the first Sustainable Heritage competition of the European University Alliance Transform4Europe. This is a unique opportunity to join an international team of students from other Alliance universities.

The event will take place in Trieste, from July 7 to 11, 2025. The competition’s theme is environmental heritage and generations. The competition is part of the “Blended Intensive Program” (BIP).

Applications are accepted until April 12, 2025 by email at transform4europe@vdu.lt.

Application Procedure

Participants are invited to submit a short project idea (a 300-word text or a 3-minute video/poster) that aligns with the competition’s theme and demonstrates your creative and analytical thinking.

Project proposals should focus on one or more of the following areas:

  • Environmental heritage – atmospheric, climatic, and landscape aspects;
  • Intergenerational storytelling – collecting and preserving narratives and stories;
  • Citizen science – community involvement in data collection and awareness;
  • Communication about climate change – creative tools to communicate the impact of climate change;
  • Sustainable solutions – ecological, adaptable, and locally implementable solutions;
  • Cultural heritage preservation – tangible and intangible aspects.

Projects should be relevant locally but also adaptable in other similar contexts.

The winning group will be awarded a monetary prize of €2,000 and the opportunity to refine or implement the project, with the assistance of mentors from the Bora Museum (Italy).

Timeline:

  • Application deadline: 12 April 2025 (VMU internal deadline)
  • Online phase: May–June 2025
  • On-site activities in Trieste: 7–11 July 2025
  • Travel days: 6 & 12 July 2025

For additional information, please contact Kateryna Horiunova by email at kateryna.horiunova@vdu.lt.

Competition call

Competition regulations

Alumni Talk Vol.2: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?

The VMU International Cooperation Department invites you to an alumni talk on: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?   

Join us for two online sessions via MS Teams on April 1 and April 3, where you will have the chance to meet six VMU alumni who are working both in Lithuania and abroad.

They will share valuable insights on securing internships, overcoming language barriers, effective job search strategies, and how to successfully land a job as an international student or graduate.

April 3 (Thursday), 13:30–14:30 – Talk with alumni from Sign On Tab, FloHealth, and a learning service specialist.

Meet the speakers

Ema Lev, from Bulgaria, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in the program Society, Culture, and Communication in 2022. She will talk about her internships during her studies and her job search after graduation. She secured an internship at Telesoftas and later transitioned into a full-time position as a Copywriter. Nowadays, she works as a Learning Service Specialist (also known as a trainer), onboarding new hires at a service company and upskilling them as necessary for different projects. Ema says: “I work with people from various cultures and backgrounds, which is why I definitely understand the importance of language when it comes to job search.”

Ema has always been active and eager to share and contribute to the VMU community. She has already shared her tips with current international students, aimed at empowering others to take advantage of student opportunities for growth and to build a solid foundation for future employment.

Rakshana Alexander, originally from India, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from VMU in 2022. Rakshana has been working as a Sales Development Representative at Sign On Tab since July 2023. Before that, she gained experience at the Center for Physical Sciences and Technology, AbBaltis, Biomapas, and Genie Biotech.

Before, Rakshana shared her job-search tips with graduates and students in this short article.

Tetiana Abramtsova, from Ukraine, graduated in 2024 from the Bachelor’s programme in International Politics and Development Studies. In March 2024, Tetiana launched the Utopia Club Podcast. Recently, Tetiana joined the team at FloHealth as an Accounts Payable Accountant.

Tetiana has remained actively involved in VMU life even after graduation, contributing to student and alumni activities. For example, she shared her experience and insights during the Alumni Day discussion in 2024 titled “Liberal Arts: Navigating Careers, Personal Growth, and the AI Era,” where she spoke about her experience during COVID, the podcast launch, and other challenges that shaped her personality.

It’s a great opportunity to network, gain insights, and receive advice.

REGISTER HERE

The first edition of the event is scheduled for April 1. Learn more here.

Alumni Talk Vol.1: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?

The VMU International Cooperation Department invites you to an alumni talk on: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?     

Join us for two online events via MS Teams on April 1 and April 3 to meet six VMU alumni working in Lithuania and abroad.

They’ll share insights on finding internships, overcoming language barriers, job search strategies, and how to secure a job as an international student or graduate.

April 1 (Tuesday), 15:00–16:00 – Talk with alumni from a language school in Kaunas, Oxylabs, and Guidehouse.

Meet the speakers

Minaya Huseynova, originally from Azerbaijan, graduated in 2024 with a Master’s degree in Education Management. Since then, she has been working as an English teacher at Intellectus Language School in Kaunas and recently joined Queen Marta’s International School as a part-time teacher. In her talk, Minaya will share her job search journey, her approach to language learning, and key insights from her current roles. Alongside her teaching work, she’s also volunteering remotely as an HR Assistant with the NGO Arcadia.

Jemima Rodrigues, from India, graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in International Politics and Development Studies, and in 2024, she completed a double Master’s degree in Marketing and International Commerce from Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, and Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania. She is currently working in Strategic Partnerships at Oxylabs.io, where she drives data-driven outbound campaigns and builds strong client relationships. Previously, she worked as a Lead Research Specialist at Whatagraph, focusing on quality assurance in lead generation and delivering impactful insights for B2B growth. At the event, she will share what helped her secure internships and full-time jobs, along with insights from her experience.

Vasil Treska, from Albania, graduated in 2022 from the Bachelor’s program in World Politics and Economy. During his studies, Vasil completed internships at the Kaunas Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, the Center for Security Analyses and Prevention, and Vision Factory. He worked as a Customer Support Specialist and later as a Senior Customer Support Agent at Planas Huliganas. Currently, he works at Guidehouse as a Lead Analyst in the Anti-Money Laundering field. He will share insights on the importance of gaining experience during studies, job-search tips, and his current role, including what it’s like to work in an international team.

It’s a great opportunity to network, gain insights, and receive advice.

REGISTER HERE

The next edition of the event will be on April 3rd. Learn more here.