EU programme for education, training, youth and sport

General objective

The general objective of the Programme is to support, through lifelong learning, the educational, professional and personal development of people in education, training, youth and sport, in Europe and beyond, thereby contributing to sustainable growth, quality jobs and social cohesion, to driving innovation, and to strengthening European identity and active citizenship. As such, the Programme shall be a key instrument for building the European Education Area, supporting the implementation of the European strategic cooperation in the field of education and training, with its underlying sectoral agendas. In addition, it is key in advancing youth policy cooperation under the European Union Youth Strategy 2019-2027 and developing the European dimension in sport.

How the Erasmus Impact

in your Business?

Our Divemaster & Instructor Internship Programs

Our ERASMUS diving internship program is designed for dive centers to save time in the search and pre-selection of their potential new Interns, Divemasters and Instructors . Leave the selection work to us and focus on what is relevant to your business.

Scholarship Instructor Program

Boost your center’s activity with our Scholarship Instructor Program. We provide qualified instructors who join your team through two-month scholarships, bringing professional support, energy, and added value to your daily operations.

All our instructors are CMAS certified, ensuring high training standards, international recognition, and a strong commitment to safety and excellence. This program is an ideal opportunity to strengthen your center with well-prepared talent, without the usual hiring costs, while supporting the professional development of new instructors.

€ 700

per Instructor

Scholarship Instructor Program – FAQ

Who is this program designed for?
This program is designed for dive centers and resorts looking to strengthen their team with qualified instructors while supporting professional development through a scholarship-based collaboration.

How do instructors join the dive center or resort?

Instructors join your operation through a scholarship program, becoming part of your team for the duration of the agreement.

How long does the scholarship last?

The scholarship has a duration of two months, providing short-term operational support with the possibility of longer-term collaboration. The candidates are available  from April to end of September.

What certifications do the instructors hold?

All instructors participating in the program are CMAS certified, ensuring internationally recognized training standards, safety, and professionalism.

What benefits does the dive center or resort receive?

You benefit from certified instructors who support daily training and dive operations, enhance service capacity, and integrate quickly into your existing team—without the usual recruitment and hiring costs.

Can the scholarship lead to employment?
Yes. Many centers use the scholarship period as an opportunity to evaluate instructors and offer employment after the program if both parties agree.

Is this program suitable for resorts and high-volume dive centers?
Yes. The program is well suited for resorts and high-volume dive centers that require flexible, qualified staff during peak seasons.

Scholarship Divemaster Program

Our Scholarship Divemaster Program is tailored specifically for dive centers and resorts looking to train and develop new diving professionals in-house. Candidates join your operation through a three-month scholarship, starting with no prior diving certification, and are trained progressively while actively supporting daily dive center and resort operations.

This program allows you to develop future Divemasters fully aligned with your procedures, service standards, and customer experience. You benefit from motivated, long-term-oriented candidates, while maintaining flexibility: at the end of the initial period, the scholarship may be extended by the dive center or resort if desired, ensuring continuity with team members already integrated into your operation.

€ 500

per Divemaster

Scholarship Divemaster Program - FAQ

Who is this program designed for?
This program is designed for dive centers and resorts looking to train new Divemasters from the ground up while receiving operational support during the training period.

Do candidates need prior diving certification?
No. Candidates start the program with no previous diving certification and are trained progressively until they reach professional Divemaster level. However, at the end of the season, the Divemaster may apply for the Instructor Course in the same location where they trained as a Divemaster. This creates a pathway for professional development and a potential long-term staff member for your dive center.

How long does the scholarship last?
The initial scholarship period is three months. At the end of this period, the dive center or resort may extend the scholarship if they wish to continue working with the candidate.

What benefits does the dive center or resort receive?
You gain motivated trainees who support daily operations while being trained according to your own standards, procedures, and service philosophy—without the immediate costs of hiring certified professionals.

Can the scholarship be extended or lead to employment?
Yes. If both parties agree, the scholarship may be extended. However, the Divemaster scholarship officially ends after the initial three-month period, so the funding of the candidate during any additional time must be considered. This additional period may be financed by the candidate’s own funds or with support from the dive center, if such support is agreed upon by both parties.

What kind of tasks do Divemaster candidates perform during the program?
Candidates assist with daily dive operations, logistics, customer support, and training activities, always under professional supervision and in line with their current training level.

Is this program suitable for high-volume dive centers or resorts?
Absolutely. The program is ideal for both high-volume dive centers and resort operations seeking long-term staff development and team continuity.