Mobility specification

Country:Greece

Institution:National Hellenic Research Foundation

City:Athens

Program:Erasmus+ traineeship

Activity type:Traineeship

Academic year:2025/2026

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Arts / Department of the History of Art

Study level abroad:Master

✅Check the boxes

How would you categorize your internship?Humanities

💼How-to: Interning abroad

How did you discover this internship opportunity?Recommendation from acquaintances

Can you describe the role you held during your internship?During my internship in Athens, I worked as a research intern.

What specific responsibilities and tasks did you do during your internship?I was involved in the preparation of professional materials, support of research activities and administrative tasks related to the running of the department.

Did your tasks align with the pre-defined conditions?yes

Did the internship meet your expectations?yes

Did you apply any theory you learned at university during the internship?yes

If yes, can you provide a specific example?Mostly I drew on the methodology of working with historical sources, visual analysis and general orientation in art history and cultural context.

How well did you manage to communicate in a foreign language?almost no difficulties

Did the institution have any special requirements?Level of study

Do you have tips on how to make a great impression on the institution?A proactive approach - not being afraid to ask questions, offer help and report back on tasks.
Diligence and reliability - meeting deadlines and doing a good job makes the best impression.
Genuine interest in the institution's topics - read ahead, ask colleagues about research and get involved.

How competitive was the selection process? Did you have to go through an application procedure?There was not much competition. I went through a short selection procedure, but it was more of a formal step - it was mainly to check my motivation, my experience and whether I would fit in with the focus of the institution. So the process was quite friendly and not too demanding.

Why would you recommend students do an internship?Because it is a great opportunity to see how the institution works in practice, to gain valuable contacts and work experience. You get to try out new things that you don't get to experience at school and it often helps you clarify your own career path. In addition, it is a chance to live briefly in another country and grow as a person.

💰And how to fund it?

What were your average monthly expenses during the internship?20000 CZK/month

Did the institution provide accommodation?no

If not, how did you find it?I searched for him through the Facebook groups for Erasmus students in Athens, which offer shared apartments and rooms.

Did you have any unexpected expenses during the internship?no

Do you have any tips on how to save money during the internship?Accommodation: look for shared flats or student halls instead of private rentals.
Eating out: cook at home instead of frequenting restaurants; shop at local supermarkets or markets.
Leisure: use free cultural events, museums with free entry or student discounts.
Shopping: plan purchases and avoid impulse spending; watch for discounts and promotions.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city

How difficult was it for you to adjust to life abroad?no big deal

How well did you manage to communicate in English?almost without problems

How does public transport work in the city?neutral

And what about transport outside the city?neutral

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?I used Google Maps to search for connections, and you can buy tickets by inserting your card or at the ticket machines that are in almost all metro stations.

Did you deal with any health issues during your stay?no

🤠Help create the perfect bucket list

What is a must-see in the city?Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, Plaka and Monastiraki, Lycabettus Hill, National Archaeological Museum and Benaki Museum, Athens markets and local cafes, Athens beaches (e.g. Glyfada, Vouliagmeni), Agora and Roman monuments.

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Islands by ferry from Piraeus, thermal lakes and spas (such as Loutraki or Thermopylae).

Share your best experience:My best experience was a trip to the island of Aegina - beautiful coastline, picturesque harbour, typical Greek tavernas with fresh seafood and the peaceful atmosphere of the island, perfect for walking and exploring the local culture.

💅A nugget of wisdom to make the life easier

Did you need to handle a visa?no

How did you get to the place?Plane

Is there anything to watch out for before the trip?Before your trip, it's worth learning at least the basics of the Greek alphabet and a few basic words to better navigate the signs and road signs.

Can you pay by card?everywhere

What not to forget when packing?Comfortable shoes - lots of walking around downtown and sunscreen!

🥳Summary

Whew, what a ride! 😮‍💨 Thanks so much for taking the time to complete our survey and for sharing your unique experience. Just one last thing. 🙏 How would you summarize your trip in one or two sentences?My trip to Athens was a charming combination of research, history exploration and local atmosphere.