How to Apply for Traineeship
Applying for a traineeship at UCT Prague is simple once you understand the process. Follow the steps below to complete your application smoothly and on time.
Start by reaching out to the Department of International Relations at: incoming@vscht.cz. Your home university may also send a nomination to this email.
Good to know:
- Traineeship requests are accepted all year round.
- You can apply through Erasmus+, IAESTE, CEEPUS, bilateral agreements, and other programmes each with different rules and funding options.
- UCT Prague does not provide financial support or insurance. You must arrange your own funding, health insurance, and liability insurance.
Explore UCT Prague’s faculties and research areas to find where your interests fit best. Then email the relevant faculty Erasmus+ coordinator, who will help you connect with a suitable supervisor.
Include in your email:
- a short introduction
- preferred traineeship length
- your research interests
- attachments: CV, Transcript of Records, motivation letter tailored to the lab/topic
Your traineeship is confirmed only after your supervisor sends written approval to incoming@vscht.cz.
💡 Tip: Interested in environmental technologies? Check opportunities at the Department of Water Technology and Environmental Engineering and send your documents to Ing. Vojtěch Kouba, Ph.D. – kouba.vojta@gmail.com.
Once your nomination and supervisor confirmation are received, you’ll get an email explaining how to begin the official application process. All documents are submitted electronically – scans or electronic signatures are sufficient.
📌 Start early, especially if you need a visa.
1. Student Application Form You will receive the link after nomination. Enter all information exactly as shown in your passport/ID.
2. Learning Agreement (LA) Defines tasks, duration, and responsibilities. Must be signed by all required parties. Use the Erasmus+ version or the version for other programmes.
3. Proof of English Skills Min. level: B1 (preferred B2; B2 required from AY 2024/25). Accepted: Cambridge PET/FCE, TOEFL iBT (80+), IELTS (5.0+), or university confirmation.
4. Medical Assessment Form Required for trainees working with chemicals or in laboratories. Must be signed by a doctor.
5. Transcript of Records Official academic record of all completed semesters. PhD applicants must also add proof of PhD studies.
6. Passport/ID & Insurance Passport scan (plus residence card for non-EU). Health & Liability Insurance are mandatory for all trainees.
Send all documents as PDF/image scans to: incoming@vscht.cz. If your home university requires originals, you may send printed copies to the IRO office.
Non-EU Students: Once your Learning Agreement is signed, UCT Prague will issue your Letter of Acceptance for your visa application.
- Visa processing may take up to 60 days, so apply early.
- Short-term visa: stay under 90 days.
- Long-term visa: stay over 90 days.
Visit the International Relations Office after arrival to:
- sign required documents
- receive your UCT login and password
- access Wi-Fi and your university email
Before arriving, please read: Rules for the use of UCT network, Safety Rules for Students, and Personal Data Protection Policy.
No sooner than three days before leaving, visit the International Relations Office to sign your departure confirmation or other required forms.