VISITING RESEARCHERS
Athens PIL hosts visiting researchers through two distinguished international programs: the Erasmus+ Student Mobility for Placements Programme and the UNNF Fellowship Programme. These initiatives provide valuable opportunities for students and professionals to gain experience, contribute to groundbreaking research, and further their academic and professional development.
Erasmus+ Student Mobility for Placements Programme
The Erasmus+ Student Mobility for Placements Programme offers European university students and recent graduates the opportunity to undertake internships of 2 to 12 months at institutions, training centers, companies, or organizations across Europe, excluding the European Union’s institutions.
As part of the Erasmus+ initiative, participants gain hands-on experience in their field of study, enhancing their adaptability to the EU labour market and boosting their entrepreneurial mindset. The program also fosters collaboration between European institutions and enterprises, helping students to develop vital skills in communication, social interaction, and languages, while immersing themselves in different cultures and academic environments.
At Athens PIL, we welcome Erasmus+ participants as Research Trainees, offering them a platform to engage in impactful research while furthering their career ambitions.
UNNF Fellowship Programme
Athens PIL is also proud to participate in the United Nations-Nippon Foundation Fellowship Programme. This prestigious fellowship offers government officials and mid-level professionals from developing nations the chance to receive advanced training in ocean affairs, the law of the sea, marine science, and related disciplines.
The fellowship includes exposure to international legal frameworks and best practices in ocean affairs, and allows participants to conduct individual research under academic supervision. Fellows will also develop a written thesis on a topic of their choosing. Athens PIL provides key resources for this program, offering co-supervision for fellows' research projects and an enriching academic environment to support their professional growth.
