Host your Erasmus+ VET learners and staff in Sardinia
We are your intermediary host organisation in Cagliari. Your school coordinates the mobility; we take care of everything on the ground: placements in local companies, accommodation, mentoring and learning documentation.
60
VET learners hosted or contracted in 2026
16
teachers hosted for job shadowing
8
partner institutions with signed agreements
23+
active host companies in Cagliari
1–3.5
months placement length, up to 400 hours
30
students in our largest single group
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Youth mobility since 2000, now for VET schools
TDM 2000 is a non-profit organisation founded in Cagliari in 2000. Since then we have supported young people through non-formal education, international mobility and active citizenship, implementing over 100 projects as coordinators. We now bring this experience to Erasmus+ VET mobility as an intermediary host organisation: sending schools and consortia hold the Erasmus+ grant and coordinate the project, while we organise and supervise every part of the stay in Sardinia.
What we take care of
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Accommodation and logistics
Within a 15-minute walk of the placement · maximum 2 people per room, with kitchen and washing machine · airport transfers · 24/7 emergency assistance.
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Mentoring and monitoring
A dedicated mentor from arrival to departure · regular check-ins and progress monitoring · direct communication with the sending school.
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Learning documentation
Learning Agreements · evaluation sheets · Europass Mobility documents · final certificates · two-party contracts possible.
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Cultural and language support
Cultural orientation and local integration activities · optional language support · guidance on Italian work culture.
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Health and safety
Clear explanation of insurance · safety briefing and emergency procedures · full support in case of illness or accident.
Every placement is tailored to the learning objectives defined by the sending institution.
Where your learners can work
🍽️ Catering and hospitality
🔧 Car mechanics
🎪 Event management
👜 Leather goods production
📊 Business administration
🌾 Agricultural sector
🏠 Smart home systems
💻 IT and digital marketing
Not limited to these sectors: through our cooperation with the Cagliari Chamber of Commerce, Confartigianato and Confcommercio, we arrange placements matched to each school’s vocational profiles and learning objectives.
How a partnership works
1
First contact
You share student profiles, numbers, dates and budget frame.
2
Preparatory visit
Optional: visit companies and accommodation before committing.
3
Hosting agreement
Services, costs and cancellation terms in writing.
4
Placement matching
We match each learner to a vetted company and confirm logistics.
5
Mobility and mentoring
Learners work and grow with continuous local support.
6
Certification
Europass Mobility, evaluations and full reporting documentation.
Our partners
Sending schools and institutions
Escola Secundária Paços de Ferreira, Portugal
Escola Secundária Augusto Gomes, Portugal
Institut Sa Palomera, Spain
Diputación Provincial D Huelva, Spain
Escola Secundária Dr.Augusto César da Silva Ferreira, Portugal
Agrupamento de Escolas Alcaides de Faria, Spain
Allianssin kehittämispalvelut, Finland
I.E.S. Santísima Trinidad, Spain
Georgikon Görögkatolikus Mezőgazdasági és Élelmiszeripari Technikum, Hungary
Host companies and organizations in Cagliari
Comunicare Agency S.r.l. Graphic Design, Printing & Promotional Services
CFadda DIY, Home Improvement, Furniture & Gardening
GiBiscu Web Design, Software Development & SEO
INNOI Sardinia S.r.l. Sustainable Tourism, Experiences & Territorial Promotion
Net-Press Digital Media, Technology & Strategic Communication
Savasta & Partners Advanced Dentistry & Specialist Medical Care
Playcar Car Sharing & Shared Mobility Services
Longwave Studio S.r.l. Software Development, Digital Products & Technology
Nuxi S.r.l. Digital Transformation, Strategy & Innovation
Innovyou S.r.l. Digital Technology, Software & Innovation
Top Paper Cagliari Packaging Solutions & Paper Products
Lead Makers Lead Generation & Performance Marketing
Confartigianato Imprese Sud Sardegna Association for Crafts & Small Businesses
Anakena S.r.l.s. Hospitality & Short-Term Accommodation Management
Hidroelettra S.a.s. Electrical, Security & Smart Building Systems
Associazione Studentesca Universitaria Unica Radio Student Association & University Radio
PowerTech di Franco Onnis Telecommunications, Electronics & Energy Services
Ostello Cagliari Hospitality
Confcommercio Sud Sardegna Business Association — Commerce, Tourism & Services
Blue Tech Service di Leonardo Sorrentino IT Services, Computer Repair & Technical Support
Hotel Dedoni Hospitality & Accommodation
Institutional partners
University of Cagliari
Sardinian Regional Government
ASPAL – Sardinian Agency for Active Labour Policies
Cagliari Chamber of Commerce
Confartigianato Imprese
Artisans’ and small business association
Impresa Cultura Italia – Confcommercio
C.A.S.M.I. – Committee of Sardinian Associations for International Mobility
What our partners say
“I didn’t just grow as a plumber. It was a very emotional experience, and the people here are so warm and kind”
“I felt at home. I liked my work, my boss, and my colleagues. I like what I am doing.”
“Our experience with TDM2000 was outstanding. Our students returned thrilled by the wonderful experience their exchange in Cagliari had been for them. As for the organisation, that was also superb. We received an excellent welcome from Margarida and Luca during our fact-finding visit, and we have received constant feedback from our students, giving us complete peace of mind at all times.”
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Job shadowing in Cagliari
We host teachers and VET staff in local companies and training organisations; 16 teachers hosted in 2026. Programmes follow your school’s goals and can run alongside a student mobility.
Frequently asked questions
Who applies for the Erasmus+ grant?
The sending school or consortium. We are the host organisation in Italy and work with you from planning to certification.
How long can placements last?
From 1 month for groups to 3.5 months (400 hours) full-time. Our longest placement so far lasted 108 days.
How large can a group be?
We have hosted single groups of up to 30 students.
How far in advance should we contact you?
[TO CONFIRM – e.g. at least 3 months before arrival; earlier for large groups or summer]
Can you host students under 18?
[TO CONFIRM – conditions, accompanying teacher, parental authorisations]
What does it cost?
We send a written offer for each group, with services, costs and cancellation terms. [TO CONFIRM whether to give a price range]
What happens if a student is ill or has a problem?
Our mentors are available 24/7, and we explain insurance and emergency procedures on arrival.
Let’s build the next mobility together.
vet@tdm2000.org · info@tdm2000.org
+39 070 666941
Scalette S. Sepolcro 2, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
@associazioneTDM2000
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