Get Paid for Your Pre-Erasmus Thoughts
Did you know you can actually win cash just by writing about your mobility experience?
On July 7th, ESN Italia hosted ITECE 2026, a national essay contest with a pretty solid setup.
The task was simple: write a piece about what Erasmus life feels like before the actual departure. We are talking about the expectations, the chaos of figuring out the paperwork, the excitement, and the nerves right before you get on that plane.
The best part? It wasn't just for glory. ESN Italia put up a real cash prize for the winners to help fund their time abroad.
If you missed the deadline this time around, don’t stress. Keep an eye out for the next edition. It’s basically a chance to fund your upcoming trips just by putting into words what you are already experiencing.
Huge congrats to the 2026 winners
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