Students from Varna Free University successfully completed a two-month internship in Turkey

29 July 2025

Five students majoring in the bachelor's degree programme Fire and Emergency Safety at Varna Free University "Chernorizets Hrabar" in different years successfully completed a two-month internship in Turkey. The internship took place at the Yozkartay Yangan company - a key company in the field of fire safety and equipment, with which the university partners within the framework of international academic mobility.

During the internship, the students had the opportunity to get acquainted with the production processes, design activities and real applications of modern fire safety systems. Thanks to the partnership with the company, the students also visited the fire department in the city of Chergezkoy, where they participated in demonstrations and practical training taught by specialists.

They took part in simulation exercises, first aid training and natural disaster response, as well as in real duty under the guidance of professionals. The internship significantly contributed to the students' professional growth, providing them with valuable practical experience in a real environment and preparing them even better for their future work in the system of Fire Safety and Protection of Population.

Details about the Erasmus internships and practices, as well as opportunities for participation, you can find here ►

We would like to thank the partner company in Turkey, as well as Dr. Eng. Yalçın Karagözler, who defended the doctoral programme in Occupational Safety and Fire Safety Engineering in the Department of Construction of Buildings and Facilities at VFU "Chernorizets Hrabar" for the support and professional assistance provided.