Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of July 9, 2026, from the General Directorate of Policies Against Depopulation — Amendment to the Agreement with the University of Cantabria for the Campus Rural Program |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | July 20, 2026 |
| Entry into force | July 6, 2026 (date of registration in the State Electronic Registry of Bodies and Cooperation Instruments) |
| Affected parties | University students from the University of Cantabria who carry out internships in rural areas |
| Category | Education |
| Total budget | €93,250.50 |
| Ministry contribution (90%) | €83,925.45 |
| University of Cantabria contribution (10%) | €9,325.05 |
| Expanded internship months | From 45 to 70 months |
| Allowance per student/month | €1,000 |
| Social Security per month | €82.15 |
| Management costs per month | €250 |
| European financing / Recovery Plan | No. Exclusively national financing |
The Campus Rural program adds 25 additional months of university internships in rural areas thanks to the amendment to the agreement between the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge and the University of Cantabria, published in the BOE on July 20, 2026. The regulatory reference is the Resolution of July 9, 2026 (BOE-A-2026-15828).
The change is relevant both for the university and for rural entities that host students on internships: more available positions, more committed budget, and a clearly itemized monthly cost that facilitates planning.
What does this regulation establish?
The amendment modifies the original agreement between the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the University of Cantabria for the Campus Rural Program. The central change is the expansion from 45 to 70 months of internships in rural areas, which represents an increase of 55.6% compared to the previous agreement.
The economic breakdown per month of internship is as follows:
| Concept | Amount per month |
|---|---|
| Student allowance | €1,000.00 |
| Social Security contribution | €82.15 |
| Management costs | €250.00 |
| Total per month of internship | €1,332.15 |
The comparison between the original agreement and the amendment in the modified aspects is as follows:
| Concept | Before (original agreement) | After (2026 amendment) |
|---|---|---|
| Internship months | 45 | 70 |
| Total budget | Not published in this resolution | €93,250.50 |
| Ministry contribution | Not published in this resolution | €83,925.45 (90%) |
| University of Cantabria contribution | Not published in this resolution | €9,325.05 (10%) |
The amendment takes effect from its registration in the State Electronic Registry of Bodies and Cooperation Instruments, which took place on July 6, 2026. Financing is exclusively national: it does not come from European funds or the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.
Economic and operational impact
The total budget of €93,250.50 is distributed between two parties with a clear proportion: the Ministry assumes 90% of the cost (€83,925.45) and the University of Cantabria the remaining 10% (€9,325.05).
If the unit cost of €1,332.15 per month is applied to the 70 total months, the result is exactly €93,250.50, which confirms that the entire budget is allocated to cover the 70 months of internship with no additional margin.
For rural entities that host students, the program means the arrival of university talent at no direct cost to them: the allowance, Social Security, and management expenses are covered by the agreement. This makes Campus Rural an opportunity to incorporate qualified profiles in areas with difficulties in attracting talent.
Who does it affect?
- Students from the University of Cantabria who wish to carry out internships in rural areas and can access the 70 months of funded internships.
- The University of Cantabria as the institution managing the program, which assumes 10% of the budget (€9,325.05) and coordinates student selection and monitoring.
- Rural entities, companies and organizations in Cantabria that act as hosts for students on internships.
- The Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge, which finances 90% of the program (€83,925.45) through its General Directorate of Policies Against Depopulation.
- Municipalities and rural territories in Cantabria that benefit from the presence of university students as a tool against depopulation.
Practical example
An agricultural company or rural municipality in Cantabria that hosts a student for 3 months through the Campus Rural program will receive a university intern whose total cost for the agreement is €3,996.45 (3 × €1,332.15). Of that amount:
- The student receives €3,000 in allowance (3 × €1,000).
- Social Security amounts to €246.45 (3 × €82.15).
- Management costs total €750 (3 × €250).
The host entity does not pay any of these amounts: all are covered by the agreement between the Ministry and the University of Cantabria. The company or rural entity only provides the space, mentoring, and training activity.
What should companies do now?
- If you are a rural entity in Cantabria, contact the University of Cantabria to learn about the process of joining as a host entity for students in the Campus Rural internship program and take advantage of the 70 available months.
- If you are responsible at the University of Cantabria, verify that the amendment is correctly registered in the State Electronic Registry (effective from July 6, 2026) and activate the procedures for calls to fill the 25 additional months.
- If you are a student at the University of Cantabria, consult with your faculty or internship service about the specific call for the Campus Rural program to access the €1,000/month allowance.
- If you are a manager of a rural municipality, evaluate whether your local entity can act as a host for internships: the program generates no direct cost and contributes to fighting depopulation.
- Document any hosting agreement with the university to ensure correct allocation of Social Security costs (€82.15/month) and management (€250/month) to the agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How many months of internship does the Campus Rural program at the University of Cantabria have in 2026?
Following the amendment published on July 20, 2026, the program goes from 45 to 70 months of internships in rural areas, which represents 25 additional months compared to the original agreement.
How much does a student earn per month in the Campus Rural program?
Each student receives an allowance of €1,000 per month. Additionally, the agreement covers €82.15 in Social Security and €250 in management costs, so the total cost per month of internship is €1,332.15, entirely financed by the agreement.
How much does the Ministry contribute and how much does the University of Cantabria contribute to the Campus Rural program?
The total budget is €93,250.50. The Ministry for Ecological Transition finances 90% (€83,925.45) and the University of Cantabria the remaining 10% (€9,325.05).
Since when is the amendment to the Campus Rural agreement with the University of Cantabria in effect?
The amendment takes effect from its registration in the State Electronic Registry of Bodies and Cooperation Instruments, which occurred on July 6, 2026, although it was published in the BOE on July 20, 2026.
Does the Campus Rural program use European funds or the Recovery Plan?
No. According to the published resolution, the program's financing does not come from European funds or the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan. It is national financing managed by the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge.
Official source
View complete regulation at official source (BOE-A-2026-15828)
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-15828