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Traineeships in the EU institutions and agencies

The traineeship offered by the European Institutions is recognised as an opportunity for graduates. This program offers unmatched insight into the EU institutions and attracts candidates from around the Union. For those interested in European governance and international relations, eager to gain practical experience in developing policies that influence millions, we recommend applying for a traineeship that is organised twice a year and usually last for 5 months. EU traineeships are paid, with remuneration varying depending on the host organisation (approx. EUR 1300/month).
 

Key features

It is designed for graduates who wish to engage with the core activities of the European Union. Participants are placed in various EU institutions, agencies and bodies, where they will contribute to projects that match their expertise. This program offers valuable insights into EU decision-making and policies, networking opportunities with professionals, experience from a dynamic and multicultural environment and the development of valuable career skills.

You will be involved in diverse policy areas, from public administration to cybersecurity, digital transformation efforts to health matters, from law and space to economic policy and climate change initiatives. Other areas on offer are translation, communication, human resources and diplomacy.

This is the opportunity to enhance your professional skills, collaborating with multicultural teams, making significant contributions to projects that matters and for personal growth.

Explore available traineeship opportunities by selecting from various EU institutions, bodies, and agencies. It is a good idea to start applying in time and not wait until the last moment. 

Please note that the information available on this page is not exhaustive. Each EU institution, body and agency is responsible for managing their own traineeship selection and recruitment procedures. 

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EUAA Traineeship Programme

Institution/Agency: European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA)

The European Union Agency for Asylum offers a traineeship contract of 6 months, renewable for a maximum of another 6 months.

Who can apply?
        Citizens of an EU Member State or of a Schengen associated country (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
        Recent university graduates and university students enrolled in a higher education course and having completed at least three years of studies before starting the traineeship. 
        Candidates should have a minimum level B2 of the (Common European Framework for Languages) in English.

What is the start date of the traineeship?
       A traineeship can start on the 1st or the 16th of any month, first intake begins in March 2025.

What is the duration of the EUAA traineeship?
      The initial traineeship contract is up to six months and may be renewed for a maximum of another six months. The maximum duration of a traineeship is 12 months.

How to Apply
      You can apply through EUAA online application tool.

Remuneration
       € 1376.89 traineeship grant, along with travel support for joining and leaving the Agency.

Location(s): Malta or other EUAA offices in Belgium, Italy, Greece, Spain, Cyprus


More information: https://euaa.europa.eu/careers/traineeship

IT internships for WOMEN

Location(s): Strasbourg (France)
Institution/Agency: (eu-LISA) European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice

IT internships for WOMEN in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).


More information: https://erecruitment.eulisa.europa.eu/en/our-jobs/it-internships-for-women-in-s…

IT Internships - eu-LISA

Location(s): Strasbourg (France)
Institution/Agency: (eu-LISA) European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice

Cyber & Information Security; Transition Management; Network; Software Engineering; IT Product Management; Reporting and ITSM Processes; Operations Services

 


More information: https://erecruitment.eulisa.europa.eu/en/our-jobs/it-internships-cyber-informat…

Traineeships - Eurojust

Location(s): The Hague (The Netherlands)
Institution/Agency: (Eurojust) European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation

There are approximatively 12 traineeship opportunities per year in the different legal and administrative fields relevant for the Agency such as: casework, GEN/JITs/EJN network secretariat, data management, communications, corporate affairs, financial, human resources, events organisation, IT and administrative law.

Who can apply: University graduates who are nationals of a Member State or candidate countries. Candidates should have a good knowledge of English (minimum B2 level) as the working language of Eurojust.

Duration: 5 months

Paid: Yes. Approximatively 1 500€ per month

Starting dates: March and October


More information: https://recruitment.eurojust.europa.eu/

Graphic design trainee - IHI

Location(s): Brussels (Belgium)
Institution/Agency: Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU)

INNOVATIVE HEALTH INITIATVE JOINT UNDERTAKING (IHI JU) is looking for a Graphic design trainee (IHI/2024/TRAINEE/001).


More information: https://aa293.referrals.selectminds.com/ihi

Traineeships - EMSA

Location(s): Lisbon (Portugal)
Institution/Agency: (EMSA) European Maritime Safety Agency

The traineeship programme aims to provide trainees with work experience in the field of maritime safety legislation, response to pollution at sea and cooperation among member states in safety at sea matters. In-service training enables trainees to acquire practical experience by means of their work and put into practice the knowledge they have acquired during their academic studies or professional careers in the areas of maritime safety, communication or administration.

Who can apply: Nationals of EU Member States, Iceland, Norway and candidate countries benefiting from a pre-acession strategy, who have a good knowledge of English. Candidates must have completed the first cycle of a higher education course (university education) and obtained a full degree.

Duration: 6-12 months

Paid: Yes. Determined case by case.

Starting Dates: 1 September


More information: http://emsa.europa.eu/jobs/vacancies.html

Traineeship opportunities at Fusion for Energy (F4E)

Institution/Agency: (F4E) European Joint Undertaking for ITER and the Development of Fusion Energy

The F4E Traineeship Programme offers university graduates the chance to contribute to the work of F4E and gain first-hand professional experience. We are looking for motivated new talents with different academic and professional backgrounds to offer them one-year paid traineeships, provided they hold a university degree of at least three years by the closing date of applications. The Programme is driven by a constant demand in students, especially those in STEM, law, economics, and data protection disciplines. Furthermore, it promotes an Inclusivity and Diversity policy by opening positions not only to European Union graduates but also to Ukrainians and candidates with physical disabilities.

We are looking for motivated new talents with diverse academic and professional backgrounds to offer them one-year paid traineeships, provided they hold a university degree of at least three years by the closing date of applications. Whether you are an engineer, physicist, lawyer, HR specialist, communicator, project manager, or have expertise in business administration or commercial and finance, we want YOU to join F4E! 

Deadline to apply: Monday, 10th of June 2024, 23:59 PM (CET+1)


More information: Apply here

Traineeships - F4E

Location(s): Barcelona (Spain), Cadarache (France), Garching (Germany)
Institution/Agency: (F4E) European Joint Undertaking for ITER and the Development of Fusion Energy

Fusion for Energy (F4E) is the European Union’s organisation managing Europe’s contribution to ITER, the world’s largest scientific partnership that aims to demonstrate fusion as a viable and sustainable source of energy. ITER brings together seven parties that represent half of the world’s population – the EU, Russia, Japan, China, India, South Korea, and the United States.  

F4E also supports fusion research and development initiatives through the Broader Approach Agreement, signed with Japan – a fusion energy partnership which will last for 10 years. 

Ultimately, F4E will contribute towards the construction of demonstration fusion reactors.  

What are the selection requirements?

  • To be national of a Member State of the European Union. This call is also open to candidates from Ukraine.
  • Have obtained a university degree within the last three (3) years before the closing date for applications.
  • Have a good knowledge of English, minimum level B2 according to Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR).
  • Have never been a trainee (paid or unpaid) and/or have never had any other kind of employment in any European Institution before.

Duration: from 6 to 12 months, renewable.

Paid: Yes. The selected trainees receive a monthly grant according to the cost-of-living of each location plus compensation of travel expenses at the beginning and at end of the traineeship.

Starting Date: October 2024.


More information: https://fusionforenergy.europa.eu/traineeships/

Traineeships - CAJU

Location(s): Brussels (Belgium)
Institution/Agency: Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking

Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking is looking for candidates to join the Project Management Unit as trainee (6-month). The start date of the traineeship will be 1st March 2024.

Clean Aviation JU is located in Brussels and this position requires presence in the office.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Be national of one of the Member States of the EU and enjoy full rights as citizens.
  • Have a level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma.
  • Have a very good command of written and spoken English.
  • Demonstrate a good knowledge of Windows tools such as Word, Power Point, Excel, web based systems.

Candidates must provide copies of the diplomas or other relevant certificates.


More information: https://www.clean-aviation.eu/about-us/who-we-are/organisation/team-and-vacanci…

Traineeships - ECDC

Location(s): Stockholm (Sweden)
Institution/Agency: (ECDC) European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control

The purpose of the programme is to provide trainees with an understanding of the Centre and its role within the activities of the European Union while also providing an opportunity to acquire practical knowledge and professional experience.

Who can apply: Nationals of a Member State of the EU, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, who have completed their studies and been awarded a full university degree

Duration: 5-9 months

Paid: Yes. Around 1,900 € per month

Starting Dates: Between February and April 2025


More information: https://ecdc.europa.eu/en/about-us/work-us/traineeships