Traineeships in the EU
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.
Traineeships - CBE JU
The CBE JU operates a traineeship programme. The programme gives trainees an understanding of the CBE JU and its role within the activities of the European Union, enables them to acquire practical knowledge of the CBE JU and obtain professional experience in the course of their work.
The CBE JU wishes to host two trainees to support the Programme Unit and one trainee to support the Communications team.
Who can apply?
- Nationals of a Member State of the European Union
- Applicants must have a university degree or its equivalent by the closing date for applications (attested by a diploma/other relevant certificate)
- Applicants must not have already benefited or benefit from any kind of in-service training within a European institution or body, nor have had or have any kind of employment within a European institution or body.
Traineeship periods
Programme Unit: from March to August 2025 and from September 2025 to February 2026
Communications team: from February to July 2025
Paid: Yes. The CBE JU pays a monthly grant of EUR 1.418,19 net per month and will pay a travel allowance to compensate the expenses incurred at the beginning and at the end of the traineeship from the place of residence.
More information: https://www.cbe.europa.eu/vacanciesIT internships for WOMEN
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
Cyber & Information Security; Transition Management; Network; Software Engineering; IT Product Management; Reporting and ITSM Processes; Operations Services
Traineeships - Eurojust
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://www.eurojust.europa.eu/about-us/jobs/vacanciesGraphic design trainee - IHI
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/ihiTraineeships - EMSA
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.htmlTraineeship opportunities at Fusion for Energy (F4E)
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 hereTraineeships - F4E
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
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
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