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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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European Data Protection Supervisor

Location(s): Brussels (Belgium)
Institution/Agency: European Data Protection Supervisor


The EDPS offers recent university graduates the opportunity to put into practice the knowledge acquired during their studies, particularly in their specific areas of competence. Traineeships allow trainees to acquire practical experience of the EDPS’ day-to-day activities as well as in data protection.

Who can apply: Nationals of a Member State of the EU who have completed the first cycle of the higher education course (three years of university education) and obtained a full degree or its equivalent

Duration: 5 months

Paid: Yes. Around 950€ per month

Starting Dates: 1 March and 1 October


More information: https://edps.europa.eu/about-edps/recruitment_en#traineeship

EASA Graduate Traineeship Programme (GTP)

Location(s): Cologne (Germany)
Institution/Agency: (EASA) European Union Aviation Safety Agency


The Agency offers opportunities in all areas of the organisation both for recent graduates and university students. These opportunities aim to give an understanding of the Agency and its role within the activities of the European Union.

Who can apply: Nationals of one of the EASA Member States or of a country with observer status in the EASA Management Board whose background is relevant to the activities of the Agency

Duration: 12 months

Paid: Yes.

Starting Dates: Ongoing


More information: https://www.easa.europa.eu/the-agency/careers-working-for-us/traineeships-and-s…

EUIPO - Unpaid Traineeships

Location(s): Alicante (Spain)
Institution/Agency: (EUIPO) European Union Intellectual Property Office

This traineeship programme is intended for university graduates who, in the course of their studies or in some other manner, have already gained some initial experience in the areas of work of the Office.

Who can apply: Nationals of EU Member States and from non EU countries, who have completed at least the first cycle of a higher education course certified by an official document from the University and have a working knowledge of one of Office's five working languages (English, French, German, Italian and Spanish).

Duration: 2-6 months

Paid: No.

Starting Dates: Ongoing


More information: https://euipo.europa.eu/ohimportal/en/traineeships

Traineeships - ENISA

Location(s): Athens (Greece), Brussels (Belgium)
Institution/Agency: (ENISA) European Union Agency for Cybersecurity

Through its traineeship scheme, ENISA benefits from the input of university graduates without excluding those who – in the framework of lifelong learning – have recently obtained a university diploma or are at the beginning of a new professional career.

Who can apply: Nationals of the Member States of the European Union or the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), unless an exception is authorized by the appointing authority, who have completed a university-level education of at least 3 years and obtained a full bachelor’s degree or its equivalent by the closing date for applications and enjoy their full rights as citizens.

Duration: 6-12 months

Paid: Yes. Around 1,500€ per month

Starting Dates: Ongoing

ENISA’s career portal: Careers | ENISA


More information: https://www.enisa.europa.eu/recruitment/working-for-enisa/traineeship