About the programme

The European Court of Auditors places a high value on inclusion, providing opportunities for people with disabilities to do traineeships at the ECA. In addition to the standard traineeship scheme, the Positive Action Programme for trainees with disabilities offers an additional pathway for those with long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments.

The ECA offers two traineeships per year to EU nationals with a recognised disability.

We are currently accepting applications for traineeships in all our areas of work: audit, translation, communications, general administration, IT and library management. We particularly welcome applications from candidates in the fields of IT audit and data science. This is part of our ongoing efforts to improve our use of technology and data in audit and are looking for trainees with the vision and ideas to make a real impact in these areas.

Reasonable accommodation

By “reasonable accommodation” we mean any appropriate measures, where needed, allowing people with disabilities to work on an equal footing with others, unless these measures would place an undue burden on the employer.

The ECA can modify equipment, practices or policies on a case-by-case basis.

If you are selected as one of our trainees, we will contact you to discuss any specific needs you may have and ensure that you have all the necessary software, hardware, or ergonomic equipment from the beginning of your traineeship.

We also contact the ECA team that hosts our trainees to prepare for your arrival and your time with us.

Further important information can be found under the heading “Positive Action Programme for trainees with a disability” concerning the sessions, allowance, eligibility and the application procedure.