Temporary staff are recruited to fill vacant positions within EU institutions and agencies for a fixed period, ranging from a few months to several years.

Their tasks may include regulatory, legal, scientific, or financial support; policy and data analysis; IT, administrative, research, communication, and programming duties, among others.

Temporary positions require various qualifications and specialisations, covering roles from assistants to higher administrators.

• Administrators are typically recruited at grades from entry-level AD 5 up to AD 6 or higher.
• Assistant grades range from AST 1 to AST 3, with higher levels for specialised roles.

For more information on employment conditions, you may consult this document (in English, in French or in German) and see the salary table effective from 1 April 2025.

Check also the open positions for temporary staff.