Praktika ELi institutsioonides, asutustes ja ametites

Praktikaprogramm on mõeldud peamiselt noortele ülikoolilõpetanutele, kuid selles võivad osaleda ka need, kes on elukestva õppe raames hiljuti akadeemilise kraadi omandanud ja alustavad uut karjääri.

Kes saavad kandideerida:

• Vähemalt 18aastased Euroopa Liidu liikmesriikide kodanikud.
• Kandidaadi haridustase peab vastama lõpetatud ülikooliõppele, mis kestab tavapäraselt vähemalt kolm aastat ning mida tõendab diplom (mis on välja antud ELi liikmesriigis või mille kohta on liikmesriigi ametiasutus välja andnud samaväärsuse tõendi).
• Kandidaadil ei tohi olla mõnest Euroopa Liidu institutsioonist või asutusest saadud varasemat praktika- või töökogemust ja ta ei tohi olla kandideerimise ajal mõnes Euroopa Liidu institutsioonis või asutuses praktikat läbimas või tööl.

Kestus: 6 kuud

Tasustatud: jah. 600 eurot (igakuine toetus) ja 350 eurot (majutustoetus).

Alguskuupäevad: 1. september või 1. märts.

Do you want to:

• Get practical, first-hand training and work experience in an EU security and defence Agency?
• Join a multi-national team of first-class experts with diverse backgrounds (civil, military and intelligence)?
• Work in an intellectually stimulating environment offering an attractive financial benefits package?

And all of that, in a unique location (Torrejón de Ardoz airbase) just 20 minutes outside one of the coolest cities in Europe: Madrid!

What traineeships do we offer?

We are looking for profiles that range from:

• Geospatial Science/GEOINT/IMINT profiles.
• Open- Source Information Analysts and Quality Assurance specialists.
• IT profiles (Cybersecurity, AI/Machine Learning).
• Legal, Human Resources, Communications and Finance.
   

Length:

Traineeships are offered for an initial period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension for another 6 months (max. 12 months).
 

Financial deal:

Traineeships encompass full-time work experience at SatCen (40 hours a week), and trainees receive a monthly stipend of €1,200 plus a transport allowance of €206.89.
 

Requirements:

Our traineeships are compatible with previous traineeships in other EU Institutions/Agencies: even if you have already been a trainee in the past, you can still apply!

Other than that, candidates must:

• Be nationals of the Member States of the European Union.
• Have recently graduated from university or be in the last year of their studies.
• Have a very good knowledge of at least two EU languages, one of which should be English (minimum level of B2), the working language of the SatCen.
   

Key dates:

As a general rule, traineeships are organised via 2 yearly intakes:

-  In spring: from 1 April until 30 September. (approx. publication period: October to November).

-  In autumn: from 1 October until 31 March. (approx. publication period: April to May).
 

Please, note that the actual timeframes are clearly indicated in each vacancy notice, and may vary according to the needs of the Centre. 
 

Spring Session: 16 February to 15 July - Application period: 1 July to 30 September (noon/12:00, Brussels time) of the previous year
Autumn Session: 16 September to 15 February - Application period: 3 January to 31 March (noon/12:00, Brussels time) of the same year

As a CoR trainee, you will be witnessing first-hand the dynamics of a multilingual and multinational institution. Within a small group of trainees, you will not only be able to work across a wide range of EU policy aspects, but you will also have the unique possibility to create an event by yourself!

Thanks to the unique YFactor scheme, trainees are invited to carry out project work addressing issues that are relevant for European regions and cities. Whether you decide to work on a conference, a podcast, or an eBook – as a CoR trainee your creativity will be challenged and encouraged!

Who can apply: EU citizens.

Citizens from third countries (including the UK) can also apply, and may be selected in exceptional cases, notably if their candidature is of particular interest to the CoR and if they comply with the requirements under national immigration law for residing and working legally in Belgium.

University graduates who have obtained a full undergraduate academic degree, or have completed at least the third year of higher education (university or equivalent), by the closing date for applications.

Candidates with excellent knowledge of one of the EU's official languages and satisfactory knowledge of French or English.

Duration: 5 months

Paid: Yes. Around 1,400 € per month

Starting Dates: 16 February and 16 September

Students looking to finalise their work project, or who are curious about how local and regional authorities contribute to EU legislation in fields such as Citizenship, Cohesion, Climate Change, Public Procurement and Security are welcome to apply for a short-term study visit. Study visits are an excellent opportunity to discover the geographical dimension of EU policies. Moreover, they provide the occasion to reinforce academic preparation with first-hand experience with the work of an EU consultative body.

Study visits are traineeships not remunerated by the CoR. In order to be accepted for a study visit, applicants must either:

• provide proof of funding from another body, such as a university, a public / private body or NGO, in the form of a scholarship, grant, etc.
• or provide proof that the study visit is an integral part of their education (for example, if the study visit is required as part of thesis research or to complete the course of studies).

Who can apply: EU citizens.

Citizens from third countries (including the UK) may apply and may be selected in exceptional cases, notably if their candidature is of particular interest to the CoR and if they comply with requirements under national immigration law for residing and working legally in Belgium.

The applicant has to hold at least a Bachelor's degree (or have completed half of a Bachelor's degree deemed relevant to the CoR's work).

Candidates with excellent knowledge of one of the EU's official languages and satisfactory knowledge of French or English.

Duration: 1 to 4 months (it may be extended to 6 months depending on the resources available)

Starting Dates: at any time, upon agreement

The scheme is open to staff or trainees from a national, regional or local public authority of an EU Member State and may give both the CoR and the official's employing institution the opportunity to enhance collaboration and networking opportunities. Moreover, officials participating in this type of exchange scheme may have the opportunity to gain insights into the work of the CoR while at the same time developing their skills, competencies and knowledge.

Who can apply: Staff from a national, regional or local public authority of an EU member state.

Citizens from third countries (including the UK) may apply and may be selected in exceptional cases, notably if their candidature is of particular interest to the CoR and if they comply with requirements under national immigration law for residing and working legally in Belgium.

The applicant has to hold at least a Bachelor's degree (or have completed half the cycle of a Bachelor's degree deemed relevant to the CoR's work) and work in a position at a level and with content corresponding to the duties performed by EU staff within the CoR.

Excellent knowledge of French or English.

Duration: 2 to 6 months (can be extended to 12 months)

Paid: Remuneration is provided by the sending institution.

Starting Dates: at any time, upon agreement

Internship position: Internship call – IT functions (Cyber & Information Security; Transition & Release Management; IT Service Management; IT Network Infrastructure; IT Project Management; Software Quality Assurance)

Deadline for Applications: 01 July 2025 
11:59 am (Strasbourg, France) 
12:59pm (Tallinn, Estonia)

Internship position: Internship call - Women in IT functions (Cyber & Information Security; Transition & Release Management; IT Service Management; IT Network Infrastructure)

Deadline for Applications: 01 July 2025 
11:59 am (Strasbourg, France) 
12:59pm (Tallinn, Estonia)

The European Labour Authority (ELA) is organising a selection procedure for the traineeship programme 2025/2026.

The traineeship may last a minimum of six and a maximum of 12 months. Traineeship agreements are initially offered for a period of six months with the option for extension.

Traineeships are planned to begin in October 2025.

Cedefop is the EU agency shaping learning and skills for Europe, based in vibrant Thessaloniki, Greece. We’re offering you a chance to gain hands-on experience, build real skills, grow your network, and make your mark in Europe.

Who can apply:

• Nationality: you must be a citizen of EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden) or EFTA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland).
• Education: you must have successfully completed a post-secondary education of at least 3 years (minimum EQF 6 level): this includes Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent qualifications; obtained within 3 years by the closing date for applications.
• Language: you must demonstrate a minimum C1 level of English proficiency in all areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening), in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Who can't apply:

• Candidates who do not meet the above requirements by the closing date of the traineeship notice.
• Candidates who have already benefited from any kind of paid/unpaid traineeship or employment within an EU institution/body/agency/office for more than 6 weeks.

Duration: 10 months.

Paid: Yes. Amount depending on place of recruitment.

Starting Date: 1 October

The JRC offers a stimulating, multicultural and multi-disciplinary research environment for trainees. 

Who can apply: Nationals of the Member States of the EU or of the countries associated to the Research Framework Programmes. 

Duration: 5 months.

Paid: Yes. Amount depending on place of recruitment.

Starting Dates: October and March (2 arrival session on a yearly basis).