The traineeships programme of the European Commission is one of the most prestigious in Europe. Thousands of applicants submit their applications every year but only about 1.400 are selected.
But what is actually in it for you?
This is a paid traineeship of 5 months with the European Commission (or some executive bodies and agencies of the European Institutions like, for instance, the European External Action Service or Executive Agency for Competitiveness and Innovation), starting on either 1st March or 1st October every year.
You will receive a monthly grant of some €1.000 and reimbursement of travel expenses. Accident and health insurance can also be provided.
Every year, there are about 1.400 places available.
If you are one of the selected candidates you get hands-on experience in the international and multicultural environment. This can be an important enrichment for your further career.
What’s the work like?
Trainees work all over the European Commission services. The content of the job largely depends on the service you are assigned to. You may work in the field of competition law, human resources, environmental policy, etc. Your daily work will mainly consist of:
- attending and organising meetings, working groups, forums, public hearings,
- researching and compiling documentation, reports, consultations; answering queries,
- running projects.
Who can apply?
The traineeship program is open to university graduates from all over the world who have a:
- degree of at least 3 years of study (minimum a bachelor),
- very good knowledge of English or French or German.
- very good knowledge of a second EU official language (required for nationals of EU countries).
Please note!
People who have previously done more than 6 weeks of in-service training or work (paid or unpaid) for any of the European institutions or bodies are excluded.
Important information:
There are two intakes every year – in March and October.
Next application period: You can apply for the March-July 2016 traineeship between mid-July and end of August 2015. Keep an eye on our website for the exact dates.
Infographic: Andjela Tatarovic
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