Are you a university student interested in international relations?  Is a working experience part of your course?  Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Office represents EU interests and values in Hong Kong and Macao ?

We offer:

Traineeships of up to 6 months within the following sections of the EU Office to Hong Kong and Macao, starting in October 2024 :

Under the supervision and mentoring of a Trainees’ supervisors, these compulsory traineeships will provide a solid and meaningful learning content, notably by the prior identification of the specific skills to be acquired in relation with the studies of the candidates.

• Traineeship in the Political, Press and Information Section (PPI):

Main tasks:

• research and analysis of information
• draft press digests and information bulletins, analytical reports on various policy developments in Hong Kong and Macao
• update the Office's social media platforms
• attend and participate in meetings, cultural and visibility events, seminars and conferences in Hong Kong and Macao
• support the Section in the preparation of visits, missions and meetings as well as follow-up actions

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Candidates must have the ability to communicate fluently in English; fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin is an asset
• Candidates must be residing in Hong Kong at the time of application.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address  [email protected] and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europa.eu/europass/en (CVs in other format will not be considered)
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• a University letter requesting a compulsory traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship – PPI  

Important information to read before applying

Before applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a compulsory traineeships (Article 9 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 - Unpaid compulsory traineeships for students already residing and studying in the host country).

All costs related to travel inside the country of residence, visa, insurance, accommodation and living expenses must be borne by either the trainee or the University.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidate is not able to present the required documents, his/her candidacy will be rejected.

EU candidates who are already residing in the country of assignment must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation.

The traineeship can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation. In assessing the applications received, account will need to be taken of the current sanitary situation and its effects on traineeship possibilities.