Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Montenegro?

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the European Integration, Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Montenegro, starting in June 2022.

The European Integration, Political, Press and Information Section contributes to the Delegation's pursuit of EU policies, in particular European integration, by analysing and reporting on political, economic and trade developments, promoting reform progress and improving the visibility, awareness and understanding of the EU in Montenegro.

Main tasks:

• Information gathering and analysis.
• Research and reporting.
• Contribute to the organisation of thematic shared files.
• Supporting the administrative coordination of the Section.
• Help with other emerging tasks within the section’s portfolio.
• Contributing to the organisation of visibility events.
• Participating in meetings and conferences.
• Providing interpretation and minute taking.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Maximum one year of professional experience
• Good command of Word and Excel
• Experience in translating would be an advantage
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English

How to apply?

Candidates must submit their application file via e-mail to the following address

 [email protected] .

The application file must include:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) following the standard Europass format https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/. CVs in other format will not be considered.
• A cover letter presenting the candidate’s motivation to participate in an EU traineeship.
• The application form duly filled in.

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - European Integration, Political, Press and Information Section.

Important information to read before applying

Before applying it is requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travel inside the country of residence, visa, insurance and accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

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.

Non-resident candidates must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation.

Traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin. In assessing the applications received, the COVID-19 situation and its possible effects on access possibilities to the country of assignment must be taken into account. Thus, candidates currently residing in the country of assignment might be preferred.

The Delegation informs that, even if our Headquarters confirm the eligibility of the selected candidate, traineeships could be postponed, suspended or even cancelled, considering the very evolving context of the COVID-19 outbreak in the host country, as well as in the country of origin. The same rule applies if a selected candidate is unable to reach the country of assignment.