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 Malaysia?

We offer:

Traineeships of up to 6 months within the following sections of the EU Delegation to Malaysia, starting in March 2025, subject to budget availability.

• Traineeship in the Political, Press and Information Section:

The Political section is responsible for political analysis and reporting, relations in this field with the Malaysia interlocutors, coordination with EU Member States and organisation of public events. It also covers press and information activities, including substantial cultural diplomacy. There is a growing cooperation with Malaysia in different sectors, and this includes political as well as press and information aspects. There is a considerable number of events either hosted by the EU Delegation, or in which we participate.

Main tasks:

Political Trainee (POL):

• Assist with the analysis of the political situation in Malaysia;
• Monitoring of local media regarding, in particular, domestic and foreign policies including ASEAN relations, rule of law, human rights and governance;
• Support the EU's cooperation with Malaysia regarding human rights;
• Drafting of background notes on specific issues;
• Help with outreach to relevant local stakeholders;
• Support the organization of the events related to the work of the Delegation;
• Attending and reporting from meetings, academic lectures and think tanks, event.

Press and Information Trainee (PPI)

• Monitoring of local media for priority issues of importance to EU-Malaysia relations;
• Support the organisation of the Delegation's public diplomacy events and activities;
• Support the production of media products, such as daily news overview and items for the Delegation's social media;
• Participate in report on local events as major political meetings, academic lectures and think tanks; and provide support for incoming visit;
• Attending and reporting from such events as major political meetings, academic lectures and think tanks; and provide support for incoming visit.

• Traineeship in the Trade and Economic Section (TRADE):

The Trade and Economic Section is a small and dynamic section within the EU Delegation to Malaysia that deals with bilateral trade and economic relations between the EU and Malaysia. It works closely with the Malaysian Government, the network of European Trade Counsellors as well as with Malaysian and European business organisations in areas of EU interest (e.g. trade in goods, procurement, trade irritants, trade and sustainable development, etc.)

Main tasks:

Support the Trade and Economic Section in:

• Analysis of and reporting on bilateral trade and investment developments and issues of particular interest;
• Analysis of and reporting on Malaysia's trade policy in relation to third countries, including ASEAN, and its impact on the EU;
• Analysis of and reporting on macro or sector-specific Malaysian economic policies and developments;
• Participation in and reporting on local events, including seminars, workshops, conferences;
• Statistical data collation and analysis of trade and economic indicators.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in Malaysia will only be considered.

Political, Press and Information Section

• At least a Bachelor degree in international relations, political science, law or similar degree;
• Excellent spoken and written English and Malay; interest in and knowledge of Malaysian politics an advantage;
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills; and good IT skills.

Trade and Economic Section

• At least a Bachelor degree in related field.
• Having good drafting skills in English is required
• Knowledge of trade and economic policies, background the international trading system and legal questions is an asset but not a prerequisite
• Enthusiasm, team working abilities, passion for multi-cultural and multi-lingual work environment, and resilience would be an advantage
• Excellent spoken and written in English and Malay is an advantage

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
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - (Name/Acronym of the Section) (you may only apply to 1 traineeship per delegation, however based on your profile, the delegation could offer you a traineeship in another section).

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 paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. As an indication, 2024 monthly grants are published here. These amounts may be revised for traineeships starting in 2025. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, 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 candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.

Citizens from EU Member states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must hold a relevant entrance visa and / or temporary residence permit where applicable, based on the traineeship agreement, the duration of the traineeship, and in compliance with the local legislation.