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 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 April 2024 for Trade or May 2024 for Political, Press and Information:

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

The Political, Press and Information Section contributes to the work of the Office in pursuing the EU's policies in all areas, promoting and protecting the EU's interests and values as well as promoting the visibility of the European Union.

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.

• Traineeship in the Trade Section (TRADE):

In addition to the monitoring, analysing and reporting regularly to Headquarters on internal and regional economic and trade developments, the Section covers policy areas such as trade, finance, climate change, environment, digital and innovation. The Section also provides support to visitors from EU institutions as well as briefing dossiers, speeches, statements, press releases and articles, as requested.

Main tasks:

• research and analysis of information;
• support the Section in the preparation of visits, missions and meetings as well as follow-up actions;
• attend and participate in related meetings;

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field;
• Excellent command in English, in particular solid drafting skills;
• Cantonese or Mandarin would be an asset;
• Be available full time, Monday through Friday.

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. 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.