Are you a young graduate interested in trade and 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 the WTO?

We offer:

Traineeships of up to 5 months within the following sections of the EU Delegation to the WTO, starting in March 2025, subject to budget availability.

• Traineeship in the Trade Section (TRADE):

Main tasks:

• Research and analysis relating to the legal, economic and political aspects of the WTO
• Attending internal and external meetings, conferences, etc. relating to the work of the Mission
• Note-taking and reporting
• Assistance with press and information activities
• Support the social media work of the Delegation

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• At least a Bachelors or preferably a Masters level university degree in a discipline directly relevant to international trade, law or economics
• Previous experience or an otherwise demonstrated interest (e.g. academic work) in international trade and/or EU affairs
• Excellent drafting skills in English
• Knowledge and experience with communications and social media is an asset

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 - Trade 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.