Paid Traineeships at the European Economic and Social Committee (Open to all graduates and students in Europe)
Overview The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) offers traineeships to university graduates and students twice a year. These opportunities are designed to provide professional experience and an understanding of the EESC’s roles and activities. Types of Traineeships Long-term Traineeships Duration: Five months Eligibility: University graduates Location: EESC offices in Brussels Compensation: €1,418.20 per month […]
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- Network with experts in various fields
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Overview The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) offers traineeships to university graduates and students twice a year. These opportunities are designed to provide professional experience and an understanding of the EESC’s roles and activities. Types of Traineeships Long-term Traineeships Duration: Five months Eligibility: University graduates Location: EESC offices in Brussels Compensation: €1,418.20 per month […]
Overview
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) offers traineeships to university graduates and students twice a year. These opportunities are designed to provide professional experience and an understanding of the EESC’s roles and activities.
Types of Traineeships
- Long-term Traineeships
- Duration: Five months
- Eligibility: University graduates
- Location: EESC offices in Brussels
- Compensation: €1,418.20 per month
- Application Periods:
- Autumn Session: Apply by 31 March
- Spring Session: Apply by 30 September
- Short-term Traineeships
- Duration: One to three months
- Eligibility: University students requiring a traineeship for their studies
- Compensation: 50% of the monthly grant for long-term trainees
- Application: No fixed deadline; applications valid for six months
Benefits
- Gain professional experience in a multicultural environment
- Enhance research, writing, and event management skills
- Network with experts in various fields
What is offered:
- a monthly grant corresponding to 50% of the monthly amount granted to long-term trainees;
- a mobility allowance;
- a travel allowance (if applicable).
Application Process
Long-term Traineeships
- Application Form: Complete the online application form. Please submit an online application form.
- Required Documents: University diploma or equivalent, identity card or passport
- Selection Process: Pre-selected candidates will be asked to submit additional documents, including a police record extract and medical certificate
Short-term Traineeships
- Application Form: Complete the online application form. Please submit an online application form.
- Required Documents: University enrollment certificate, proof of compulsory traineeship, health insurance, police record extract, and medical certificate
Important Considerations
- Communication: Only contact the EESC traineeship office via email if necessary
- Document Submission: Only submit documents when requested
- Application Validity: Short-term applications remain valid for six months
- Health and Accident Insurance: Mandatory for all trainees
Eligibility:
1. I haven’t got my diploma yet – can I apply?
To apply for a long-term traineeship, you must hold a recognised university-level degree of at least three years of studies, attested by a diploma by the closing date for applications.
2. I am 33 years old – can I apply?
Yes, there is no age limit.
To apply, please submit an online application form.
Your application will remain valid for six months. If we are in a position to offer you a traineeship during that period, we will get in touch with you and ask you to submit the following supporting documents:
- a certificate confirming attendance at a university or a higher education establishment,
- proof that such a traineeship is compulsory for the completion of your studies,
- proof of valid health insurance,
- an extract from police records, and
- a medical certificate proving that you are medically fit to carry out the traineeship.
Please note: Short-term traineeships may only start on the 1st or 16th of a given month, except July and August. There will be at least two months between the submission of an application and the start of the traineeship.
Additional Information
Twice a year the European Economic and Social Committee offers traineeships for a period of five months to university graduates (long-term traineeship).
In addition, the EESC can offer short, paid traineeships of one, two or three months to university students for whom such a traineeship is compulsory for the completion of their studies.(short-term traineeship).
For more information:
- Long-term traineeship
- Short-term traineeship
- Rules and application forms
- Data protection notice
- Frequently asked questions
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please ensure your application is complete for consideration.
Source: https://www.eesc.europa.eu/en/work-with-us/traineeships/long-term-traineeships