Blue Book traineeships
Twice a year, the Commission offers 5-month paid traineeships.
Conference on the Future of Europe
This is your opportunity to speak up, to say what kind of Europe you want to live in, to help shape our future.
Equal opportunities
At the European Commission's Traineeships Office, we believe in equality and diversity.
Registration is open for the March 2023 session
Apply from 20 July 2022 at 12:00 midday Central European Summer Time (CEST)
until 31 August 2022 at 12:00 midday (CEST)
Get started with the basics
Ready to apply?
Are you ready to apply for a traineeship at the European Commission or its agencies?
Trainees' testimonials
A selection of topics
Who can apply?
Subject to eligibility, the traineeship is open to all EU citizens regardless of your age, and a limited number of non-EU nationals.
Application procedure
The application procedure consists of three steps: registration for EU Login, completion of the application form and submission.
Recruitment procedure
The steps to apply: from submitting your application to accepting your traineeship.
Rules
Rules governing the traineeship programme. Please ensure that you have read and fully understand them before applying.
Privacy statement
Specific privacy statement for an official traineeship at the European Commission, its agencies and bodies.
Helpful links
Resources to help guide you through the application process and your traineeship.