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My choice to work at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) within the Blue Book Traineeship, a 5-months traineeship programme at the European Commission, was driven by my passion for scientific research and my desire to connect it with the policy field. Working for the “Science for Democracy and Evidence Informed Policymaking” Unit was the perfect opportunity for me because its remit is to better understand how to use scientific knowledge to inform policymaking.
At the end of my Traineeship I can finally confirm that this was a truly unique experience. I gained professional expertise, international experience, [...]
Despite the pandemic, I am very grateful to say that my experience as a Blue Book trainee was truly rewarding one. [...]
My time at the JRC has been eye-opening, to say the least. It has deepened my understanding of [...]
Having started in the Secretariat General in March 2022, right at the start of the Russian aggression in Ukraine, I can say my [...]
The Blue Book Traineeship is definitely the experience to be done! It is good for those who want to start their career in an EU institution. [...]
In the ERCC analytical team, I was surrounded with very supportive colleagues, allowing me to learn [...]
This is a perfect programme for various individuals to expand their horizons and gain excellent experience at the highest
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I travelled from Réunion Island to live the incredible experience of the Bluebook traineeship.
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My traineeship at the Frontex Situation Centre offered more than just technical skills and knowledge. It allowed me to cultivate a range of [...]
This traineeship provided me with direct knowledge of the inner workings of EU institutions. This is an incredible experience for a non-EU citizen. [...]
Being a Bluebook trainee in Luxembourg and president of the Trainee's Committee has been a very rewarding experience.
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In October 2023, I started working as a trainee at the Representation of the European Commission
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The Blue Book Traineeship is not just about the work. The tasks and daily work are interesting, but the BBT is also about
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My traineeship at DG ENER was extremely interesting and eyes opening on the way new EU energy policies are negotiated, [...]