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.
Mihaela from Romania
At the end of my Traineeship I can finally confirm that this was a truly unique experience.
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Kurt from Malta
Despite the pandemic, I am very grateful to say that my experience as a Blue Book trainee was truly rewarding one. [...]
Niamh from Ireland
Having started in the Secretariat General in March 2022, right at the start of the Russian aggression in Ukraine, [...]
Anhelina from Portugal
The Blue Book Traineeship is definitely the experience to be done! It is good for those who [...]
Marcel from Germany
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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Klara from Poland
My traineeship at DG ENER was extremely interesting and eyes opening on the way new EU energy policies are negotiated, [...]
Mantas from Lithuania
This is a perfect programme for various individuals to expand their horizons and gain excellent experience at the highest
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Maëva from Réunion
I travelled from Réunion Island to live the incredible experience of the Bluebook traineeship.
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Athina from Greece
My traineeship at the Frontex Situation Centre offered more than just technical skills and knowledge.
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Kezia from Indonesia
This traineeship provided me with direct knowledge of the inner workings of EU institutions
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Annaëlle from France
Being a Bluebook trainee in Luxembourg and president of the Trainee's Committee has been a very rewarding experience.
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Krusha from Belgium
I am sure that the things that I have learned at my Blue Book Traineeship are so unique, I wouldn't have learned them
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