Traineeship programmes
Twice a year, the Council offers 5-month paid traineeships in Brussels:
- 16 February to 15 July (first period)
- 1 September to 31 January (second period)
The application period for the traineeship starting in September 2025 will be open from 12 February (noon, CET) to 12 March (noon, CET).
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/general-secretariat/jobs/traineeships/#programmes
Who can apply
| Nationality | EU citizens |
| Education |
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| Profile | We are looking for candidates with diverse backgrounds as we offer traineeships in different areas (policy, administration, communication, IT, etc.) |
| Languages |
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| Experience | No previous training (paid or unpaid) or employment for more than six weeks at an EU institution, body, agency or office |
| Age | There is no age limit |