Twice a year the General Secretariat of the Council offers 5-month paid traineeship periods in Brussels:
- 1 February to 30 June (first period)
- 1 September to 31 January (second period)
Regular paid traineeships
Eligibility
- Applicants must be EU citizens;
- Have a university degree;
- Proficiency in English or French (C1 level) and very good knowledge of two EU official languages;
- Completing the first cycle of higher education is necessary.
- No previous training (paid or unpaid) or employment for more than six weeks at an EU institution, body, agency or office.
Benefits
- A monthly grant of €1 476.34 net.
- Two days of leave per month.
- €70 monthly allowance for use in Council’s restaurants.
- A travel allowance.
Deadline: 24 September 2025, 12:00 CEST.
Positive Action Programme for Trainees with a Disability
Eligibility
- EU nationals with a recognised disability.
- They must be at least a third-year student/college of a university/college.
Benefits
Personalised support and a monthly grant of €2 214.51 net.
Deadline: 24 September 2025, 12:00 CEST.
More information: Eurodesk
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