Last July 16, the European Commission updated rules for its traineeship programme, establishing a single modernised framework that makes the scheme more inclusive and better aligned with Europe’s skills and employment objectives. For the first time, graduates from vocational education and training (VET) will be eligible to apply to the Commission’s traineeship programme – the ‘Blue […]
Internships – Blue Book Traineeship programme
Twice a year, the European Commission organises a five-month professional development programme for university graduates. This five-month paid training programme offers graduates: Practical experience in EU policy-making and administration. Professional skills for a global career Intercultural awareness and personal development Trainees work in a multicultural environment, develop professional skills and gain an in-depth insight into […]
Internships – Blue Book Traineeships
The European Commission organises twice a year in-service training period lasting five months for university graduates. This does not exclude those who, in the framework of lifelong learning – have recently obtained a university diploma and are at the beginning of a new professional career. The training periods start on 1 March and 1 October […]
Traineeships at the European Commission
The Commission organises twice a year in-service training periods lasting five months for university graduates. This does not exclude those who, in the framework of lifelong learning – have recently obtained a university diploma and are at the beginning of a new professional career. The training periods start on 1 March and 1 October each […]



