NATO’s Young Professionals Programme (YPP) aims to develop highly talented professionals who are interested in accelerating their career through entry-level positions at NATO. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in various areas in different NATO bodies and gain a range of experiences across the Alliance. Who can apply Young people between 21 and 32 years […]
Work placements – EUSPA
The European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) offers university students and graduates a unique, first-hand insight into the workings of EUSPA and the EU institutions. Two types of internship are available: Regular paid placements (lasting up to twelve months) are advertised in the specific calls for applications listed below. We recommend that you […]
The spring 2026 economic forecasts point to a slowdown in growth as the energy crisis drives up inflation
The spring 2026 economic forecasts point to a slowdown in economic activity, as the conflict in the Middle East is causing a new energy crisis that is fuelling inflation and undermining economic confidence. Before the end of February 2026, the EU economy was expected to continue growing at a moderate pace alongside a further decline […]
Camp – Rebooting Democracy – Croatia
Democracy re:boot Camp is a pan-European in-person programme designed to strengthen democratic resilience by empowering a new generation of leaders. Organised by D-Hub and the ERSTE Foundation, the 2026 edition will take place from 24 to 28 September on the island of Cres, Croatia. Who can apply? Aged 18–28 Based in Europe Active involvement in […]
Slovakia: MEPs call for measures to protect EU values and the EU budget
Parliament wants the Commission to assess whether there is a clear risk that the Slovak government will seriously breach the EU’s founding values. In a resolution adopted on Wednesday by 347 votes to 165, with 25 abstentions, MEPs express their deep concern at the deterioration in respect for democracy, the rule of law and fundamental […]
The Commission has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Ukraine, paving the way for macro-financial assistance under the loan facility for Ukraine
Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis,on behalf of the Commission, today signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Ukraine, which will underpin the forthcoming macro-financial assistance under the Ukraine Support Loan. This follows formal approval by the participating Member States in the Macro-Financial Assistance Committee on 18 May. The Memorandum of Understanding sets out the key parameters for the […]
Overcapacity in the steel sector: MEPs approve new measures to protect the EU steel market.
The new regulations replace the measures due to expire on 30 June 2026 and will help to protect the EU steel industry from the negative effects of a global steel surplus. The regulation introduces lower import quotas by limiting duty-free import volumes to 18.3 million tonnes per year, representing a 47% reduction compared to the […]
Internships – European Labour Authority (ELA) – Belgium
The European Labour Authority (ELA) is a decentralised agency of the European Union, established in 2019 and based in Bratislava (Slovakia). The ELA’s aim is to help ensure that EU rules on labour mobility and social security coordination are applied fairly, simply and effectively, and to make it easier for citizens and businesses to reap […]
The Commission has presented a plan to ensure the supply of fertilisers and food security in Europe.
On Tuesday 19 May, the European Commission adopted the Fertiliser Action Plan: an initiative to support farmers facing rising costs and fertiliser shortages, boost domestic production and reduce Europe’s dependence on imports. The Plan will contribute directly to ensuring food security and strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy, whilst pursuing ambitious climate and environmental goals. Recent supply […]