The European Commission and Smart Africa took a further step in supporting the digital transformation of the African continent together. The Commission Services and Smart Africa signed an Administrative Arrangement to enhance cooperation and support a human-centric digital transformation of Africa. The partnership was formalised during a high-level roundtable discussion with European and African government […]
Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY)
Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY) is a programme for young people eager to gain new international experiences through volunteering and interested to contribute to solidarity projects through cooperation. Along with local actors, IVY volunteers tackle the challenges that Europe and its neighbouring regions are facing, helping to find and implement common solutions. IVY volunteers serve […]
Mario Draghi outlines his plan to improve Europe’s competitiveness
On Tuesday, Mario Draghi outlined his blueprint for improving Europe’s competitiveness through closer cooperation in core areas and massive investment in shared objectives. Mr Draghi, author of a report on European competitiveness requested by the President of the European Commission, said that the EU needed to focus on three crucial issues: closing the innovation gap […]
ESMA Traineeships
Based in Paris (France), the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is an independent EU Authority that contributes to safeguarding the stability of the European Union’s financial system by enhancing the protection of investors and promoting stable and orderly financial markets. It offers 6-12 months long paid traineeships to European students and graduates in different departments such […]
Traineeships at the European University Institute
Every year, the European University Institute (EUI) offers a number of traineeship opportunities for motivated talents from various academic and professional backgrounds. This is a unique opportunity to work in a field of your choice, building your career in an international and multicultural research organisation while enjoying the cultural, social, and recreational facilities in one […]
European Banking Authority Traineeships
The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU Authority which works to ensure effective and consistent prudential regulation and supervision across the European banking sector. Its overall objectives are to maintain financial stability in the EU and to safeguard the integrity, efficiency and orderly functioning of the banking sector. Each year, the European Banking Authority […]
REGIOSTARS Awards
The RegioStars Awards, initiated by the European Commission, seeks to recognize exemplary regional development practices and showcase innovative projects that can inspire other regions. Categories REGIOSTARS are awarded to projects on these thematic categories: A COMPETITIVE AND SMART EUROPE A GREEN EUROPE A CONNECTED EUROPE A SOCIAL AND INCLUSIVE EUROPE A EUROPE CLOSER TO THE […]
European Festivals Fund Emerging Artists
The European Festivals Fund for Emerging Artists (EFFEA) programme supports the international career of emerging artists across Europe. It offers two types of grants: 1. Discovery Grants: 40 grants of €8,000 each for early career artists who will engage in residencies and receive mentorship, facilitated by a host festival and two partner festivals. 2. Springboard […]
Commission invests more than EUR 233 million in strategic environment and climate projects across Europe
The Commission is investing over €233 million in twelve new Strategic Projects across Europe under the LIFE programme to support the implementation of the EU’s environmental and climate ambitions under the European Green Deal. These Strategic Projects are expected to mobilise substantial additional funds from other EU sources, including agricultural, structural, regional and research funds, as well as […]