Come and discover more about the organizations that will take part in the International Careers Fair, a completely free event that will take place in Rome on 11 and 12 March, organized by the Giovani nel mondo  association, an association that for years has been committed to the promotion of activities for young people interested in emerging in the broad scenario of international relations.

Do not waste any more time, here you can find the link to register for free to the International Careers Fair: Form

The Costa Group is the largest Italian travel group and the Europe’s number one cruise operator. It is integral part of Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s biggest cruise operator with more than 103 ships; The Costa Group comprises the brands Costa Cruises S.p.A., AIDA Cruises and Costa Asia.

With 27 ships on service and 76'000 available beds offered, The Costa Group is headquartered in Genoa (Italy) and sails to over 250 destinations worldwide in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, The Baltic Sea, The Caribbean, Central and South America, the United Arab Emirates, the Far East, the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea, plus Round-the-World cruises. It is expected within 2021 that 6 ships of new generation will be integrated to the fleet, according to criteria of responsible innovation that is marking a new trend in the cruise industry.

From 70 years, Costa Cruises represents hospitality and Italian style.

From the beginning, we operate with passion to make our guests find the most wonderful places all over the world, offering them the opportunity to explore new countries and to meet different cultures, with respect for their identities.

As the only Cruise Company sailing the Italian flag, we need the duty and the prestige for being ambassador of Italian values in the world and for representing Italy along the destinations during our itineraries.

For us in Costa, the responsible innovation plays a fundamental role when designing future ships and developing onboard experience, that we plan and organize with great attention for details to offer an oriented holiday towards local cultures in order to be more and more responsible travellers.

Since our first voyage with Anna C on the 31st March 1948 from Genoa to Buenos Aires, it was 70 years ago, we sail all over the world bringing the Italian flag with pride, yesterday as nowadays.

We have never stopped. During all these years, we collected many stories: one for each of our ships. For example, the Franca C was the first ship in the world built for cruising. It was the 1957. Time after time, shapes, sizes and design changed and we introduced balconies in the most of cabins; the preferences and the needs of guests evolved, but our values and promises did not change, such as the focus of constantly putting guest at the centre of our thoughts.

This is the reason why we marked a route looking for innovation and responsible development as pillars of our future; as a matter of the fact, we are engaged to minimize the environmental impact over destinations we visit with you, together.

Participate in the Festival and you will have the opportunity to get in touch with this dynamic and multicultural company! Don’t miss this great opportunity! Join the Festival to find out more about Costa but first don’t forget to fill in the registration form. See you in Rome the 11th and the 12th March at the International Careers Fair!

Do not forget to check out the many Costa offers! Read here: Costa Crociere opportunities

The Nonviolent Peaceforce US office in St. Paul, MN accepts applications for various positions on a rolling basis. If you share the organization's mission and you're ready to test yourself then do not miss the opportunity!

For more opportunities go to: International Organization

Organization: Nonviolent Peaceforce fosters dialogue among parties in conflict and provides a protective presence for threatened civilians.

With the headquarters in Ferney Voltaire (France) and an office in Minneapolis, NP field teams are presently deployed in the Philippines, in South Sudan, Myanmar and the Middle East. The field staff include veterans of conflict zones, experienced peacekeepers, and those new to the field with the right combination of experience, skills, aptitude and attitude.  The aim is to protect civilians in violent conflicts through unarmed strategies and build peace side by side with local communities advocating for the wider adoption of these approaches to safeguard human lives and dignity.

Duty Station: Nonviolent Peaceforce Office, Minneapolis

Open To: candidates who share interest in the mission of The Nonviolent Peaceforce

Timeframe: Semesters Available: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring

Deadline: open - you can apply throughout the year

Job description: Internships can be summer-long, semester-long, or customized to meet your needs. They are currently accepting applications for the role of Database Assistant. Assist Nonviolent Peaceforce in keeping meaningful and accurate data on donors, supporters and contacts in Raiser’s Edge, their relationship management database. The database assistant will also work on planning for methods, policy, and procedures for improved data integrity. This position works heavily with computers

Qualifications: The ideal candidate must meet the following qualifications:

- Enjoy working with computers and have general proficiency;  

- Experience and ability in internet searches;

- Very good reasoning skills;

-  Attention to detail;

-  Able to follow written and verbal directions well;

-  Able to work autonomously;

-  Confidentiality and discretion required;

-  Able to focus while in close proximity to others;

-  Commitment to the mission of Nonviolent Peaceforce;

- Patience and perseverance;

- Desire to learn;

-  A sense of humor;

-  Able to learn from successes and mistakes

Wage/fees: Generally NP interns are unpaid, but receive valuable work experience and credits towards their education, if applicable.

Application process: Interested candidates have to contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. sending also  a resume and cover letter.  

Useful links: Nonviolent Peaceforce official website

Link to the offer

Contact information:

Diane Kammerude, Finance and HR Manager, (612) 871-0005 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

edited by Beatrice Baruffa

The editorial staff of carriereinternazionali.com is not responsible for the reliability of the information contained in this article. If you want any further information concerning this vacancy, please contact the proposing organization.  

Do you want to start an International Career? If you want to know something more about our association activities visit the website www.internationalcareersfestival.org

Are you a student of international relations, diplomacy, political science, law? Do you want to work within UN institutions in the future? Do you wish to start getting experience but don't know how? Make your first step and participate in Diplomatic simulations of the UN.

Model UNs are programmes geared towards teaching students the work of the United Nations. Participants act as delegates of the Member States as they replicate the debates and discussions held within actual UN committees. The goal of this experience-based program is to find common and effective solutions on the agenda topics through the approval and signing of resolutions.

On 2010 Giovani nel Mondo launched one of the biggest MUN in the world the Rome Model United Nations and established a network of partnerships with other Model UN’s in the world so we are ready to invite you to participate in one of the following Model UN Projects:

• SAIMUN (Sub Saharan International Model United Nations 2nd July -6th July  2018) is a five-day international relations simulation for both high school and university/college students that is held annually at the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON), Gigiri.
• BIMUN (Babcock International Model United Nations 8th July - 13th July 2018) is a national initiative of young leaders to engage and energize young supporters around the work of the United Nations. It is the first Model United Nations in Nigeria organized by a private university and it is an internationally diverse Model United Nations Conference.
• SLMUN (Sri Lanka Model United Nations August 31st – September 2nd 2018) marks 11 years of SLMUN being the prime forum for youth around Sri Lanka to voice out their opinions, debate and formulate solutions for global issues. For 11 years, SLMUN has united youth around the Island and around South Asia to tackle global issues in a diplomatic perspective and come to solutions with compromise. Understanding the pivotal role youth play in the future of this world, our theme for SLMUN 2018 is ‘Redefining Global Diplomacy’ which is aimed at the future generations of world leaders to think out of the box and engage together in diplomatic efforts, to try and achieve what others before them have not: a better and safer world.
• IELMUN (31st August – 4th September 2018), is a Model United Nations conference for high school and university students, held in the 134-year-old high school, Istanbul (Erkek) Lisesi. IELMUN was the first and only conference to organize a trilingual conference (Turkish, German, English) in Turkey and one of the few in the world, in 2012, when our journey first began.

Please note, only ONE place is available for each project, that allows you to get Free conference fee and accommodation. The flight ticket and other costs are at your expense.

However, several places are reserved for our delegates with total fees at your personal expense.

In case of interest, please send an email with your updated cv at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and specify to which MUN you would like to participate.

Around 2000 participants from 100 countries. More than 160 promoters from all over the world. 4 different simulations, seminars and many workshops for young people to chose from in order to develop further knowledge and gain insights in the fields of economics, politics and international relations, communication and journalism. The Executive Director of the association in charge of the organisation and planning of the Festival, Daniela Conte, proclaimed at her speech in the opening ceremony on the 24th of sarch at LUISS Guido Carli University of Rome, that this festival can be seen as “a journey of friendship, opportunities, challenges, hope and inspiration”. But what does the festival stand for exactly?

For the ninth time this year, young people from all around the world come to the “eternal city” of Rome to participate on the International Careers Festival 2018 from the 24th of March until the 27th of March 2018.The Festival, which has been initiated by the non-profit organisation Giovani nel Mondo with the RomeMUN in 2009 and later developed as it is today, stands for cosmopolitanism and interculturality.The whole festival consits in the RomeMUN, the Rome Business Game, the Rome Press Game and the International Careers Course.

In the Rome Model United Nations delegates have to represent a specific country in a committee, which has been assigned to each of the delegates before. The 10 committees deal with topics, for instance migration policy in Europe, quality education, the situation of refugees in the world and possible interventions to ensure global security by the nuclear disarmament. Besides, prestigious speakers are invited to present speeches regarding these various topics; for instance: Ambassadors, professors of the Rome University of International Studies.

Interculturalism and internationally are relevant topics  in the Rome Buisiness Game, too. The Program Director, Luca Marco Giraldin Von Lahnstein, welcomed 1000 participants this year. Economists-to-be can exercise themselves in learning more about economic strategies, leading companies and resolving economical and political difficulties within a current expanding world. Hereby, the interest for intercultural issues, on which the whole festival stands for, can further be stimulated. The connection between economy and culture helps to widen one’s own horizon and opens the access to a cross-cultural and cross-cutting knowledge.

The Rome Press Game is the third simulation and focuses on journalism, international communication, interpretation and translation. Thus, the participants are asked to report on the International Careers Festival and write appropriate articles, record radio-broadcasts, and create and edit videos. During her speech at the opening ceremony, the Program Director of the Press Game, Shanti Kodituwakku Hettiarachchilage underlined the possibility to gain the so called soft skills which can only be developed in a multicultural environment while creating also interpersonal relationships.

Gaining international experiences, simulating the real working life, challenging oneself and testing one’s boundaries, improving one’s ability to work in a team, getting to know new people from different cultures- these are just some of the answers participants gave regarding their motivation to participate at the International Careers Festival.

Also the International Careers Fair, which is accompanied by 44 exhibitors, takes place at the Rome University of International Studies on Monday the 26th of March and Tuesday the 27th.

Within the fair, mock interviews, workshops, CV reviews and recruitment sessions are offered by the companies which take part, including "global players" like LIDL, UNICEF and UNESCO Giovani.

Through a wide range of tasks, the international level of participants, organisers and topics stress the original idea of the Festival to be an occasion where talent meets opportunity.

Eva Münster – Rome Press Game – Team 2

Delegates from around the world travel to Rome to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

The 2018 International Careers Festival commenced in the opening ceremony at 10am on Saturday the 24^th of March. Over 300 delegates attended, participants in the upcoming conference, which will take place over the course of this weekend. The event was hosted at LUISS Guido Carli University and sponsored by the Giovani nel Mondo Association.

After some welcome remarks led by Hon. Cristiana Paciocco, Vice President of the Committee for Welfare and Health, and Dr. Fabio Bisogni of UNINT University, the Executive Director of the Rome International Careers Festival (RICF), Dr. Daniela Conte shared her reflections of the past and thoughts on the future. In her speech about RICF, Dr. Conte stated, “everything is a journey,” emphasizing the opportunities the three realms of the conference represent for proactive delegates.

Next, each program director introduced their personal philosophies and the natures of their programs. Dr. Luca Marco Giraldin von Lahnstein presented the Business Game as an incredible opportunity for young entrepreneurs. He described how businesspeople often alienate the idea of success from the ideas of resilience and failure; “we must be able to think outside the box,” in order to take full advantage of the opportunities before them. The Business Game is a simulation that allows young participants to learn from past challenges using real life business cases to gain managerial decision-making skills applicable in the business world today.

Shanthi Kodituwakku Hettiarachchilage, the director of the Press Game, followed the Business Game introduction, how the RICF prepares delegates for real world situations. She highlighted the widespread value of participating in the RICF, bringing to light the great things from all aspects of the festival. The Press Game incorporates training and “learn by doing” simulations in radio, television, and web journalism, giving students a broad understanding of the multidisciplinary industry.

The final program, the Model United Nations (ROMEMUN), was introduced by Secretary General Jorge Alejandro Gonzalez Galicia. The ROMEMUN was the foundation of the RICF, and its model of learning through simulation is the connecting value through the three programs. ROMEMUN allows delegates to learn the art of diplomacy by debating world issues and developing public speaking skills that they can use in any professional sphere. He encouraged delegates to carry these skills from their committee sessions to their outside lives, explaining that, “we as brothers of mankind, have to fight for something, because somewhere, someone needs you.”

This moving final statement set the stage for Mr. Gianni Ferrario, a Happiness Trainer, to unite delegates in movement, sound, and laughter. This inspirational presentation, complete with meditation, visualization, and balloons, left delegates feeling cheerful and excited to take charge of their futures, starting here, at the RICF.

By: Gwen Lindberg and Fiona Klassen

ROME PRESS GAME Team 1

The Permanent Court of Arbitration is offering an internship for legal training in public and private international law. What are you waiting for!? Apply now!

For more opportunities go to International Organizations

Organization/Company: Established in 1899 to facilitate arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution between states, the PCA has developed into a modern, multi-faceted arbitral institution that is now perfectly situated at the juncture between public and private international law to meet the rapidly evolving dispute resolution needs of the international community.

The PCA is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to serving the international community in the field of dispute resolution. It recruits and employs staff based on the highest standards of competence, integrity, and efficiency.

Duty Station: The Hague, Netherlands

Open to: Recently graduated law school with top marks. However, applications are also accepted from law students who are entering their final year of law school, as well as recent graduates who have some professional experience or are engaging in advanced law studies.

Timeframe: PCA Internships last for three months and start at the beginning of January, April, July, and October. PCA-ICCA internships also last for three months, starting in January, April, and October.   

Deadline:

- 1 September for Term 1, Jan-Mar

- 1 December for Term 2, Apr-Jun

- 1 March for Term 3, Jul-Sept

- 1 June for Term 4, Oct-Dec

Description: Internships are offered by the PCA to law students and recent graduates who wish to gain experience at an international arbitration institution. Internships offer a balance of legal and administrative assignments, allowing interns to gain insight into both the legal and practical aspects of international arbitration.

In addition to internships with the PCA’s International Bureau, the PCA also offers an internship in association with the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA). PCA-ICCA interns will undertake legal research, legal editing and organizational tasks, including work on ICCA publications, ICCA outreach projects (such as ICCA’s work worldwide on harmonization in the implementation of the 1958 New York Convention) and Young ICCA seminars and projects. PCA-ICCA interns do not engage in arbitration case work conducted under the auspices of the PCA.

Qualifications:

- Successful internship candidates are usually those who have recently graduated law school with top marks. However, applications are also accepted from law students who are entering their final year of law school, as well as recent graduates who have some professional experience or are engaging in advanced law studies

- Fluency in either French or English is essential. Additional language skills are a strong advantage, especially Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish

- Candidates need not have a specialization in international dispute resolution or public international law, but should at least have demonstrated an interest in these fields

Required documents:

- A carefully written cover letter that indicates how you expect to benefit from the program, how you can contribute to the PCA and a brief description of areas of interest and knowledge of law

- A curriculum vitae

- A letter of recommendation from a professor or senior professional

- Copies of academic transcripts (scans or photos are sufficient)

- Proof of proficiency in English or French (for non-native speakers).

How to apply: Send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. indicating the desired start date in the subject line and attaching a single PDF comprising an application package with the above-mentioned documents.

Useful Information: Internships are self-funded. An intern must have adequate financial resources and health insurance for the term to be eligible.

If you are selected and you require a travel visa to take up the internship, the PCA will provide documentation in support of your application.

Although interns are not formally considered staff members of the PCA, they participate in the PCA’s activities as members of the International Bureau.

Useful links:

Link to the offer

PCA website

Contact information:

Permanent Court of Arbitration

Peace Palace

Carnegieplein 2

2517 KJ The Hague

The Netherlands

T: +31 70 302 4165

F: +31 70 302 4167

Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Edited by Ruino Martina Pia

The editorial staff of carriereinternazionali.com is not responsible nor liable for the reliability of the information contained in this article. If you want any further information concerning this vacancy, please contact the proposing organization.

The applications are only evaluated three times a year and this is an amazing opportunity to join leading think tank - CEPS

For more similar opportunities visit our section Europe

Organization: Founded in Brussels in 1983, CEPS is a leading think tank and forum for debate on EU affairs, with an exceptionally strong in-house research capacity and an extensive network of partner institutes throughout the world. The CEPS team comprises approximately 60 researchers and 18 support staff from 23 nationalities as well as an extensive network of partner institutes.CEPS is a non-profit international association under Belgian law (AISBL). It is governed by its statutes.

Their board is composed of independent personalities with broad research and policy experience, representing their individual views only. The board provides the strategic direction of the organisation and supervises its independence, the work of the management team and the financial performance of the organisation.

Duty station: Brussels, Belgium

Deadline: The application system is open throughout the year, but the applications are only evaluated three times a year (1 March, 1 June, 1 October)

Description: This is the official internship application system for CEPS. Internship applications will only be considered via this system. Only interns enrolled at a university are eligible to do an internship. There are a limited number of internship positions available and not all units take interns regularly. The application system is open throughout the year, but the applications are only evaluated three times a year (1 March, 1 June, 1 October). Selected candidates will be contacted a few weeks after this.

Requirements: enrolled at a university

Wage: not specified

Useful links:

CEPS

Internship application form

Edited by Anja Herbez

The editorial staff of carriereinternazionali.com is not responsible for the reliability of the information contained in this article. If you want any further information concerning this vacancy, please contact the proposing organization

Is European Union the your career perspective? here is the opportunity for you! Apply now at European Local Democracy Association and start your career in the EU!

For other opportunities visit our section  Europe

Organization: The European Association for Local Democracy is a non-governmental organization dedicated to the promotion of good European governmental forms and citizen participation at local level. The Association was founded on the initiative of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe in 1999. ALDA focuses on those activities that facilitate and improve cooperation between local authorities and civil society. The fundamental element on which the whole Association is based is to create links and cohesion between local democracies and local governance, all to ensure not only equity but also the protection of human rights and social and economic growth. ALDA works simultaneously on several topics such as European integration, civic initiatives, volunteering, decentralization, human rights and sustainable economic development. ALDA's activities can be divided into three major areas, ALDA Europe, which mainly deals with the European zone and promotes active citizenship in close cooperation with local authorities, ALDA Cooperation, which focuses on both Balkan and Mediterranean Southern Caucasus area, and finally ALDA Plus, which provides assistance, training and consulting on a number of issues including financial development and management

Duty Station: location depends on covered position 

Open to: Students and Graduates who meet requirements

Timeframe: The duration of internship may vary from two to six months depending on the position for which you are applying

Deadline: Not specified

Job Description: ALDA is looking for a number of interns to be included in its staff at the various locations in the Association, the available positions are as follows:

Project Developer Assistant: The intern will work under the supervision of the Research and Development Department Coordinator, in particular he will deal with Fundraising and Development projects

Project Manager Assistant: The intern will work in the Project Management sector under the direct supervision of the Project Manager in Brussels. In this area, applications for Erasmus students from non-French universities are encouraged

Assistant Project Manager: The intern will work at the HQ in Strasbourg under the leadership of the Head of the Development Program and the Coordinator for the Mediterranean Area, an essential requirement is knowledge of the French language

Project Manager Assistant: The trainee will work closely with the ALDA Head Office in the Republic of Macedonia and will particularly assist with communication with the offices

Assistant to the Secretary General: The intern will arrange events and meetings, plan operators' missions, write and translate documents

Communications support: The intern will work on drafting and translating texts and documents, updating databases, supporting Fundraising activities, and submitting ALDA during conferences and meetings

Project Assistant: The intern will prepare and write necessary documents and texts, take care of relations with the various partners and take part in project coordination

Requirements: All candidates interested in the different positions of the stage must have the following requirements:

- Being students or graduates in Political Science, Law, Sociology or having a background of knowledge in related subjects

- Excellent knowledge of both spoken and spoken English

- Excellent knowledge of another EU language of choice between French, Spanish, German and Dutch

- Knowledge of the Arabic or Russian language is considered a plus

- Excellent skills in the use of pc

- Excellent knowledge of social media

- Excellent knowledge of communication tools

- Excellent ability to work in a team

Wage: Not specified

Application Process: All interested candidates will have to send their CV in English updated and a motivational letter to the email (see Useful Contacts)

Link Utili:

ALDA Official Website

Internship opportunities

Mail for applications

Contatti Utili:

Office in Strasbourg

Council of Europe 1, avenue de l'Europe

F-67075 Strasbourg - France

Phone: +33 3 90 21 45 93

Fax: +33 3 90 21 55 17

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Office in Brussels

Rue Belliard 20 Bruxelles 1040 Belgium

Phone: +32 (0)2 430 24 08

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Office in Vicenza

Viale Milano 66 - 36100 Vicenza - Italy

Phone: +39 04 44 54 01 46

Fax: +39 04 44 23 10 43

Mail : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Office in Skopje

Bld. Partizanski odredi 43B/1-5

1000 Skopje, Macedonia

Phone: +389 (0) 2 6091 060

Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Office in Subotica

Trg Cara Jovana Nenada 15

SRB-24000 Subotica - Serbia

Phone: +381 24 554 587

Fax: +381 24 554 587

Edited by Jasmina Poddi

The editorial staff of carriereinternazionali.com is not responsible nor liable for the reliability of the information contained in this article. If you want any further information concerning this vacancy, please contact the proposing organization

 Are you a young student looking for an internship? If your purpose is to increase your curriculum with a professional experience within a pan-European organization, do not miss this fantastic opportunity! The European Federation of Food, Agriculture and Tourism Trade Unions is looking for interns to be included in its staff at its headquarters in Brussels

For other opportunities visit our section Europe

Organization: The European Federation of Food, Agriculture and Tourism Trade Unions, also known as Effat, was born in December 2000 and she cames from the two European Trade Union Federations, the European Food Committee (ECF) and the International Food Union (IUF). Effat is a European Federation that represents approximately one hundred and twenty national unions within the European landscape and is present in more than thirtyfive different countries.The fundamental aim of the Federation is to defend the interests of workers towards the European Institutions and the European Industrial Federations. It is an integral part of the European Trade Union Confederation (CES) created in 1973 with the aim of developing a European integration process that extends the European Union's influence on employment, economic and social policy in the 28 Member States. Effat is an autonomous European trade union federation. In recent years, it has set up European business committees in more than one hundred transnational groups and is actively involved in relevant social dialogues in the various sectors, from agriculture to sugar and from forestation to tobacco

Duty Station: Brussels

Open to: Young students enrolled in a Degree course

Timeframe: not specified

Deadline: not specified

Job Description: Effat has an open call for students interested in a internship at the headquarters in Brussels, the intern will do many jobs within the European Federation, and he will have not only the opportunity to look closely at Effat activities through specific programs and activities but also to be integrated into a dynamic and multicultural environment

Requirements: Ideal candidates will have to meet the following requirements:

- Great knowledge of the English language (written and spoken)

- Good knowledge of French

- Be enrolled in a degree course

- Great ability to work in a team

Wage: Reimbursement of costs

Application Process: All students interested in the internship will have to submit their application to the reference mail (see Useful Links) with their description, the course of study undertaken together with a motivational letter

Useful Links:

Effat Official Website

Internship

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

MAE

Useful Informations: It’s necessary to travel either with the Passport or with the Identity Card valid foreign travel, both of which must be valid. Renewed identity card can be refused, especially for low cost airlines

Useful Contacts:

EFFAT Rue du Fossé-aux-Loups 38, Box 3 B-1000 Brussels

T: +32 2 218 77 30 F: +32 2 218 30 18  

Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Edited by Jasmina Poddi

The editorial staff of carriereinternazionali.com is not responsible for the reliability of the information contained in this article. If you want any further information concerning this vacancy, please contact the proposing organization

Are you young student or a recent graduate? Then you could consider putting yourself forward as an EU student ambassador, applying for a traineeship, or becoming a permanent official with the EU

For more similar opportunities visit our section Europe

Organization: EPSO is an inter-institutional office responsible for selecting staff to work for all Institutions and Agencies of the European Union including the European Parliament, the Council, the European Commission, the Court of Justice, the Court of Auditors, the European External Action Service, the Economic and Social Committee, the Committee of the Regions, the European Data Protection Supervisor and the European Ombudsman. Each Institution recruits staff from among the pool of successful candidates provided by EPSO. Since it became operational in January 2003, EPSO has developed into a state-of-the-art, ever evolving selection hub for the EU institutions. To ensure that the EU institutions recruit the best candidates to work on the demanding challenges that Europe faces, EPSO keeps a constant eye on trends in the employment market, broadens its social networks and maintains regular contacts with international organisations such as the UN and the African Union to share best practice. EPSO is at the forefront of candidate testing methods. In recent years, testing has moved away from knowledge-based exams to everyday work simulations that assess candidates' general competencies. These assessments are increasingly interactive and are always being refined. Notable recent innovations have been the introduction of a computer-based email test called e-tray and video remote interviews.

Depending on what stage you have reached with your studies you can become EU Career Student Ambassador or a Trainee

1. EU Career Student Ambassador

Duty station: different universities

Deadline: not specified

Role Description

-Acting as a point of contact for students interested in EU Careers

-Researching target groups and contacting university media

-Setting up mailing lists and distributing information on EU Careers through the appropriate channels

-Giving presentations, attending university careers events and finding interesting speakers

-Completing monthly tasks and regularly reporting back on your activities

-Managing and regularly monitoring a dedicated Facebook page / online presence

The EU Careers Ambassadors scheme involves finding innovative ways of promoting the great opportunities including:

-attending careers fairs, or giving presentations to your fellow students

-developing university networks and providing information

-maintaining an active online and social media presence

-answering questions and queries about EU Careers

Requirements:

-Excellent communication skills

-Networking skills

-Willingness to share and learn

-Ability to adapt

-Good organisational skills

-Ability to deliver quality and results

-Innovative and creative approach

-Resilience

Minimum Requirements:

-Commit at least two hours per week to your Ambassador role;

-Arrange or participate in a minimum of one EU Careers event or presentation;

-Communicate on a regular basis with your EU Careers coordinator;

-Participate in all training offered (online);

-Keep a log of your activities and report back regularly.

Eligibility:

You must be:

-Available to take part in our compulsory training course in September 2017

-Enrolled and present at the university for the duration of the Ambassador's post (September 2017 - September 2018)

-An EU citizen

-Fluent in one of the languages of the country in which you are studying

Application process: The selection process for the 2017/18 project is now ongoing.

You can find the list of universities where EU Careers Ambassadors will be hosted here.

Contact:

If you would like to know more about this project, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

2.Traineeship

The European Commission traineeship programme is open to university graduates, from all over the world. Traineeships are available in a wide range of fields and offer a great insight into the work of the EU. The content of the job largely depends on the service to which you are assigned. Opportunities are available in the fields of competition law, human resources, environmental policy, communication and many more. Most traineeships last around 5 months, but this can vary, depending on which institution/ agency for which you work.

Duty station: Like the majority of EU jobs, most traineeships are based in Brussels or Luxembourg

Deadline: not specified

Description: Trainees are given the same sort of tasks as newly-recruited graduates. In practice, that can mean organising working groups and meetings, compiling information and documentation, preparing reports and answering queries, as well as participating in unit meetings and other events. There will also be tasks more specific to the particular department – lawyers in the Commission will be doing quite different things to economists at the Court of Auditors or generalists in the Parliament.

Open to: Graduates of any discipline can apply as long as their degree has already been awarded (a transcript can normally be provided if the certificate has not yet been awarded).  Unlike permanent positions, EU citizenship is not mandatory (a small number of places are reserved for non-EU citizens), but generally knowledge of two EU languages will be required. Work experience and postgraduate education is a plus, but not usually a necessity.

Wage: The majority of traineeships get a monthly grant, of around 1,100€/month and their travel expenses reimbursed.

Application process: Selection procedures for traineeships are run by the individual EU institutions and agencies. Check Quick Guide to EU Traineeships for more information. Applications are usually online, but paper copies of the application form are sometimes required. In general, applications are accepted about four to nine months before the beginning of the traineeship and applications should be submitted in good time.

Useful link: EPSO

Vacancy