Schuman Traineeship 2027 at the European Parliament (EPRS): Paid EU Opportunity | Apply by 31 October

Overview

The Schuman Traineeship Programme at the European Parliament, specifically through the European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS), is a prestigious and competitive paid opportunity. It offers participants the chance to gain firsthand experience in EU institutional processes, engage in real policy and research assignments, and build expertise in international governance and parliamentary work. Trainees can choose from numerous thematic and operational areas, including foreign policies, parliamentary committees, election observation, and horizontal services.

Eligibility

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be a national of an EU Member State (with a limited number of positions open to non-EU nationals).
• Meet the necessary language requirements.
• Hold a university degree (EQF Level 6) or a vocational qualification (EQF Levels 3–5) obtained within the EU.
• Provide a valid criminal record certificate.
• Not have worked or completed a traineeship in an EU institution for more than 2 months.
• Not have conducted a study visit at the European Parliament Secretariat within the last 6 months.

Benefits

• Gain direct exposure to EU policymaking and international diplomacy.
• Build a career pathway in governance and European affairs.
• Work alongside leading experts in research, policy, and strategy.
• Receive financial compensation as part of a paid traineeship.

How to Apply

Candidates are permitted to apply for a maximum of 3 positions. The application process consists of two primary steps:

1. Register: Visit the official traineeship portal, select a traineeship offer, create an account, and fill out your personal details.
2. Submit Application: Log in to your account and upload a Europass format CV along with a motivation letter (maximum one page per application).

Deadline

The application deadline is 31 October (23:59 Brussels time).