UN Political Integrity Traineeship 2026 in Brussels: Paid 6-Month EU Policy and Anti-Corruption Opportunity at Transparency International EU
Transparency International EU offers a paid six-month traineeship in Brussels for early-career professionals focusing on EU policy, anti-corruption research, and political integrity.
Overview
The Transparency International EU Political Integrity Traineeship 2026 is a paid, six-month early-career opportunity based in Brussels, Belgium. The successful candidate will work as an EU Policy Trainee, engaging in a hybrid setup that combines office-based work and teleworking for 38 hours per week. The traineeship is scheduled to begin on 5 October 2026.
The role provides practical exposure across multiple areas, including monitoring anti-corruption developments, conducting policy research, supporting events, assisting with project implementation, tracking activities and impact, supporting communications, and handling general office support.
Benefits
- Gross monthly traineeship allowance of EUR 1,200
- 10 extra-legal days of holiday
- Work-from-home allowance of EUR 148.73 and a EUR 20 monthly internet allowance
- Lunch vouchers worth EUR 8 per working day
- Mobile phone subscription, hospitalisation insurance, and private accident insurance
- Paid sick leave and 100% transport allowance
Eligibility
- Open to early-career applicants with no more than 5+ years of relevant working experience.
- Requires a university degree or equivalent experience in fields such as European Studies, Economics, Law, Political Science, International Relations, Communications, or related social sciences.
- Must possess excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
- Must demonstrate a solid understanding of European Union institutions and EU-level policymaking.
- Prior experience in policy research and analysis is considered an advantage.
- Candidates must hold the legal right to reside and work in Belgium.
- Must show a strong commitment to Transparency International's core values of transparency, integrity, and accountability.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their application materials in English. The application package requires a comprehensive CV and a tailored cover letter demonstrating relevant skills, knowledge of EU institutions, and interest in political integrity and anti-corruption.
Submit your application via the official application link.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted by Sunday, 6 September 2026, at 23:59 Brussels time. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews during the week of 14 September 2026.