Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to Chile

20.09.2024 New opportunity Teaser The deadline for submitting applications is 27/09/2024

Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Chile?

Text We offer:
A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press & InformationSection of the EU Delegation/ to Chile, starting in November 2024.

The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Political, Press & Information section, providing support, expertise and assistance in press, political and information fields, and contribute to the work of other Delegation’s sections when needed

Main tasks:

• Monitor developments in Chile in order to contribute to analysis and writing of reports on national and international issues related to politics, economy, trade, society and culture;
• Follow-up the implementation of bilateral EU-Chile agreements, and in particular the upcoming Association Framework Agreement
• Support the preparation of meetings with external interlocutors and the organization of missions and high-level visits;
• Contribute to the organisation of public diplomacy activities (public events, social media campaigns etc.);
• Monitor the media and public debates and contribute to the regular press reviews;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional communication strategies and campaigns on social networks and the delegation's website.

We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:

• University degree in law, economics, political science, international relations, or other relevant fields. A master's degree is an asset.
• Excellent spoken and written English and Spanish;
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills;
• Good IT skills.

How to apply?
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address [email protected] and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other format will not be considered)
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Name/PPI SECTION

Important information to read before applying
Before applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.
Citizens from EU Member states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must hold a relevant entrance visa and / or temporary residence permit where applicable, based on the traineeship agreement, the duration of the traineeship, and in compliance with the local legislation.