Are you interested in international relations as a young graduate? Are you particularly interested in learning more about the work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values? Then apply for the EU Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates Delegation to the African Union.
A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political and Policy and Cooperation Section of the EU Delegation to the African Union beginning in May 2026.
SUMMARY:
- Company/Organisation(s): European Union
- Program Type: Graduate Internship
- Program Location: African Union Headquarters
- Available Slot: Several
- Basic Qualifications: First degree
- Nationality: Not specified
EU Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates 2026 | ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates at the EU Delegation, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in Ethiopia will only be considered
- Master’s degree in political science, international relations, economics, law or other social studies
- Candidates must have less than one year of professional experience after graduation by the signing date of the traineeship agreement (other traineeships or student jobs or volunteering works carried out during university or after graduation are not considered as professional experience).
- Fluency in English
- Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills
- Excellent capacity in editing and producing Audiovisual, social media and communication products and in using Canva or other edition and designing platforms
- Excellent analytical and drafting skills, a keen understanding of and interest in African Union’s politics, economics and governance
- A hands-on, pro-active, reliable attitude, an openness to learning, and willingness to contribute with ideas.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the EU Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates 2026 are to send their application and other supported documents to [email protected]
Document Requirements:
- 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.
- An application form
Application Deadline: 06 April 2026