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 in Sierra Leone? 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, Press and information Section of the EU Delegation to the African Union beginning in June and October 2026.
SUMMARY:
- Company/Organisation(s): European Union
- Program Type: Graduate Internship
- Program Location: Sierra Leone
- 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, only applicants currently holding Sierra Leone citizenship will be considered.
- At least having achieved a B.A. degree in Law, Social Sciences, Political Sciences or Journalism
- Candidates must have less than one year of professional experience after their graduation y 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).
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the EU Funded Traineeship at Sierra Leone 2026 are to send their application and other supporting 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
Note:
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
Application Deadline: Not specified
