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 India?
We offer:
A traineeshipof up to 6 months in 2026 within the Press & Information Section of the EU Delegation to India,. The tentative start date is 31 July 2026.
The Press and Information Section deals with all matters relating to media and visibility and works closely with all other Sections of the Delegation. The Section also deals with cultural affairs
Main tasks:
- Draft press reviews
- Assist in drafting press releases
- Assist in managing social media handles
- Assist in preparing and carrying out projects, including European Film Festival, EU Goes to School, cultural events
- Assist in preparing collaterals including brochures etc
- Relevant Budget and administration related activities
- Any other relevant activity under the section
We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:
- Taking into account the local health and security conditions, only Indian citizens and European citizens already residing in India and holding a valid visa and residential permit for the entire foreseen duration of the traineeship will be considered.)
- Bachelor degree (or higher) in a relevant field (communications, public relations, media or similar Interest in the field of communications)
- Keen interest in working with media, cultural space and the EU
- Knowledge of the media landscape in India
- Good knowledge of use of social media
- Good written and verbal skills
- Knowledge of EU institutions and EU India is an asset
- Communication/ editorial/ marketing experience is a plus
- Candidates must have less than one year of professional experience after their graduation by the signing 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)
How to apply?
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address:
delegation-india-interns@eeas.europa.eu
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/media/147349
The deadline for submitting applications is 15/06/2026
Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Press and Information 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.