Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to the Republic of Moldova

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months in 2026 within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation. The tentative start dates are in July and October 2026 as the Delegation is offering 2 traineeships of 6 months over two different periods 2026.

The Delegation also closely monitors the country’s progress with the EU integration process following the granting of candidate status in 2022 and the formal opening of accession negotiations in June 2024. Since the start of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the EU Delegation has an enhanced focus on supporting the Republic of Moldova’s resilience in the broadest sense. 

The Political, Press and Information Section monitors, analyses and reports political, economic and social developments in the Republic of Moldova. The Section engages with the country’s political actors, authorities, stakeholders and civil society, and promotes EU values. The section also communicates on EU-Moldova relations and promotes of the EU’s image in Moldova as its most important trade and political partner.

Main tasks: 

• Support the Political Section in monitoring, analysing and reporting political, legal and economic developments in the Republic of Moldova;

• Gather data and carry out analytical tasks through independent research on specific issues in the fields of law, domestic political and economic affairs;

• Contribute to monitoring and reporting on the country’s progress towards EU membership;

• Attend and report on events, seminars, conferences, support the Delegation’s activities on visibility;

• Contribute to organising events, meetings and visits;

• Carry out any other assignments as instructed by the Head of Section.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• At least Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, economics or law;

• Master’s degree or other post-Bachelor studies in the relevant fields are an asset;

• Demonstrated interest in European Union policies, international cooperation or regional politics;

• Availability to commit full time for the entire duration of the traineeship;

• Good understanding of the Moldovan legal system and experience in research are assets;

• Excellent knowledge of English and fluency in Romanian are required;

• Fluency in Russian is an asset.

• 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-moldova-jobs@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: 

  Moldova - Application form for funded traineeships 2026.docx

• Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - PPII

  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.