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 Rwanda?

We offer:

Traineeships of  6 months in 2026 within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation. The tentative start date for the two traineeship sessions is in July 2026 and in November 2026.

The Political, press and information section is in the lead for political reporting, analysis of domestic Rwandan, regional and international developments and coordination of consular matters with EU MS. This is particularly interesting in regard to the political tensions, but also regional and international dialogue processes in the Great Lakes region. The section also manages strategic communication, public diplomacy and the social media presence of the EU Delegation in Rwanda.

Main tasks: 

• Media analysis and summaries for media review

• Involvement in strategic and social media communication

• Drafting of analytical and political reports

• Participation in meetings and note-taking/reporting 

• Contacts with civil society and participation in external events

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• University degree in international relations, African studies, EU studies, political science, public policy, economics, media/journalism or similar disciplines]
• Fluency in English (written and oral expression) as working language
• French will be an asset
• Interest in and knowledge of political and economic developments in the region, the EU and international affairs
• Some traineeship or other practical experience in a workplace, NGO or association ideally abroad (not exceeding 12 months)
• Experience with (professional/institutional) social media publications
• We discourage AI-generated applications
• 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-RWANDA-HR@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, indicating your availability for which session (you may be available for both but only one will be assigned). Find application form below

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Rwanda 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 £400 monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, i

nsurance, 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.