Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to Turkmenistan

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 Turkmenistan?

We offer:

A traineeshipof up to 6 months in 2026 within the Head of Delegation (HoD) Section of the EU Delegation to Turkmenistan,. The tentative start date is in June 2026 (for the first traineeship period) and October/November 2026 (for the second traineeship period).

Under the responsibility of the Head of Delegation, the EU Delegation to Turkmenistan represents the European Union in the country, manages bilateral relations in political, economic, trade, and external assistance sectors, and promotes EU values and interests. It coordinates with EU Member States, implements EU external policies and assistance programmes, engages in public diplomacy, and reports on developments relevant to EU policies.

Two traineeship periods (both up to 6 months) will be offered within the same section. The starting dates are planned for June 2026 and October or November 2026 (at the latest).

Main tasks: 

• Monitoring of social media and flagging of activity to the Press and Information Officer.
• Monitoring of the media coverage of the Delegation activities.
• Research and compiling of press materials and social media posts.
• Preparation of a periodic list of suggested posts for social media channels.
• Assist in planning and organising of Press and Information activities.
• Assist in organising meetings, (official) visits, workshops and other events of the Delegation.
• Occasional assistance with translation / interpretation services (English, Russian, Turkmen).
• Research and summarizing of subjects of interest to the UE (via open sources).

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Taking into account the local health and security conditions, only applicants currently residing in Turkmenistan will be considered.
• University degree: young graduates with at least a Bachelor Diploma in communication, international relations, public affairs, business administration, European studies or similar.
• Very good knowledge of English (minimum level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid available at https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/files/europass_-_european_language_levels_-_self_assessment_grid.pdf ).
• Very good knowledge of Turkmen and Russian language (minimum level C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid available at https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/files/europass_-_european_language_levels_-_self_assessment_grid.pdf ).
• Strong interest in digital communication, content management, and social media, with a good understanding of major platforms and current trends.
• Independent user of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Internet browser.
• 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-TURKMENISTAN-HOA@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) 

  Turkmenistan - Application form for funded traineeships 2026_Local resident.docx
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - HoD 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 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.