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 Cuba?

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and information Section Section of the EU Delegation to Cuba, starting in October 2024

Support the work of the Political, Press & Information Section, and contribute to the implementation of the Political Dialogue and Cooperation Agreement, focusing on political reporting, as well as communication activities and event management.

Main tasks:

• Compilation, analysis, and writing of reports and notes on national and international issues, mainly on law, economy, society and culture;
• Support in the preparation of meetings with external interlocutors (Member States, civil society, authorities) and the organization of high-level missions and visits;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional communication strategies and campaigns on social networks and the delegation's website; follow up on relevant social networks and contribute to updating the different platforms of the Delegation of the European Union in Cuba;
• Support in the organization of public and cultural diplomacy events of the Delegation.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Excellent command of the Spanish and English languages.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address  DELEGATION-CUBA-RECRUITMENTS@eeas.europa.eu and copy to DELEGATION CUBA POL DELEGATION-CUBA-POL@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

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Pasantías Oct. 2024 – Sección Política, Información y Prensa

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.