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 Malaysia?

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Trade Section of the EU Delegation to Malaysia, starting in April 2024.

The Trade and Economic Section is a small and dynamic section within the EU Delegation to Malaysia that deals with bilateral trade and economic relations between the EU and Malaysia. It works closely with the Malaysian Government, the network of European Trade Counsellors as well as with Malaysian and European business organizations in areas of EU interest (e.g. trade in goods, procurement, trade irritants, trade and sustainable development, etc.).

Main tasks:

Support the Trade and Economic Section in:

• Analysis of and reporting on bilateral trade and investment developments and issues of particular interest;
• Analysis of and reporting on Malaysia's trade policy in relation to third countries, including ASEAN, and its impact on the EU;
• Analysis of and reporting on macro or sector-specific Malaysian economic policies and developments;
• Participation in and reporting on local events, including seminars, workshops, conferences;
• Statistical data collation and analysis of trade and economic indicators.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Having good drafting skills in English is required
• Knowledge of trade and economic policies, background the international trading system and legal questions is an asset but not a prerequisite
• Enthusiasm, team working abilities, passion for multi-cultural and multi-lingual work environment, and resilience would be  an advantage
• Excellent spoken and written in English and Malay is an advantage

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-Malaysia-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

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