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 Ukraine?

We offer:

A traineeship of 6 months within the Trade and Economic Section of the EU Delegation to Ukraine, starting in October 2025.

The Trade and Economic Section of the Delegation of the European Union in Ukraine is a dynamic and strategic section. Its main task is to monitor trade and economic developments and is responsible for the implementation of the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) under the Association Agreement between the EU and Ukraine. The section also actively follows the developments in the area of business climate and monitors the macroeconomic outlook and public finances in Ukraine.

Main tasks: 

• to carry out research tasks in the fields of law and economics;
• to attend and report on events;
• to contribute to the drafting of papers and briefings;
• to support the section in communication tasks, including updating the EU Delegation`s website (trade and economic part), English and Ukrainian versions;
• to update the section's databases, to prepare the section's presentations, etc.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Due to the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine, only applicants currently residing in Ukraine will be considered
• Bachelor `s degree in law, economics, international relations or a related field
• Additional degree in another field (e.g. law)
• Knowledge of Ukrainian
• Knowledge of an additional EU language
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office and presentation skills
• Proficient knowledge - as proactive user - of the main social media accounts, in particular Instagram and Telegram and proven experience of work with social media texts
• Proven interest in the EU affairs is desirable, including in areas relevant to EU internal market policies (e.g. trade, agriculture, industrial policy, energy) as well as on macroeconomic matters
• Strong proofreading skills (English and Ukrainian)
• Attentive to details
• Active participation in the activities of civil society or academic organizations, experience of working as volunteer

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-UKRAINE-TRAINEESHIPS@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 and Economic 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.