Applications are currently being accepted for the Funded traineeships for Young Graduates at the EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Funded traineeships for Young Graduates at the EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa
Traineeships of up to 6 months in 2026 within the Political, Press and Information Section (PPI) of the EU Delegation. The tentative start date is June 2026.The trainee will contribute to the Delegation's work on EU – South Africa relations as pertains to the work of the section. The trainee will also work together with colleagues in the other Sections of the EU Delegation, as relevant and appropriate.
Benefits of Funded traineeships for Young Graduates at the EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa
- 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.
Funded traineeships for Young Graduates at the EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa Requirements
- Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in the Republic of South Africa will only be considered.
- You may apply for the traineeship if:
- YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA OR A VALID WORK PERMIT (NB: A COPY OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION, E.G. WORK PERMIT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION),
- At least a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Law, Social Studies, Politics, Economics or similar subject.
- Excellent English, written and spoken.
- Excellent writing and research skills.
- You are committed and able to complete tasks within set deadlines, you are eager to learn and contribute to the activities of the EU Delegation.
Additional qualifications that would be an asset:
- Additional degree in another field
- If you can communicate efficiently in multiple languages (official languages of South Africa, official languages of the EU).
Application Date and Process
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address [email protected] and send the following documents:
- A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europa.eu/europass/en (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
Application Deadline
13 April, 2026
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