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 Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Malaysia, starting in April 2024.

The Political, Press and Information section is responsible for political analysis and reporting, relations in this field with the Malaysia interlocutors, coordination with EU Member States and organisation of public events. It also covers press and information activities, including substantial cultural diplomacy. There is a growing cooperation with Malaysia in different sectors, and this includes political as well as press and information aspects. There is a considerable number of events either hosted by the EU Delegation, or in which we participate

Main tasks:

• Support the organisation of the Delegation's public diplomacy events and activities;
• Monitoring of local media for priority issues of importance to EU-Malaysia relations;
• Support the production of media products, such as a daily news overview and items for the Delegation's social media.
• Participate in and report on local events, including seminars, workshops and conferences;
• Attending and reporting from such events as major political meetings, academic lectures and think tanks; and provide support for incoming visit

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• At least a Bachelor degree of relevance to the field of work, e.g. communications, journalism;
• Excellent spoken and written English and Malay an advantage;
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills; and good IT skills essential.

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 - Press and Information 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.