We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the European Integration, Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Montenegro, starting in April 2024.

The European Integration, Political, Press and Information Section contributes to the Delegation's pursuit of EU policies, in particular European integration, by analysing and reporting on political, economic and trade developments, promoting reform progress and improving the visibility, awareness and understanding of the EU in Montenegro.

Main tasks:

• Information gathering and analysis.
• Research and reporting.
• Supporting the administrative coordination of the Section.
• Help with other emerging tasks within the section’s portfolio.
• Contributing to the organisation of visibility events.
• Participating in meetings and conferences.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Good command of Word and Excel
• Experience on justice and home affairs matters including migration would be an advantage

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-montenegro-hoa-ac-recruitment@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 - European Integration, Political, 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.