We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Economic and Trade Section of the EU Delegation to Singapore, starting in May 2024.

Traineeship in the Economic and Trade Section (TRADE):

The Economic and Trade Section of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Singapore is in charge of following trade and economic developments in Singapore and to communicating on EU trade and economic policies. The trainee will be contributing to the work of the Section in areas as listed below.

Main tasks:

• Monitoring of the implementation of the EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (EUSFTA) involving market access issues or regulatory aspects
• Outreach activities around the EUSFTA and the Investment Protection Agreement (IPA)
• Support the implementation of the EU-Singapore Digital Partnership
• Monitor economic developments in Singapore as well as regional trade initiatives involving Singapore and the EU
• Assist in preparation of visits of senior EU officials to Singapore and trade promotion events
• Attend and report on conferences, seminars and lectures covering international economic and trade relations, domestic economic policies and institutional matters 
• Conduct research and draft background papers on economic and trade related policies
• Supply timely and concise information on key trade and economic developments affecting Singapore and the region
• Assist in the organisation of meetings and events hosted at the EU Delegation
• Draft minutes of meetings
• Prepare press reviews and assist in the preparation of media reports relevant for the Economic and Trade Section and social media posts
• Contribute to all other activities of the Section

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Knowledge of EU institutions and policies
• Eagerness to learn, motivation to work in a team, attention to detail
• Fluency in English
• General understanding of international trade and economic matters
• Legal or economic background would be an asset.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-singapore-internships@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.