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 Turkmenistan?

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the HOD Section of the EU Delegation to Turkmenistan, starting in September 2025.

The EU Delegation to Turkmenistan represents the European Union in the country, manages bilateral relations in political, economic, trade, and external assistance sectors, and promotes EU values and interests. It coordinates with EU Member States, implements EU external policies and assistance programmes, engages in public diplomacy, and reports on developments relevant to EU policies.

Main tasks: 

• Research and compiling of press materials and social media posts.
• Monitoring of social media activity and flagging on notifications to the P&I Officer.
• Compile a weekly list of suggested posts for social media channels.
• Monitoring of the media coverage of the Delegation activities.
• Planning and participation in P&I activities.
• Open sources research on subjects of interest to the EU; summarizing the results of the research in English.
• Assist in practical aspects of meetings, visits, workshops, receptions and other activities of the Delegation.
• Provide translation and interpretation services on request (English, Russian, Turkmen).

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in Turkmenistan will only be considered.
• Young graduates with at least a Bachelor Diploma (or equivalent) in communication, international relations, public affairs, business administration, European studies or similar.
• Very good knowledge of English (minimum level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid available at https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/files/europass_-_european_language_levels_-_self_assessment_grid.pdf ).
• Very good knowledge of Turkmen and Russian language (minimum level C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid available at https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/files/europass_-_european_language_levels_-_self_assessment_grid.pdf ).
• Independent user of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Internet browser.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-TURKMENISTAN-HOA@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 - HOD 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.