European Union Opportunity For Graduates

European Union invites qualified candidates for the following Internship positions. The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations.

Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations. known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about the work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Ethiopia, in partnership with the African Union?

Position: Funded Traineeship Opportunity – For Young Graduates

Qualifications or Special Requirements

Applicants currently residing in Ethiopia will only be considered, taking into account local health and security conditions.
Master’s degree in communication, journalism, or similar, OR in political science, international relations, economics, law, or other social studies with proven experience in communication.
Maximum 1 year of work experience.
Fluency in English.
A keen understanding of and interest in European Union and African Union politics, economics, and governance.
Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
Excellent capacity in editing and producing audiovisual, social media, and communication products, and in using Canva or other editing and designing platforms.
A hands-on, pro-active, reliable attitude, openness to learning, and willingness to contribute ideas.

Main Tasks

Assist with research and political analysis of regional and continental situations, contributing to reports, briefings, and communication products.
Support engagement with press and other multipliers, including mapping, updating databases, drafting newsletters, press releases, social media posts, and other products.
Draft, edit, and produce short videos, social media cards, factsheets, speeches, project fiches, and other relevant materials, contributing to the organization of events.
Support in coordinating the Team Europe Communication Community and the Delegation’s Communication cluster, updating collaborative spaces, ensuring meeting minutes, and assisting with effective follow-up and tracking of actions.
Organize and participate in internal and external events, preparing respective reports.

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information (PPI) Section of the EU Delegation to the African Union in Ethiopia, starting in November 2025.

Support the PPI section in its communication and public diplomacy mission:

Application Deadline: 20/10/2025

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 travel, visa, insurance, and accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After evaluating all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. If selected candidates cannot present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with local legislation as well as the

How to Apply

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address

DELEGATION-AFRICAN-UNION-VACANCIES@eeas.europa.eu

and send the following documents:

A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/
(CVs in other formats will not be considered).
A cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship.Application form.pdf

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail:

“Funded Traineeship – Political Section”