Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Program Starts: February 01, 2025
Program Ends: June 30, 2025
Location(s)
Belgium
60, Rue Wiertz /Wiertzstraat 1047 Brussel
Overview
Our traineeships offer a unique opportunity to learn about how the European Parliament works and get practical knowledge on the functioning of our political group. Throughout their traineeship, trainees are supervised by an Administrator from our Secretariat.
Details
What we offer
Five months paid traineeships
We offer five-month traineeships to EU citizens and candidates from associated and candidate countries. In addition, we also grant traineeships by way of derogation to a limited number of nationals from other countries.
This type of traineeship is addressed to young people who have a university degree or have completed three years of study (at least six terms) at a university or an equivalent institute of higher education.
The EPP Group covers the cost of living in Brussels with a monthly allowance of €1.500.
Unpaid, short-term traineeships of a maximum length of 3 months (when the traineeship is compulsory in the framework of the university studies)
This type of traineeship is addressed to university students who have not yet completed at least six terms at university and when the traineeship is a compulsory part of their studies. This has to be justified by a letter provided by the university. The EPP Group can offer a limited number of this type of traineeship.
Moreover, the EPP Group has a compulsory, primary sickness and accident insurance for trainees. All trainees get to attend one plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from young people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for a traineeship, just complete our online application form.
Important note: Please note that you will need to prepare some documents in advance, such as letters of recommendation and copies of diplomas as those will have to be attached to the application form.
Committed to creating a stronger Europe
The Group of the European People's Party (EPP Group) is the largest and oldest group in the European Parliament. Our roots reach back to Europe’s Founding Fathers – Robert Schuman, Alcide De Gasperi and Konrad Adenauer – and our Members come from all of Europe’s Member States.
A centre-right group, we are committed to creating a stronger Europe, built on its people. After all, our people are our economy and the people of Europe are the largest economy in the world.
Our goal is to create a more competitive and democratic Europe, where people can build the life they want. We want to give everyone an equal chance to succeed including family firms, small businesses, innovators, inventors, researchers, scientists and self-employed, amongst others. Equally, we want to provide a safety net for anyone who is struggling.
We see the European continent as a place where people travel, do business, invest, learn from each other, buy, sell, collaborate and team up. Do you?
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
For both paid and unpaid traineeships, you can apply as long as:
- You are a national of a Member State of the European Union or an associated or candidate country;
- You know two official EU languages well, one of which needs to be English, French or German. If you are from a non-EU country, you only need to know at least one of the EU working languages (at B2 level or above);
- You have not been granted a paid traineeship in any other EU Institution, and you have not already been in gainful employment since completing your studies;
- For the paid traineeship: you must have a university degree, have completed three years of study (at least six terms) at a university or an equivalent institute of higher education;
- For the unpaid traineeship: having not completed 6 terms of university studies, you must provide an attestation from the university stating that a traineeship is mandatory in the framework of your studies and its required length.
Dates
Deadline: November 15, 2025
Program starts:
February 01, 2025
Program ends:
June 30, 2025
Program Starts: February 01, 2025
Program Ends: June 30, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
The EPP Group covers the cost of living in Brussels with a monthly allowance of €1.500.
Unpaid, short-term traineeships of a maximum length of 3 months (when the traineeship is compulsory in the framework of the university studies)
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
