Funded traineeships for young graduates at the EU Delegation to VENEZUELA – PPI Section

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 Venezuela?

We Offer:

Traineeships of up to 6 months within the following sections of the EU Delegation to Venezuela, starting in April 2025.

• Traineeship in the Political, Press and Information Section (PPI): POLITICAL TRAINEE

Main Tasks:

• Contributing to the Section’s political analysis and reporting;
• Carrying out background research on topical issues;
• Ensure coverage of public events / meetings and related reporting;
• Assisting the Section in its responsibilities of EU coordination.
• Traineeship in the Political, Press and Information Section (PPI): PRESS & INFORMATION TRAINEE:

Main Tasks:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of a Communication and Outreach Strategy for the EU in Venezuela;
• Assist in the organisation of outreach and visibility events for both PTP&I and Cooperation Sections;
• Support the implementation of cultural activities and the coordination with EU Member States in the field;
• Contributing to the Delegation’s daily press review.

We Look For:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Taking into consideration of the local health and security conditions, only Venezuelan applicants currently residing in Caracas, and Europeans who have a permanent residency are eligible (tourist visas are not valid);
• Minimum a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent issue by University;
• No more than one year experience (after graduation);
• Very good command of English is required;
• The incumbent must be able to demonstrate strong computer literacy notably for Microsoft Office, internet and web content production, webinars, and good management skills of social networks applications such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address [email protected] and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europa.eu/europass/en (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 – Name/POLITICAL or Name/PRESSINFO (you may only apply to 1 traineeship per delegation, however based on your profile, the delegation could offer you a traineeship in another 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.