European Ombudsman Traineeships

The European Ombudsman offers one-year paid traineeships to university or higher education graduates interested in the European Union project, specifically in how the EU institutions and their administration relate to citizens. Notices specifying the profiles sought and requirements are published in February, and traineeships start in September in either Strasbourg or Brussels. A positive action program is available for trainees with recognized disabilities. Applicants must have a very good command of the English language, as trainees in the Ombudsman’s Office must necessarily speak English. Applications and documents for traineeship applications are only available in English. Find out more.