European Commission's Blue Book Traineeship Programme: Registration Opens on 17 February

The European Commission announces the opening of registrations for its prestigious Blue Book Traineeship programme, a five-month paid internship that offers young graduates from around the world the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in EU policymaking and administration.

The programme provides trainees with the chance to work in a multicultural environment, develop valuable professional skills, and gain an in-depth understanding of how EU institutions operate.

Registration Details: The registration period for the October 2025 session will open on 17 February 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (Brussels time) and close on 17 March 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (Brussels time).

To apply for the Blue Book Traineeship, candidates must meet the following conditions:

• Education: Applicants must have completed a standard 3-year higher education degree (minimum EQF 6 level), equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree or higher. You will need to provide diplomas or certificates confirming your qualifications.
• Work Experience: Applicants should not have more than 6 weeks of prior work experience in any EU institution, body, agency, or with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) or Advocates General at the Court of Justice of the European Union (EUCJ).
• Language Skills:
  • Administrative Traineeship: You must have a very good knowledge of two EU official languages. One must be a working language (English, French, or German) at C1 or C2 level, and the second language must be at least B2 level.
  • Translation Traineeship: Applicants must be able to translate into their native language from two other official EU languages. One of the source languages must be a working language (English, French, or German) at C1 or C2 level, and the second source language should be at least B2 level.

There will we two periods for the internships:

• Beginning of March to the end of July
• Beginning of October to the end of February the following year

The living allowance for the traineeship sessions is about €1.418,20 per month

Make sure to check all eligibility requirements before applying! There are extra points to be gained.

How to Apply: The application process is straightforward and can be completed in a few simple steps. Detailed instructions on how to apply for the next session are available on the European Commission’s official website.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your professional journey with the European Commission!