The deadline for submitting applications is 19/6/2026.
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina?
We offer:
Traineeships of up to 6 months in 2026 within the following sections of the EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina. The tentative start date is in October – November 2026.
Traineeship in the Political Section (POL):
Main tasks:
- Follow executive and legislative developments at State level, including agendas and sessions when they are public and report back;
- Support the work on the EU Integration file, e.g. outreach related activities and other tasks connected to the interaction with relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Provide assistance in preparation and implementation of the projects in coordination with relevant colleagues in the European Integration, Political, Press and Information section, in particular as concerns outreach to social partners, business associations and civil society;
- Support activities related to high-level visits and missions;
- Provide background research on EU integration in Bosnia and Herzegovina upon request;
- Contribute to drafting briefing notes, talking points and read-outs for the section;
- Attending conferences and other events of relevance for the team upon request;
- Support reporting activities to HQ;
Traineeship in the Political and Communication Section (POL-COMMS):
Main tasks:
- Follow executive and legislative developments at State level, including agendas and sessions when they are public and report back;
- Provide background research on EU integration in Bosnia and Herzegovina upon request;
- Contribute to drafting briefing notes, talking points and read-outs for the section;
- Attending conferences and other events of relevance for the team upon request;
- Support reporting activities to HQ;
- Support the drafting of communications material, including press releases, answers to journalists questions, and social media content;
- Support the management of EU in BiH social media accounts, including uploading content, and tracking analytics;
- Provide support for events that raise awareness about the EU’s work in Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Any other tasks as assigned by their line manager.
We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:
- At least a Bachelor Diploma (or equivalent) in political science, international law, international relations, EU affairs or a related social sciences topic;
- Knowledge of local languages will be considered an asset;
- Candidates must have less than one year of professional experience after their graduation by the signing of the Traineeship agreement. (other traineeships or student jobs or volunteering works carried out during university or after graduation are not considered as professional experience)
How to apply?
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-BOSNIA-AND-HERZEGOVINA-TRAINEES@eeas.europa.eu 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/Acronym of the Section (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.
More information here