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TRAINING & INTERNSHIP · MAINLY STRASBOURG; DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC LOCATIONS MAY APPLY

Council of Europe – traineeship

Council of Europe – traineeship offers paid five-month placements for nationals of Council of Europe member states who meet the degree and language requirements.

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At a glance

TypeCouncil of Europe traineeship
DestinationMainly Strasbourg; department-specific locations may apply
DurationSet by the published session and department
FundingMonthly grant under the current session rules
LanguageVery good English or French
Official sourceCouncil of Europe traineeships ↗

Programme highlights

✓ Council of Europe placement✓ Six-month session✓ Bachelor degree required✓ English or French required

About Council of Europe – traineeship

Council of Europe – traineeship offers paid five-month placements for nationals of Council of Europe member states who meet the degree and language requirements. The programme is intended to turn international mobility into practical learning, professional exposure or a recognised training experience. Its value depends on clear learning objectives, appropriate supervision and realistic funding, while access may be organised through a school, training body, public service or partner organisation.

Eligibility criteria

  • AudienceGraduates with at least a first-cycle university degree.
  • Age limit18 or over.
  • NationalityCitizens of a Council of Europe member state.
  • QualificationAt least three years of university study and a completed bachelor degree or equivalent.
  • Language requirementVery good English or French, unless the vacancy states otherwise.
  • Previous participationNo previous Council of Europe traineeship, study visit or employment.

Important to know

The 2026–2027 call is closed. Future calls and department-specific requirements must be checked on the official careers site.

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