EUR 1,300 Monthly EU Traineeship, Washington
- Organization: Delegation of the European Union to the United States of America
- Type: Internship
- Location: Global
- Deadline: September 14, 2026
- Funding: Partially Funded
The Delegation of the European Union to the United States, the EU's diplomatic mission in Washington DC, takes on young graduates as paid trainees for up to six months. Five sections are open for the intake starting in November 2026: administration, global issues and innovation, the Head of Delegation office, political affairs, and press and public diplomacy. Trainees receive a fixed monthly grant of EUR 1,300 and cover their own travel, visa, accommodation and health insurance. **What you get:** - A fixed monthly grant of EUR 1,300, the 2026 rate for Washington set by EEAS Decision ADMIN(2025) 37 - A placement of up to six months inside the EU's diplomatic mission in Washington DC - Complementary accident insurance, with the premium paid by the EEAS - Two days of leave for every month worked - A certificate at the end of the traineeship stating the grant received **What you'll do:** - Work in one of five sections: Administration, Global Issues and Innovation, Head of Delegation, Political, or Press and Public Diplomacy - Attend US Congressional hearings and think tank events and write summaries for your section - Research US regulatory and policy developments and contribute to the section's briefings - Help organise the Delegation's outreach events, state visits and public diplomacy activities - Prepare minutes, briefing packs and follow up records **Key dates:** - Applications close 14 September 2026 - Traineeships start tentatively in November 2026 - Placements run up to six months, subject to budget availability **More information:** - General traineeship rules are set by EEAS Decision ADMIN(2017) 28 and summarised in the eligibility annex on the EEAS traineeships page - The 2026 monthly grant amounts by country are published in EEAS Decision ADMIN(2025) 37 - Apply by email to delegation-usa-internships@eeas.europa.eu with a Europass CV, a motivation letter and the application form, naming your chosen section in the subject line
