International relations. Press and media. Political analysis. Public diplomacy. And an EU diplomatic mission in West Africa representing the values and interests of 27 European countries. This funded traineeship at the EU Delegation to Sierra Leone is a rare opportunity for young graduates with Sierra Leone citizenship who want to experience diplomatic work from the inside.
The EU Delegation to Sierra Leone is part of the European Union's global network of over 140 diplomatic missions — with a similar function to that of an embassy. The Delegation upholds EU values and interests, promotes fundamental rights and accountable democracy, supports Sierra Leone's development agenda, stimulates inclusive growth and job creation, and fosters regional peace and economic integration.
⚠️ Taking into account local health and security conditions, only applicants currently holding Sierra Leone citizenship will be considered.
What Is This Traineeship?
A funded traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Sierra Leone. Two tentative start dates are available: June 2026 and October 2026.
Main Tasks
📰 Contributing to the daily drafting of the Delegation's press review
🌐 Contributing to updating the Delegation's website and social media platforms
✍️ Contributing to drafting press releases and other media-facing documents
🔬 Assisting the Political Section with specific socio-political research work
📊 Contributing to political, trade, and economic analysis on local and regional situations
📢 Supporting public diplomacy — including information and communication, social media, and the organisation of and participation in internal and external events (meetings, seminars, conferences)
🎪 Assisting in organising and participating in EU Delegation events
Who Can Apply?
🔹 Currently holding Sierra Leone citizenship — this is a strict requirement due to local health and security conditions
🔹 Holds at least a B.A. degree in Law, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, or Journalism
🔹 Has less than one year of professional experience after graduation by the signing date of the Traineeship agreement
⚠️ Other traineeships, student jobs, or volunteering work carried out during university or after graduation are not considered as professional experience for this criterion.
About the EU Delegation to Sierra Leone
The EU Delegation in Freetown:
🏛️ Upholds the values and interests of the European Union
⚖️ Promotes fundamental rights, good governance, and accountable democracy
🌱 Supports Sierra Leone's development agenda and sustainable development goals
📈 Stimulates inclusive growth, private sector development, and job creation
🕊️ Fosters regional peace, stability, economic integration, and trade development
How to Apply
Send the following documents to delegation-sierra-leone-traineeships@eeas.europa.eu:
📄 A detailed Europass CV — CVs in any other format will not be considered. Download the Europass CV format at: https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/
✉️ A cover letter describing why you want to participate in an EU traineeship
📋 The completed application form — download here: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2026/documents/Sierra%20Leone_Application%20form%20for%20multiple%20funded%20traineeships_2026.docx
📌 Subject line of your email: Funded Traineeship - PPI
Activity Details
📅 Tentative start dates: June 2026 and October 2026
📍 Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
⏳ Duration: Up to 6 months
👤 Category: Trainee
Deadline
⏰ 22 May 2026
Apply & More Information
📧 delegation-sierra-leone-traineeships@eeas.europa.eu
🌐 Official page: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/sierra-leone/funded-traineeship-young-graduates-eu-delegation-sierra-leone_en
