Strategic communication. Social media. Press reviews. EU-funded project outreach. And a diplomatic mission in one of Asia's most unique postings โ Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This funded traineeship at the EU Delegation to Mongolia is for young graduates who combine strong language skills in both English and Mongolian with a genuine interest in EU diplomacy and international development.
The EU Delegation to Mongolia works across political reporting, strategic communication, public diplomacy, and cooperation programme management โ representing EU interests and values in Mongolia and engaging on issues from youth to EU-funded development projects.
What Is This Traineeship?
A funded traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section (PPI) of the EU Delegation to Mongolia. Tentative start date: June or July 2026.
Main Tasks
๐ข Supporting the PPI and Cooperation sections in the organisation, preparation, and implementation of EU communication, strategic communication, and public diplomacy activities โ in particular on issues related to youth and EU-funded projects โ and proposing new activities
๐ Updating and maintaining concise project overviews and factsheets on EU-funded projects
โ๏ธ Drafting written content โ social media posts, press releases, memos, reports, and more
๐ช Assisting in the preparation of meetings and events โ practical arrangements and meeting minutes as required
๐๏ธ Assisting in the preparation of the weekly press review and weekly political updates by monitoring daily incoming news and information
๐ Assisting the PPI and Cooperation sections with participation in COP17 if and when needed
๐๏ธ Contributing to administrative tasks โ translations, letters, filing, delivery of letters to external parties, and similar
๐ค Helping the Head of PPI Section and colleagues with other emerging tasks in their fields of responsibility
Who Should Apply?
๐น University degree in political sciences, linguistics, business administration, social studies, international relations, international development, European affairs, journalism, communications, project management, law, public financial management/economics, agriculture, forestry, renewable energy, or similar discipline
๐น Good analytical skills and capacity to formulate them in a structured manner
๐น Ability and willingness to work in an international environment
๐น Ability to deliver good quality work output under tight deadlines
๐น Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft packages
๐น Excellent English and Mongolian language skills โ both required
๐น Initiative, flexibility, good organisational skills, and team player attitude โ an advantage
๐น Has less than one year of professional experience after graduation by the signing date of the Traineeship agreement
โ ๏ธ Other traineeships, student jobs, or volunteering work carried out during university or after graduation are not considered as professional experience for this criterion.
Grant & Financial Conditions
๐ถ Monthly grant provided to cover living expenses
โ ๏ธ All costs related to travel, visa, insurance, and accommodation must be borne by the trainee.
For EU Member State citizens:
๐ก๏ธ Must provide proof of coverage against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation
๐ชช Must hold a relevant entrance visa and/or temporary residence permit where applicable โ based on the traineeship agreement, its duration, and compliance with local legislation
โ ๏ธ The traineeship can only be offered in compliance with local legislation and the legislation of the country of origin.
How to Apply
Send the following documents to DELEGATION-MONGOLIA-HR@EEAS.EUROPA.EU:
๐ A detailed Europass CV โ CVs in any other format will not be considered. Download at: https://europa.eu/europass/en
โ๏ธ A cover letter describing why you want to participate in an EU traineeship
๐ The completed application form โ download here: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2026/documents/Mongolia%20-%20Application%20form%20for%20funded%20traineeships%202026.docx
๐ Subject line of your email: Funded Traineeship - Name/PPI Section
โ ๏ธ You may only apply to 1 traineeship per delegation. However, based on your profile, the delegation could offer you a placement in another section.
โ ๏ธ Before applying, examine the dedicated website and the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 โ Paid traineeship).
โ ๏ธ Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email.
Activity Details
๐ Tentative start date: June or July 2026
๐ Location: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
โณ Duration: Up to 6 months
๐ค Category: Trainee
Deadline
โฐ 28 May 2026
Apply & More Information
๐ง DELEGATION-MONGOLIA-HR@EEAS.EUROPA.EU
๐ Application form: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2026/documents/Mongolia%20-%20Application%20form%20for%20funded%20traineeships%202026.docx
๐ Official page: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/node/463734_en