Human rights. Global health. Labour standards. Disarmament. Economic development. Migration. This is not one internship — it is six. The EU Delegation to the United Nations and other international organisations in Geneva is offering funded traineeships across multiple sections, giving young graduates the opportunity to work at the heart of multilateral diplomacy in one of the world's most important international hubs.
The EU Delegation to the UN in Geneva represents EU interests and values in a multilateral context — engaging with the Human Rights Council, WHO, ILO, UNCTAD, WIPO, UNEP, ITU, WMO, and many other UN agencies and bodies.
⚠️ You may only apply to 1 traineeship per delegation. However, based on your profile, the delegation could offer you a placement in another section.
What Is This Traineeship?
Funded traineeships of 3 to 6 months within six sections of the EU Delegation to the UN in Geneva. Tentative start date: September/October 2026 — except the Disarmament section, which starts in November 2026.
Six Sections — Six Tracks
🕊️ Track 1 — Human Rights Section
📝 Contributing to the drafting of briefings
🔍 Assisting in the preparation of meetings — research and drafting of statements
📋 Preparing draft reports on EU/OHCHR/Human Rights-related meetings, conferences, and events
🌍 Overall analysis of Human Rights policies in various countries
🏛️ Participating in the Human Rights Council and Universal Periodic Review meetings as well as various working groups
🗂️ General logistics support
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-human-rights-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
💼 Track 2 — Economic Affairs, Development, Environment and Digital Section
🏢 Assisting the Head of Section and colleagues in daily work related to UNECE, ITU, UNCTAD, WIPO, UNEP, WMO — and other entities such as WEF, ITC, etc.
🔍 Assisting in the preparation of meetings — research and drafting of statements
📋 Drafting reports following meetings and conferences and summarising newly issued reports
✈️ Assisting in the preparation of official visits and general logistical support
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-economic-affairs-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
👷 Track 3 — Social Affairs and Labour Section
📝 Preparing background notes, analytical reports, and summaries of relevant ILO and other UN agency meetings, events, and seminars — and EU/IMEC coordination meetings
🗂️ Providing administrative support to the ILO Team
📊 Supporting the team in drafting reports, organising meetings, and researching and analysing specific policy topics — including topical issues relating to EU/ILO
🤝 Liaising with EU Member States as part of Governing Body preparations, the International Labour Conference, and general EU coordination
🏛️ Attending meetings and events at the UN, EU Delegation, EU Member States, UN Agencies, NGOs, academia, and think tanks
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-social-affairs-and-labour-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
🏥 Track 4 — Health Section
🏢 Assisting section colleagues in covering EU activities in WHO
🎤 Attending meetings and events at the UN, EU Delegation, EU Member States, UN Agencies, NGOs, academia, and think tanks
🔍 Assisting in the preparation of meetings — research and drafting of statements
📝 Preparing background notes, analytical reports, and summaries of relevant UN and EU meetings, events, and seminars
📧 Supporting communication with EU Member States — including through email and Agora
📊 Supporting the team in drafting reports, organising meetings, and analysing specific policy topics
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-health-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
🏛️ Track 5 — Head of Delegation Section
🌍 Assisting on cross-policy work with particular focus on crisis responses, migration and displacement, and the nexus
🎤 Participating in meetings related to these topics and ensuring timely and quality reporting
📝 Preparing briefing notes
🗂️ Supporting the organisation of meetings and events at the EU Delegation
✈️ Assisting in the organisation of missions from EU Headquarters to Geneva
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-head-of-delegation-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
☢️ Track 6 — Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Section
⚠️ This traineeship is planned to start in November 2026.
🏢 Assisting the Head of Section and colleagues in daily work related to UN and other multilateral meetings in the area of disarmament
🔍 Assisting in the preparation of meetings
📋 Drafting reports following meetings and conferences
✈️ Assisting in the preparation of official visits
🗂️ General logistics support to the team
📧 Apply to: delegation-geneva-disarmament-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu
Who Should Apply?
🔹 MA degree in International Relations, European Studies, or studies pertinent to the specific section
🔹 Knowledge of the EU and the UN
🔹 Excellent drafting skills in English — knowledge of French is a strong advantage
🔹 Previous internships, student or voluntary work in the specific area applied for — considered an asset
Grant & Financial Conditions
💶 Monthly grant provided to cover living expenses
⚠️ All costs related to travel, visa, insurance, and accommodation must be borne by the trainee.
For EU Member State citizens:
🛡️ Must provide proof of coverage 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, its duration, and compliance with local legislation
⚠️ 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 the section-specific email address listed above:
📄 A detailed Europass CV — CVs in any other format will not be considered. Download at: https://europa.eu/europass/en
✉️ 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/EUDEL%20Geneva%20UN%20-%20Application%20form%20for%20multiple%20funded%20traineeships_2026%20-%20MA_Europe.docx
📌 Subject line of your email: Funded Traineeship - Name/Acronym of the Section
⚠️ Before applying, examine the dedicated website and the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 — Paid traineeship).
⚠️ 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
📅 Tentative start date: September/October 2026 (Disarmament section: November 2026)
📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland
⏳ Duration: 3 to 6 months
👤 Category: Trainee
Deadline
⏰ 31 May 2026
Apply & More Information
📋 Application form: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2026/documents/EUDEL%20Geneva%20UN%20-%20Application%20form%20for%20multiple%20funded%20traineeships_2026%20-%20MA_Europe.docx
🌐 Official page: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/un-geneva/funded-traineeships-young-graduates-eu-delegation-united-nations-and-other-international_en
