Are you a young graduate interested in international relations, curious about the work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU represents its interests and values in Brazil? The EU Delegation to Brazil is offering a funded traineeship of up to 6 months in 2026 within its Political, Press and Information Section, with a tentative start on 17 August 2026, under the supervision and mentoring of a trainee supervisor.
About the Traineeship
A solid, meaningful professional and learning experience in a multicultural, international work environment, spanning both communications and political work for the Delegation.
Main Tasks — Communication
📰 Monitor media coverage of EU-related topics in Brazilian and international media, preparing daily or weekly press reviews
📱 Support social media management (drafting posts, scheduling content) on Instagram, X, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube
🎨 Create communication materials, including graphics, captions, newsletters, press releases, website articles and event announcements
📸 Assist with content production: photos, videos, editing short clips, and gathering material from EU-funded projects and events
🤝 Support media relations: maintaining press contact lists, organising interviews, and assisting with press conferences or briefings
📣 Contribute to campaigns on EU priorities, EU-Brazil relations, sustainability, human rights, trade, culture and education
📊 Track social media performance and prepare analytics reports on engagement, reach and campaign effectiveness
🎟️ Support event communication before and after events
🔎 Conduct research on public opinion, communication trends and influencers
🌐 Assist with translation and proofreading between English, Portuguese and sometimes other EU languages
Main Tasks — Political
🏛️ Research Brazilian political, social, human rights and economic topics, contributing to reports and meeting minutes
📋 Assist with preparing briefings and organising meetings and events
🤝 General assistance to the Political, Press and Information Section
Requirements
🎓 University (Bachelor's) degree in Communications, Business, Economics, Social sciences, Law, Political Science or a related field
🗣️ Very good Portuguese and English, oral and written (Spanish is not considered equivalent to Portuguese)
📊 Good analytical skills
📱 Experience in communications, social media or press-related work
🛠️ Experience with tools such as Canva, CapCut and Lightroom
🌍 Knowledge of international relations/politics and prior diplomatic-environment experience would be an asset
⏳ Less than one year of professional experience after graduation by the signing of the agreement (other traineeships, student jobs or volunteering don't count as professional experience)
Eligibility
✅ Candidates must meet the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of Decision ADMIN(2017)28)
🛂 EU Member State citizens must provide proof of cover against pandemic risk and repatriation costs, and hold the relevant entrance visa and/or temporary residence permit where applicable
The Details
📍 Location: Brazil
🗓️ Duration: up to 6 months in 2026 (tentative start 17 August 2026)
🕒 Category: Trainee
👨🏫 Supervised and mentored by a trainee supervisor
💶 Compensation: a monthly grant to cover living expenses (travel, visa, insurance and accommodation are borne by the trainee)
How to Apply
📧 Email delegation-brazil-traineeship@eeas.europa.eu with a detailed Europass CV (other formats won't be considered), a cover letter explaining why you want an EU traineeship, and the application form. Put in the subject line: Funded Traineeship - Political, Press and Information Section, August 2026
Deadline
📅 10 July 2026
