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 Ukraine? The EU Delegation to Ukraine is offering a funded traineeship of up to 6 months in 2026 within its Political Section, with a tentative start on 1 October 2026.
About the Section
The Political Section develops analysis and recommendations for HQ on political developments in the country; the reform process, including the implementation of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement; Ukraine's foreign and security policies; and Russia's aggression against Ukraine and its socio-economic and geopolitical consequences. The intern is fully embedded in the section's work, with direct exposure to EU activities in Ukraine and a unique chance to understand an EU Delegation in a third country from the inside.
Main Tasks
📝 Contribute to and assist in preparing enlargement reporting and monitor relevant policy developments
📊 Gather data and assess ongoing progress in EU integration and the wider reform process
📅 Participate in internal and external meetings and events and report on them
Requirements
🎓 Bachelor's degree in law, economics, international relations, political science, sociology or a related field, with completed or ongoing master's studies
🗣️ Very good command of Ukrainian and very good spoken and written English
💻 Very good command of main IT editing and presentation software
🤝 Good networking, interpersonal skills and attention to detail
🇪🇺 Proven interest in EU affairs
🏛️ Knowledge of Ukraine's institutional system and political landscape
📚 Experience analysing legislation related to the political, economic and sociological sphere
👥 Experience working in a team and coordinating inputs from colleagues
Who Can Apply
🇺🇦 Due to the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine, only Ukrainian citizens currently residing in Ukraine will be considered
✅ Candidates must meet the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of Decision ADMIN(2017)28)
The Details
📍 Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
🗓️ Duration: up to 6 months in 2026 (tentative start 1 October 2026)
🕒 Category: Trainee
💶 Compensation: a monthly grant to cover living expenses (travel, visa, insurance and accommodation are borne by the trainee)
How to Apply
📧 Email DELEGATION-UKRAINE-TRAINEESHIPS@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 Section
Deadline
📅 30 June 2026
