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Information on traineeships

The post-graduate traineeship programme is addressed to recent university graduates, without excluding those who – in the framework of lifelong learning – have recently obtained their university qualification and are at the beginning of a new professional career.

The 2025 traineeship programme is now open - Please apply on the vacancies page

Six-month traineeships will be offered on the basis that the candidate has the ability to participate to the extent necessary and will benefit from the experience. The traineeship can be extended up to a maximum of 12 months.

Eurofound is an equal opportunities employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For further information on terms and conditions, interested applicants should consult the Rules governing the Official Traineeship Scheme (2025) and the Frequently Asked Questions about traineeships (2025) below.

What's it like to be a trainee at Eurofound?

Some current Eurofound trainees have shared their experiences to assist others who may be considering a traineeship.

Disclaimer

When freely submitting your request, you are consenting Eurofound in handling your personal data to reply to you. Your request will be handled in accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2018 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the Union institutions, bodies, offices and agencies and on the free movement of such data. More information, please read the Data Protection Notice.