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EUAA Traineeship

Welcome to the EUAA Traineeship page, where you will find all the necessary information about our new traineeship programme.

EUAA Traineeship Programme

 

The EUAA’s traineeship programme is targeted at recent university graduates and university students enrolled in a higher education course and having completed at least three years of studies before starting the traineeship. 

We offer a traineeship contract of 6 months, renewable for a maximum of another 6 months and a monthly traineeship grant of € 1500 and travel allowance at the beginning and at the end of the traineeship if trainees need to change their place of residence by more than 100 km. For the terms and conditions please consult the Decision of the Executive Director No 42/2023 on the EUAA traineeship programme
 

To apply for our traineeship opportunities, please create your profile on our online application tool and apply for our traineeship vacancies.

 

Please note that the application period is now closed. The selection is ongoing, and interviews of shortlisted applicants are planned for November - mid December 2024. 

Only interviewed applicants will be contacted in December 2024 or beginning of January 2025. Those who do not receive communication by this time should consider their application as not selected for further consideration.

 

Go to traineeship vacancies

About the traineeship
  • Who can apply?

    You must be a national of an EU Member State or of a Schengen associated country (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) 
    and 
    You must have completed at least the first cycle of a higher education course or have at least three years of studies 
    and 
    You must have a minimum level B2 of the (Common European Framework for Languages) in English.

  • What is the start date of the traineeship?

    A traineeship can start on the 1st or the 16th of any month.

  • What is the duration of the EUAA traineeship?

    The initial traineeship contract is up to six months and may be renewed for a maximum of another six months. The maximum duration of a traineeship is 12 months.


How are trainees selected?

A vacancy notice, containing all relevant information about the traineeship opportunity, is posted normally for one full month. You must submit your application via our online application tool by the deadline. 

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EUAA carries out a keyword search in the pool of existing applications in the online application tool.
 

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Candidates are screened by Human Resources in a non-biased and objective manner, based on the eligibility criteria under the traineeship rules and the needs of EUAA. 

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The selected applicants are invited to attend a remote interview. The interview will be held in English.

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Once this process is completed, the results are communicated to all applicants who attended the interview. 

How to Apply
EUAA Traineeship Programme - Apply!

 

We accept applications only through our online application tool. Download the User manual for step-by-step instructions.

 

Before you apply, please consider that you meet all eligibility criteria, otherwise we regret to inform you that your application will not be considered.

Please apply ONLY using our online application tool. Applications submitted by any other means will not be considered.

 

 

For any question, contact us on traineeship@euaa.europa.eu
Your traineeship at the EUAA

The headquarters of the EUAA are located in Malta however, EUAA offices are also located in Italy, Greece, Cyprus, Belgium, and Spain. 

Are you looking for an exciting new traineeship in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? EUAA offers you a stimulating and challenging workplace.

At EUAA you will find:

  • Rewarding mission: you will be part of an organisation that works to strengthen EU Member States’ cooperation on asylum, enhance the implementation of the Common European Asylum System and support Member States whose asylum and reception systems are under particular pressure.
  • Growth and development path: EUAA Staff growth and development are very important for us. We provide opportunities to help you develop professionally. You will be assigned to a mentor who helps you develop your skills and competencies.
  • Multicultural environment: you will work with experienced colleagues from all over Europe.
  • Healthy work/life balance: we support your health and well-being. We are developing a wide range of well-being activities.
EUAA Traineeship Programme

 

Living in Malta/HQ

Location of HQ: MTC Block A, Winemakers Wharf, Grand Harbour, MRS 1917, Malta


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Malta - Blue Grotto

Malta is a Southern European island country consisting of an archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. The country covers just over 316 km with a population of around 450,000 making it one of the world's smallest and most densely populated countries. The capital of Malta is Valletta. 

The Maltese Islands enjoy 300 days of sunshine a year, with a mild climate. Nineteen degrees Celsius is the average daytime temperature. This allows one to enjoy and explore this sunny destination year-round. English is the second official language, making it easy to communicate with the local population. In addition, there are many outdoor activities available, depending on your interests and level of fitness. 

Past Social Events Have Included

  • Team-building departmental events 
  • Christmas party for all Malta staff 
  • Trip to the nearby island of Gozo and other destinations  
  • Children’s Carnival at EUAA HQ 
  • EUAA Beach Volley team and EUAA Football team
EASO Volleyball Team
EASO Football Team
 
 

Cultural activities 

Valletta - Malta

Malta boasts of an events calendar featuring an eclectic blend of local and international entertainment, exhibitions, festivals and feasts. Whatever your particular area of interest may be, you are sure to find activities that will appeal to you. Choose from performances by international contemporary music stars, classical music concerts and jazz festivals, amongst many others. 

Updated information on events can be found here: Malta Events - Full Calendar of Events in Malta | Visit Malta.