The European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) offers a traineeship programme for highly motivated university graduates. This opportunity allows trainees to gain first-hand experience in EU operations while applying their academic knowledge in a professional setting.
About the Programme
The ACER Traineeship Programme provides graduates with an opportunity to:
- Gain technical and operational experience at ACER.
- Work in a multinational and intellectually stimulating environment.
- Contribute to EU energy regulation and policy development.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be a university graduate (minimum 3-year degree).
- Be a citizen of an EU Member State, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Ukraine.
- Have very good knowledge of at least two EU languages, one of which must be English.
Duration
- Minimum 3 months, up to 6 months.
- Can be extended once, for a total of 1 year.
Traineeship Grant
Trainees not receiving a salary, scholarship or other form of financial support are provided with a monthly grant.
- As of 1st January 2024, the Traineeship grant amounts to 1,265.36 EUR.
- Trainees can also be awarded some extra contributions:
- Travel expenses (beginning and end of traineeship): Trainees who have completed at least a 3-month traineeship period might be entitled to the reimbursement of their travel expenses.
- Public transportation: All trainees are granted a monthly pass for public transport within Ljubljana.
How to Apply
- Check the open call for traineeships.
- Fill in the Traineeship Application Form, attach a copy of your diploma
- Send it to Traineeship@acer.europa.eu
- Read carefully the Rules before submitting the application
Selection Process
- Eligible candidates are added to a shortlist based on ACER’s current needs.
- The HR team may contact applicants to verify suitability and expectations.
- Final selection is made by the ACER Director.
- All candidates are informed of the outcome.
For more information about the eligibility criteria, rights and duties of trainees, have a look at our FAQs or contact Traineeship@acer.europa.eu
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