EU Careers Student Ambassadors Programme 2026–2027: Volunteer Leadership Opportunity for University Students in the European Union

The EU Careers Student Ambassadors Programme 2026–2027 is a prestigious volunteer leadership initiative coordinated by the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO). The programme empowers motivated university students to promote career opportunities within the institutions of the European Union while gaining hands-on experience in communication, networking, and public engagement.

Selected ambassadors act as official EU Careers Brand Ambassadors at participating universities across EU Member States, serving as the primary point of contact for students interested in pursuing careers with the European Union.

About the EU Careers Student Ambassadors Programme

The programme is designed for enthusiastic, creative, and proactive students who are passionate about EU affairs and career development. Ambassadors work closely with EPSO and national coordinators to raise awareness of EU job opportunities, traineeships, and career pathways, while remaining enrolled as full-time students.

The 2026–2027 selection process has officially started, and successful candidates will serve from October 2026 to September 2027.

Role Description and Responsibilities

As an EU Careers Student Ambassador, you will:

• Act as a point of contact for students interested in EU careers

• Develop university networks and provide accurate information on EU job opportunities

• Maintain an active online and social media presence to promote EU Careers

• Give presentations, attend university career events, and identify relevant speakers

• Answer questions about EU careers and recruitment processes

• Research target student groups and liaise with university media

• Set up mailing lists and distribute EU Careers information through appropriate channels

Ambassadors are encouraged to be innovative and creative, finding engaging ways to promote EU Careers alongside their academic commitments.

Programme Requirements and Commitments

Selected ambassadors are expected to:

• Commit at least two hours per week to ambassador activities

• Arrange or participate in a minimum of one EU Careers event or presentation

• Communicate regularly with their EU Careers coordinator

• Participate in all online training activities provided by EPSO

• Attend a mandatory one-day training course in October 2026

• Keep a log of activities and submit regular reports

Skills and Competencies

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and networking skills

• Strong organisational abilities

• Willingness to learn and share knowledge

• Ability to deliver quality results

• Creativity and initiative in promoting EU Careers

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be EU citizens

• Be fluent in English and the language of the country where they are studying

• Be enrolled and physically present at a participating university for the full duration of the role

• Be available to participate in compulsory training activities

Please note that the list of participating universities is determined in collaboration with national governments. Applications from non-participating universities cannot be supported.

Application Process and Deadline

• Application Deadline: 18 March 2026

• Ambassador Term: October 2026 – September 2027

Each participating university has a unique application contact address. Applicants must locate their university and submit their application through the official Participating Universities page.

Click here to visit the official programme page.

For inquiries, contact:
EPSO-CAREERS-AMBASSADOR@ec.europa.eu

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