European Parliament Traineeship (Schuman)
About this internship
Work inside the European Parliament in Brussels or Luxembourg. Contribute to the work of MEPs, committees, and political groups. Two intakes per year (March and October).
Who can apply
University degree holders. EU language proficiency. No prior EU institution internship. Open to EU and non-EU citizens.
What you will do
- Support the European Parliament in a general or journalism Schuman traineeship
- Contribute to policy, research, administration, or communication tasks
- Learn how the Parliament works from the inside
- Complete a defined traineeship assignment
Perks and benefits
€1,400/month stipend, travel reimbursement for non-Brussels residents, certificate, internal training courses
How to apply
- Hold a university degree and meet the language requirements (usually two EU languages)
- Apply during the relevant call through the European Parliament traineeships portal
- Submit your application and supporting documents
- Proceed through selection
Frequently asked questions
Is European Parliament Traineeship paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid (monthly Schuman grant) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does European Parliament Traineeship last? +
The listed duration is 5 months.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is May 15, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: University degree holders. EU language proficiency. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
