AGRICULTURE	ECONOMIC/FINANCIAL
FOOD SAFETY, HEALTH & CONSUMER PROTECTION	POLITICAL & DEVELOPMENT	PRESS & PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & EDUCATION	TRADE	TRANSPORT, ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

The Delegation of the European Union to the USA offers a variety of internship positions at its office in Washington, DC. READ/DOWLOAD OUR INTERNSHIP BROCHURE. The New York Delegation, too, offers internship positions. Please contact that Delegation directly for more information on opportunities there. (For information on EU internships in Europe, click here.)

Internships are intended to provide college and university students and recent graduates with the opportunity to acquire considerable knowledge of the European Union, its institutions, activities, laws, and relations with the US. Internship applicants may be of any nationality.

Internships at the Washington Delegation are offered exclusively on a VOLUNTEER (unpaid) basis. Preference is given to candidates available on a FULL TIME basis, i.e., 35-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Internships are offered three times a year in keeping with the "semester calendar" from: September through December (Fall semester); January through May (Spring semester); June through August (Summer session).

Internship Application Deadlines are as follows:
Fall Semester: May 15
Spring Semester: September 15
Summer Session: February 15

All applicants will receive a response.

Applications must contain a RÉSUMÉ, a RECENT ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT, an APPLICATION FORM, a COVER LETTER indicating the reasons for pursuing an internship with the European Union, and a LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION from a current or former professor.

Applicants may not have already benefited from previous internships, in-service training, or employment (paid or unpaid) with any of the EU institutions or bodies for more than six weeks.

Applicants who are selected for the program will need to provide proof of comprehensive medical and accident insurance valid in the USA during their internship.

Applications for internships at the Washington Delegation should be sent to the INTERN COORDINATOR:

By fax: 202-429-1766

OR

By e-mail: delegation-usa-internships@ec.europa.eu

OR

By surface mail:

Internship Coordinator
Delegation of the European Union to the USA
2300 M Street NW, Third Floor
Washington, DC 20037-1434.

NOTE: PLEASE INDICATE IN WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING WASHINGTON DELEGATION SECTIONS YOU WOULD LIKE TO PERFORM YOUR INTERNSHIP:

AGRICULTURE interns should have a background in (agricultural) economics, political science, international trade, and can expect to gain first-hand understanding of agricultural policy and trade matters pertaining to EU/US relations. On these topics, duties include: monitoring of US policy and legislative developments, in-depth research work on specific issues, participation in and reporting on conferences and Congressional hearings, support to outreach activities conducted by Delegation, e.g., with farm groups.

ECONOMIC/FINANCIAL SECTION (ECFIN) interns monitor macroeconomic developments in the US, with an emphasis on quantitative research. They are involved in the preparation of the monthly report on the US economy and given responsibility for specific fields of interest. Specific research projects are undertaken and meetings attended in relation to the monetary, fiscal or labor market policies of the US.

FOOD SAFETY, HEALTH & CONSUMER AFFAIRS interns primarily carry out in-depth research on the US in the areas of food safety, public, plant and animal health issues and consumer protection. They are expected to prepare reports, summaries, analyses and graphs for presentation to Brussels officials. Interns may also be asked to monitor and assess US legislation relating to the above areas and make summary reports where necessary.

The POLITICAL & DEVELOPMENT SECTION (PDS) offers internships to those interested in a broad range of US/EU policy issues, including foreign policy, development policy, justice and home affairs and US domestic developments affecting these issues. Interns are frequently asked to follow Congressional hearings and to conduct research on a given subject. They may also assist in the coordination of grant programs for universities and think tanks, which are also a responsibility of the section, and in other office responsibilities as necessary. Prior training in or familiarity with US foreign policy and other issues addressed by the section, as well as the Congressional process, is an advantage; excellent English writing skills are a must.

The PRESS & PUBLIC DIPLOMACY SECTION (PPD) staff spearheads the European Commission's outreach efforts in the United States, coordinating a wide range of activities and information products geared toward enhancing Americans' awareness and understanding of the EU. PPD also handles all relations with the media throughout the US. They inform on the European Union's policy positions on a broad range of issues and provide the media with information on current developments in the European Union. Concurrently, PPD staff monitors the US print and audiovisual media and provides information about breaking news, political developments and issues of interest to the European Union. The Section selects several interns per period: one intern for Public Inquiries and one Outreach intern who contributes to the overall function of the division through conducting research and surveys on specified EU or US topics or policy areas, helping to update surveys of US states, assisting in alliance-building with partners and helping with coordination of events or projects as needed. In addition, the Press Team offers its interns the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving news environment. Interns are fully integrated into the Press Team and may be given significant responsibilities in all aspects of the Team’s activities—including helping to organize important media events and strategies to implement them, media analysis, research support and project coordination. The Press Team seeks dynamic, outgoing, creative individuals with previous experience in the media field and excellent writing, internet research and computer skills.

The SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & EDUCATION SECTION (STE) provides opportunities for dynamic individuals, capable of independent research, with an interest in US science, technology and education policies. Interns are asked to analyze and report on specific issues, which may require online research, attending specialized meetings and following congressional hearings. Interns are also integrated into other aspects of the section's activities.

TRADE SECTION interns should have a basic knowledge of international trade issues and will work on all aspects of EU-US trade relations. Interns can expect to attend and report on hearings in Congressional committees and Federal agencies, seminars organized by think tanks and trade associations and speeches by US Government officials. There is also the opportunity to undertake research on specific trade issues. Interns also can expect to review daily the US press for articles relevant to the work of the trade section, as well as the website of the European Commission for speeches, legislative proposals and other relevant information.

The TRANSPORT, ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT SECTION (TEE) seeks interns with a strong interest, professional experience and/or academic competence in the transport, energy or environment fields. TEE interns are offered a unique opportunity to work on issues at the forefront of transatlantic relations. Combating climate change, promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency and increasing energy security have gained prominence on the EU-US agenda. In addition, further liberalization of air services between Europe and the US, in addition to aviation and maritime security, continue to be crucial areas of cooperation. TEE interns are responsible for monitoring and assessing legislative and regulatory developments and assisting the TEE Section with reporting to Brussels on relevant US policy developments in these areas. TEE interns attend and report on Congressional hearings and meetings with EU Member States and stakeholders. They are also assigned the task of analyzing one or two larger issues, such as biofuels policies or US state initiatives to mitigate global warming and preparing comprehensive reports. Excellent English communication skills, along with knowledge and/or interest in the EU and US policymaking processes, are considered essential.

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The Internship Application available on this website cannot be used for the European Internships. It is designed only for the Washington Internship program.

OTHER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE IN THE EUROPEAN UNION:

COUNCIL OF MINISTERS TRAINEESHIPS

EUROPEAN COMMISSION INTERNSHIPS IN BRUSSELS

EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT TRAINEESHIPS & STUDY VISITS

EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE INTERNSHIP IN BRUSSELS

EUROPEAN CENTRAL BANK INTERNSHIPS

EUROPEAN COURT OF AUDITORS INTERNSHIPS

EUROPEAN INVESTMENT BANK TRAINEESHIPS

EUROPEAN OMBUDSMAN INTERNSHIPS

EUROSTAT (EU STATISTICAL OFFICE) TRAINEESHIPS

JOINT RESEARCH CENTRE TRAINEESHIPS

OFFICE FOR HARMONIZATION IN THE INTERNAL MARKET INTERNSHIPS

Other Useful Links:

EUROPEAN PERSONNEL SELECTION OFFICE

LINKS TO EU INSTITUTIONS' EMPLOYMENT WEBSITES