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Internship Vacancy EU Enlargement and Accession Technical Assistance
Internship Vacancy EU Enlargement and Accession Technical Assistance
The European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) was created in 1981 on the occasion of the first European Council held in Maastricht and is supported by the EU Member States and the European Commission. Our core mission is to provide a mix of deep insights and practical knowledge about EU policies, to all professionals related to EU public affairs, with the key objective of further improving their skills and capabilities for effective management of the policies. In addition to the Maastricht-based headquarters, EIPA has a centre in Luxembourg: the European Centre for Judges and Lawyers (ECJL).
The position
EIPA’s Luxembourg Centre for Judges and Lawyers (ECJL) is seeking a highly motivated intern to support the implementation of a flagship technical assistance programme supporting EU accession processes in nine candidate and potential candidate countries (including Ukraine, Moldova, Western Balkans, and Türkiye). The intern will work from the Maastricht office.
The intern will work close in collaboration with the project team and under the supervision of the Project Manager / Overall Coordinator, contributing to policy research, stakeholder coordination, reporting tasks that directly support EU enlargement-related capacity building in public administrations and judiciaries, and event support.
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience on EU law, enlargement policy and technical assistance cooperation.
Main tasks and responsibilities
The tasks during this internship will include:
Policy research and analytical support:
- Conduct preliminary and targeted research on EU accession processes, including progress in candidate countries, legal approximation and EU acquis chapters, and rule of law, governance, and judicial reform
- Support the preparation of programmes for training activities and training materials
- Compile background policy briefs for the Project Manager and experts
Stakeholder coordination and communication:
- Assist in daily correspondence with beneficiary institutions and the Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
- Support coordination of activities with experts and institutional partners
- Help organise and follow-up seminars, workshops, and online training
- Provide logistical support including preparation of meetings, opening online sessions, and coordination of travel arrangements when needed
Reporting, monitoring and visibility:
- Collect and process data on activities including participants, evaluations, and impact indicators
- Contribute to monthly reporting and assist in the preparation of annual reports
- Draft news items and communication materials for EIPA newsletters and LinkedIn
Your profile
Who can apply?
- Master’s degree (or final year) in EU Law, European Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration or related field
- Strong interest in EU enlargement, EU law, policymaking, and governance reforms
- Solid understanding of EU Law and EU institutions
- Basic knowledge of EU accession negotiations and acquis
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent drafting skills in English (C1/C2)
- Proactive, organised, and able to work independently
Are you interested?
How to apply?
Please submit your CV and a motivational letter (maximum one page) as a pdf in English via the apply now button. Your application will be forwarded to the relevant staff member(s), who will consider the possibilities for cooperation.
Deadline for applications: 10 November 2026
Student internships at EIPA are not remunerated, but in certain circumstances we can offer a small allowance. The duration of the internship will be three months.
When?
The internship start date can be discussed but preferably the intern would start at EIPA as soon as possible.
For practical information, you can contact the HR Department by email: recruitment@eipa.eu
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