The European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Program 2026 offers an exciting opportunity for graduates around the world to gain hands-on experience within EU institutions. This fully paid, five-month internship takes place in Brussels or Luxembourg and allows selected trainees to work alongside top EU professionals on real policy and administrative tasks.

Summary of European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Program

• Host: European Commission
• Category: Internship
• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Reward:
• €1,493 Stipend per month
• Deadline: 29 August 2025

About European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Program

The European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 is a competitive and fully funded internship program that allows university graduates to work inside EU institutions for five months. Trainees are placed in Brussels, Luxembourg, or other EU locations, where they assist in policy development, research, administrative tasks, and more. Open to both EU and non-EU nationals, the program offers valuable insight into the daily operations of the European Commission and provides a strong foundation for a career in European or international public service.

European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Program Benefits

• €1,400 monthly stipend
• Travel and visa support
• 5-month work experience in EU institutions
• Networking and professional development opportunities

European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Program Eligibility

• Must have completed at least a 3-year university degree by the application deadline
• Little or no prior work experience in EU institutions (maximum 6 weeks)
• Proficiency in English, French, or German (C1/C2) and a second EU language (B2 level)
• Open to both EU and non-EU graduates from all academic backgrounds

Required Documents To apply for the 2026 Blue Book Traineeship, you must submit:

• Completed application form
• Degree certificate(s) with final grades
• Europass Diploma Supplement (if available)
• Official university transcripts

How To Apply for European Commission Blue Book Traineeship

• Review eligibility requirements carefully
• Create or log into your EU Login account
• Complete the online application form and upload required documents
• Go to your candidate account, click “Send an application”, and choose the traineeship type
• Wait for evaluation results, which will be published in your account
• If shortlisted, apply for specific traineeship positions
• Start your application by clicking the button below.

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