By Nneka Nwogwugwu
The EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa is inviting applications for its 2025 Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates. This six-month traineeship, starting in June 2025, will take place within the Political, Press, and Information Section of the EU Delegation in South Africa.
About the Traineeship
The selected trainee will contribute to the Delegation’s work on EU–South Africa relations within their thematic field and collaborate with colleagues from other sections as needed.
Responsibilities
- Analyze current and emerging dynamics in the EU-South Africa partnership.
- Monitor political developments in South Africa and its foreign affairs, contributing to political reports.
- Conduct short- and long-term research on topics related to foreign affairs, domestic politics, and human rights.
- Compile information on EU legislation and policies relevant to South Africa for public dissemination.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Have the right to work in South Africa.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Law, Social Studies, Politics, Economics or a related field.
- Have less than one year of professional experience.
- Be a citizen of South Africa or a national of an EU Member State that has signed an accession agreement.
How to Apply
For more details and application guidelines, visit: EU Delegation Traineeship Page.
The EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa is accepting applications for a six-month funded traineeship for young graduates set to begin in June 2025. This opportunity will take place within the Political, Press, and Information Section of the EU Delegation.
The selected trainee will engage in work related to EU–South Africa relations, analyzing dynamics within the partnership, monitoring political developments, contributing to political reports, and conducting research on foreign affairs, domestic politics, and human rights. The role will also involve compiling information on relevant EU legislation and policies for public dissemination.
Eligibility criteria include the right to work in South Africa, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, less than one year of professional experience, and citizenship of South Africa or an EU Member State with an accession agreement. Further application details are available on the EU Delegation Traineeship Page.
