The European Railway Agency (ERA) traineeship scheme is addressed to qualified graduates who are willing to get acquainted with and contribute to the everyday work of the Agency.

Who can apply

The standard traineeship programme is open to anyone who meets the following requirements:

• Be a national of a 27 Member State of the European Union, or a national of the
• European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway)
• Have a university degree or equivalent (minimum 3 years of study);
• Have a very good knowledge of English language;
• Have a good knowledge of a second EU official language (other than the mother tongue);

Traineeships will be offered in priority to applicants who have not already been a trainee in a European institution, agency or body.

Benefit

The traineeship can last up to 10 months. A mentor will guide the interns during their traineeships. Interns will receive a monthly grant, reimbursement of travel expenses, paid leaves and training opportunities reserved for the staff.

How to apply 

To apply candidates should fill in the application form and submit it to hr_trainees@era.europa.eu.

Deadline: 15 January 2024.

Find out more here.