Call for Applications! for Human Rights Traineeship! at Council of Europe! Apply Now!
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Twice per year we welcome young graduates into our organisation as trainees. For them it is a chance to gain valuable experience in a complex multi-cultural and stimulating work environment. As an Organisation, we benefit from the enthusiasm, motivation and skills that new graduates bring.
Our traineeships:
- last from eight weeks to five months and
- can be undertaken in Strasbourg or in one of our field offices.
There are two official traineeship sessions each year (beginning in March and October – see below for details).
Only candidates applying online, through the official traineeship programme, will be eligible for a monthly allowance of 600 €.
When applying, a candidate can opt for only one Department within the Organisation. Please find out more about our different Entities here.
Who can apply?
In order to be eligible for a traineeship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Have the nationality of one of the Council of Europe member states.
- Have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent (a diploma for the first cycle of higher education as defined in the Bologna Declaration).
- For traineeships at the European Court of Human Rights, have a Masters 1 or equivalent (a diploma for the second cycle of higher education as defined in the Bologna Declaration).
- Have a desire to acquire practical experience and knowledge of the functioning and activities of the Council of Europe.
- Have a very good knowledge of one of the two Council of Europe official languages (English or French) together with good drafting ability. Good knowledge of the other official language is appreciated.
Note- Please note that if you already were a trainee/study visitor within the Council of Europe (either in Strasbourg or in the field) you may not undertake another traineeship in the Organisation, whatever form it may take.
Responsibilities
The typical responsibilities given to trainees include:
- research work;
- preparation of draft reports and studies for meetings of experts;
- drafting of meeting reports;
- assistance with work in hand;
- committee organisation;
- updating websites.
How to apply
- Use the on-line application system, ensuring that you submit by the due date. No other applications can be accepted.
- You must have an e-mail address to set up an account.
- Application forms must be completed only in French or English. You can complete the form over several different occasions and then submit it once finalised.
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