European Parliament Schuman Traineeships 2026

Quick intro

The European Parliament Schuman Traineeships are paid traineeships for graduates who want practical experience in the work of the European Parliament. The official application cycle runs twice per year: 1–31 May for traineeships from 1 October to 28/29 February, and 1–31 October for traineeships from 1 March to 31 July. (European Parliament Traineeships)

Benefits

Schuman trainees receive a monthly allowance. Travel and disability-related support may apply depending on circumstances and rules in the official traineeship FAQ. (European Parliament Traineeships)

Objectives

The traineeship gives graduates practical experience in parliamentary work, EU institutions, policy, communications, translation, administration, research, law, and related areas.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Non-EU applicants may apply, but only a limited number of traineeships are offered to nationals of non-EU countries. Applicants who already completed an EU traineeship of more than two consecutive months may be ineligible. (European Parliament Traineeships)

Required documents

The exact documents depend on the traineeship post. Applicants usually need an online application, CV/profile, education details, and supporting documents if selected.

How to apply

Apply through the official Schuman traineeship portal during the relevant application window.

Official Application Link: European Parliament Schuman Traineeships Portal