📋 Tender Overview
The deadline for submitting applications is 15th August 2023Are you a university student interested in international relations Is a working experience part of your course Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Office represents EU interests and values in Hong Kong and MacaoWe offerA traineeship of up to 6 months for students undertaking a compulsory traineeship as a part of their studies within the Trade Section of the EU Office to Hong Kong and Macao starting in October 2023.Under the supervision and mentoring of a Trainees superviser this compulsory traineeship will provide a solid and meaningful learning content notably by the prior identification of the specific skills to be acquired in relation with the studies of the candidates. Main tasksresearch and analysis of informationanalysis of economic topics including trade finance climate changeattend and participate in related meetingssupport the Section in the preparation of visits missions and meetings as well as follow-up actions We look forQualifications or special requirementsCandidates must have the ability to communicate fluently in English fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin is an asset How to applyCandidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-hong-kong-vacancies@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documentsA detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae CV httpseuropass.cedefop.europa.eu CVs in other format will not be considereda cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeshipa University letter requesting a compulsory traineeshipand an application formPlease mention in the subject of your e-mail Compulsory Traineeship - Trade Important information to read before applyingBefore applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a compulsory traineeships Article 9 of the Decision ADMIN201728 - Unpaid compulsory traineeships for students already residing and studying in the host country.All costs related to travel inside the country of residence visa insurance accommodation and living expenses must be borne by either the trainee or the University.Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidate is not able to present the required documents hisher candidacy will be rejected.The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.Citizens from EU Member statesmust provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriationmust undertake to apply for a relevant entrance visa and or temporary residence permit where applicable based on the traineeship agreement the duration of the traineeship and in compliance with the local legislation.
