Location: Luxembourg, Luxembourg
The European Stability Mechanism (ESM) is the permanent crisis resolution mechanism for euro area countries. We are looking for a trainee to support the Corporate Governance and Internal Policies (CGIP) division, which facilitates decision-making at the ESM's highest level by supporting the Board of Governors, Board of Directors and Board committees, manages shareholder relations, and supports the development and improvement of the ESM's governance frameworks, internal policies, procedures and processes. The traineeship offers a promising young professional the chance to understand how the ESM works, gain practical experience of its governance and internal policy framework, and contribute to day-to-day work and selected projects.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support in planning, preparing and following up on meetings of the ESM governing bodies, Board committees and selected high-level events
- Support the preparation, quality review and coordination of agendas, briefings, meeting documents, written procedures and records of decisions
- Maintain governance records, databases, collaborative workspaces and document-management processes
- Contribute to communication and information exchange with internal and external stakeholders, including ESM shareholders
- Conduct research and benchmarking for briefings, notes, governance frameworks and internal policies, including a review of practices at EU and international financial institutions
- Prepare presentations, analysis and decision-support material, and contribute to initiatives that improve governance and policy processes, including through digital and AI-enabled tools
- Provide general support for CGIP initiatives and perform ad hoc tasks
Requirements:
- A candidate (or recent graduate within one year of graduation) for an advanced university degree in European Studies, Political Science, Law, Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, International Relations or a related field
- Good understanding of European affairs and the institutional framework of the EU; familiarity with financial institutions or public international institutions is an asset
- Strong command of Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint); interest in digitalisation and responsible use of AI tools is an asset
- Excellent oral and written English skills, including strong drafting ability
Key competencies: eagerness to learn, critical and strategic thinking, communication and interpersonal skills, problem solving, developing self and others.
Duration: six months, with a possible extension of another six months. Start date as soon as possible. Competitive allowance granted. Remote work possible up to two days a week.
* Deadline for application: 6 November 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the ESM vacancies portal by 6 November 2026. Please clearly indicate your availability in your cover letter.
https://vacancies.esm.europa.eu/#en/sites/CX/job/379/apply/email