About the ACER Traineeship Programme
The ACER Traineeship Programme is designed to attract motivated university graduates willing to improve their professional growth through a dynamic learning experience by gaining hands-on experience.
This programme builds a pool of talented individuals who gain first-hand insight into the workings of the European Union and the Agency’s specific operations. In return, trainees acquire valuable technical and practical experience through their daily tasks at ACER, applying the knowledge gained from their studies or previous work. A traineeship at ACER offers an excellent chance to grow in a multicultural and intellectually engaging environment, while contributing meaningfully to the Agency’s mission.
All accepted candidates for a traineeship must work full-time, which entails 40 hours/week.
About the ACER Graduate Programme
The ACER graduate programme aims to attract graduates with a completed Master's Degree and PhD students who are interested in developing professionally by embarking on an exciting learning opportunity in EU energy regulation in its offices in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The aim is to create a pool of fresh talent capable of contributing to core ACER tasks and policy, and creating a bridge with the latest academic insights.
Who can apply for the ACER Traineeship Programme?
- University graduates with a university degree ( 3 years or more of studies), attested by a diploma;
- The traineeship programme is open for nationals of a Member State of the European Union, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein who have completed their university studies.
- Traineeship candidates are also required to have a very good knowledge of at least two EU languages, one of which should be English.
- Traineeships last a minimum of 3 months to a maximum of 6 and can be extended once for up to 6 other months (1 year in total).
Who can apply for the ACER Graduate Programme?
- ACER’s graduate programme is open to Master's Degree graduates and PhD students;
- Applicants must be nationals of a Member State of the European Union, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein and have completed their university studies (4 years or more), attested by a diploma.
- Graduate programme candidates are also required to have a very good knowledge of at least two EU languages, one of which should be English.
- The graduate programme period lasts 1 year in total, with the starting date set according to the Agency’s internal needs and availabilities all along the calendar year.
Selection criteria
Applications will be assessed by taking into consideration the educational background, qualifications, competencies, and motivation. In particular, the following criteria will be assessed when selecting applicants for the traineeship positions:
1) University degree (Bachelor's / Master's) in a field relevant to the traineeship positions.
2) Good written and oral command (level C1) of the English language;
Note: Given the nature of the Agency’s tasks, its working language regime and the requirements of the service, the knowledge of the English language at level C2 is preferred for most of the graduate profiles.
Note: Only short-listed candidates will be informed about the outcomes of the selection procedure.
Expenses and Benefits
- Trainees at the traineeship programme receive a monthly grant of 1,268.18 EUR to help them cover their personal expenses, such as accommodation, meals, etc.
- Trainees at the graduate programme receive a monthly grant of 1,775.45 EUR to help them cover their personal expenses, such as accommodation, meals, etc.
- All trainees are entitled to receive reimbursement of their travel expenses at the beginning and at the end of their traineeship. Trainees must complete at least 3 months to be eligible for receiving the travel reimbursement.
- All trainees are granted a monthly pass for public transport within Ljubljana.
- From the day on which the traineeship begins, trainees are covered by ACER against the risk of accident at work.
Timeline
Application deadline: open-ended - There is no application deadline
Traineeship start: 1st of March or 1st of September 2026
How to apply for the ACER Traineeship Programme?
To apply for the ACER Traineeship Programme, applicants must submit:
1) A completed Application Form for the Traineeship Programme.
2) A copy of their university diploma(s).
Applications must be submitted in English via email to traineeship@acer.europa.eu, quoting the reference of this call and your name and surname in the subject line.
On the application form, clearly indicate up to two profiles for which you are applying.
How to apply for the ACER Graduate Programme?
More Details
- For more details about the ACER Traineeship Programme, check the open call letter or visit the traineeship programme webpage on the ACER website HERE
- For more details about the ACER Graduate Programme, check the open call letter or visit the traineeship programme webpage on the ACER website HERE
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