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Delegation of the European Commission to Singapore

EU TRAINEESHIP IN SINGAPORE

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2. PURPOSE OF TRAINEESHIPS
3. DURATION AND COMPENSATION
4. WHO CAN APPLY
5. APPLICATIONS
6. Note to Successful trainees (who are non-Singaporean citizens)

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The European Union, European Commission (EC) Delegation in Singapore offers internships for young university graduates from Singapore or from the Member States of the European Union. This training involves practical work experience.

Internships are offered throughout the year and selection normally runs 2 to 3 times a year.

Tasks would typically be equivalent to that given to junior executive-grade staff e.g. compiling documents, researching and analysing information and documentation, contributing to high quality reports, organizing visitor programmes and other events, replying to queries, participating in team meetings, etc.

2. PURPOSE OF TRAINEESHIPS

The purpose of a traineeship with the EC Delegation to Singapore is, in particular:

• To give you a better understanding of the objectives and policies of the European Union.
• To provide you with practical knowledge of the working of Commission departments.
• To enable you to acquire personal experience in your everyday work contacts.
• To enable you to further and to put into practice the knowledge you have acquired during your studies or professional career.

3. DURATION AND COMPENSATION

While the term of your traineeship may vary, we recommend duration of at least three months and in no case longer than 6 months. Preference is given to candidates available on a FULL TIME basis, i.e. 35-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Internships at the EC Delegation in Singapore are offered exclusively on a VOLUNTEER (unpaid) basis. As a public sector organisation, we are unable to offer you the compensation which you may be able to receive in the private sector. We offer a unique opportunity to gain a hands-on work experience of the European Union, the world's largest trading entity and the most prominent organisation transcending the nation state.

4. WHO CAN APPLY?

If you have the following basic requirements, you can!

• You have a university degree or are in the final year of an undergraduate programme.
• You must be fluent in English.
• You must be aged 30 or under as we aim at young graduates at the beginning of their careers. Exceptions can be made if there is a good reason.
• You are confident in using standard office software (document processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and internet browser).
• Preferably, you have a satisfactory knowledge of one additional Community language.

5. APPLICATIONS

There is no specific application form. If you wish to apply, please send:

• Application letter, indicating your preferred period, duration and your motivation for the internship with us.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Clear copy of your passport or NRIC (for Singaporean citizens or permanent residents of Singapore).
• Reference letter

Attention: Please do NOT send originals of your diplomas etc. We will not return any documents provided with an application. Please do NOT attach copies of your PhD thesis, or any publications or studies you have published or have been involved in publishing.

You may send your application electronically to delegation-singapore-jobs@ec.europa.eu

Closing Date:

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

6. Note to Successful trainees (who are non-Singaporean citizens)

Successful trainees who are non-Singaporean citizens (or non-permanent residents of Singapore):

• Must apply for the relevant work pass, at the Ministry of Manpower Singapore (Website: http://www.mom.gov.sg/publish/momportal/en/home.html).
• Must make transport (including travel) / accommodation / health insurance arrangement

on their own and at their expenses.

Some useful websites:

http://europa.eu/epso/working/workhome_en.htm

http://www.singaporeexpats.com

http://www.singaporeedu.gov.sg/htm/liv/liv.htm