Based in Paris (France), the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is an independent EU Authority that contributes to safeguarding the stability of the European Union's financial system by enhancing the protection of investors and promoting stable and orderly financial markets.
It offers 6-12 months long paid traineeships to European students and graduates in different departments such as: Corporate Affairs Department (Risk & Control team, Communications team) or Senior management team (Accounting team), Resources department (teams: HR, Finance & Procurement, Facility Management, ICT and Planning & Reporting).
Work can include research, contributing to reports, compiling statistical data, performing operational tasks and participating in ad hoc studies and projects.