Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking Traineeship – 2015 (1st in-take)

The FCH JU operates a traineeship programme. The programme gives trainees an understanding of the FCH JU and its role within the activities of the European Union, enables them to acquire practical knowledge of the FCH JU and its regulatory framework and to obtain professional experience in the course of their work.

Successful candidates will have an academic background in economics, political science, engineering, technical studies such as environmental or energy studies or similar. Knowledge of the fuel cells and hydrogen technologies will be considered as an advantage.

They will also have some professional or training experience in project management, administration, EU affairs (e.g. communication, IT, legal affairs, internal audit, finance, office management), acquired either in a public administration/academic institution or in the private sector.

Trainees are selected from nationals of the Member States of the European Economic Area (the 28 Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway).

Minimum Requirements:
• Possession of a university degree or equivalent at the time of applying;
• An excellent command of oral and written English and one or more other official Union languages (French and /or German advantageous);
• A good interpersonal, communication and team skills.

Grant:
The FCH JU pays a monthly grant of EUR 1,096.10 net per month and may pay a travel allowance to compensate the expenses incurred at the beginning and at the end of the traineeship from the place of residence, which is normally the address provided for correspondence. It is recommended to read carefully the detailed rules applicable.

How to apply:
The placements are for periods of 3 to a maximum of 6 months.

Interested candidates should send a motivation letter in English together with their CV in EU format and a copy of their university degree by e-mail to applications@fch.europa.eu (link sends e-mail) at the latest by Friday 20 February 2015.

For further information please read here.