Job Description
We offer:
A traineeship of up to 5 months within the Research and Innovation Section of the EU Delegation to India, starting in 15 July 2025, subject to budget availability.
The Research and Innovation (R&I) Section in the Delegation plays a vital role in facilitating cooperation between the relevant authorities in the Indian government and the European Commission in the field of research and innovation. The R&I Section also strives to connect with the Indian scientific community and innovation ecosystem to promote collaboration on R&I.
Main tasks:
- Support the Section in conducting background research on thematic areas, especially water, health and energy;
- Co-ordinate with EU Member States on matters related to R&I;
- Support EU - India efforts in relation to Trade and Technology Council, Innovation cooperation, and Higher Education
- Organise and support the Section in R&I outreach events in India including preparing background, logistics, stakeholder management, and representation;
- Support in creating communication content for the EU Delegation website, and other publicity materials like brochures, factsheets, etc.
We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:
- Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in [India or in the nearby of Delhi] will only be considered.
- Ideally at least Masters in Science, International Relations or any related field.
- The candidate should have a basic knowledge of the Indian and EU research and innovation landscape.
- Fluent English is essential; other European language skills considered an advantage.
- Good organisational skills and capacity to work in a team.
- Experience outside India will be an added advantage.
- Previous working experience or traineeships in research / think tanks / government institutions are an asset.
How to apply?
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-india-interns@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documents:
- A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other format will not be considered)
- a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
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and an application form
DEADLINE: MAY 30, 2025
