Funded Traineeship: Political, Press and Information Section

Job Description

Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Myanmar?

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Myanmar, starting in November 2025.

The Political, Press and Information (PPI) Section follows political and economic developments in Myanmar and works with civil society and the media with the aim to further strengthen EU-Myanmar relations. The section coordinates the public communications and public diplomacy initiatives of the European Union in Myanmar. The EU Delegation also promotes people-to-people contacts and intercultural exchange, for example by organising cultural events.

Main tasks:

• Assist in managing the Delegation’s digital and social media presence, including drafting posts, web articles and designing visual materials, and managing relevant translations thereof;
• Monitor local media and compile daily press reviews;
• Assist in developing, drafting and designing public diplomacy initiatives;
• Assist in organising EU communication, visibility and cultural events;
• Attend meetings, conferences and seminars upon request and draft reports;
• Support coordination with internal and external partners, including embassies of EU Member States and service providers

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Taking into account the local and security conditions, only applicants currently residing in Myanmar will be considered;
• Basic knowledge of the EU and its work in Myanmar;
• Interest in promoting awareness about the EU in Myanmar through public diplomacy;
• Excellent analytical, communication and drafting skills in English and Burmese languages;
• Willingness and ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Working knowledge in graphic design software and technologies (In Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) is considered an asset.
• Myanmar citizenship;

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-MYANMAR-JOBS@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
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Political, Press, Information Section 2025 (S2)

Important information to read before applying

Before applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.

Citizens from EU Member states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must hold a relevant entrance visa and / or temporary residence permit where applicable, based on the traineeship agreement, the duration of the traineeship, and in compliance with the local legislation.

The deadline for submitting applications is 25 Sept 2025, 17.00 (Myanmar time).