Deadline: 07 June, 2013
Open to: nationals of the Member States of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) with an academic background in economics, political science, engineering, technical studies such as environmental or energy studies or similar
Remuneration: 1 071,19 EUR per month
The Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (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.
The placements are for periods of 3 to a maximum of 6 months. The traineeship is based in Brussels.
About FCH JU
The Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (FCH JU) is a unique public private partnership supporting research, technological development and demonstration (RTD) activities in fuel cell and hydrogen energy technologies in Europe. Its aim is to accelerate the market introduction of these technologies, realising their potential as an instrument in achieving a carbon-lean energy system.
Eligibility
- 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 27 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 very good interpersonal, communication and team skills
Remuneration
The FCH JU pays a monthly grant of 1 071,19 EUR in 2013 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.
How to apply
It is recommended to read carefully the detailed rules applicable before applying.
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 at the latest by Friday 07 June 2013.
For a CV templete in EU format you can check out this website
