Webinar: "Internships at European Union institutions: the first step toward a career in an international environment – practical advice"

The Main Information Point for European Funds in Szczecin, together with the Representative Office of the Marshal's Office of the West Pomeranian Province in Brussels and the Permanent Representation of the Republic of Poland to the European Union, invite you to a free webinar entitled "Internships in European Union institutions: the first step towards a career in an international environment – practical advice." What's in it for you? During the first part of the meeting, you will learn, among other things: - what internship programs and competitions are currently available - what the selection criteria and recruitment stages are - how to prepare application documents - what an internship at EU institutions really looks like The second part will present the opportunities offered by European Funds for young people and students, e.g.: - in the field of international exchanges - financing courses, training, postgraduate studies - support for starting and developing a business Hosts Marcin Chęć together with interns (who have already taken advantage of this opportunity) and Marcin Słupiński. Marcin Chęć – diplomat and expert at the Permanent Representation of the Republic of Poland to the European Union, who supports Poles in obtaining internships and jobs in EU institutions on a daily basis. Marcin Słupiński – European Funds specialist at the Main Information Point for European Funds in Szczecin. Applications Those interested in participating are requested to send the completed application form by Tuesday, March 10, 2026. If you have a disability, please inform the organizer of your specific needs and type of disability. This will enable us to prepare appropriate assistance and ensure the smooth running of the webinar. Who is it for? The event is dedicated to anyone interested in internships at European Union institutions and EU funds for young people, students, and university graduates. Webinar program: 10:00 a.m. – Opening of the meeting 10:10 a.m. – Introduction: intern profile, benefits of an internship Selection criteria for internships: - basic selection criteria for the European Commission - basic selection criteria for the Council of the EU - basic selection criteria for the European Parliament - useful tips for preparing your application 10:50 a.m. – Internships in practice – everything you would like to know (interns' accounts) 11:10 a.m. – Question and answer session 11:30 a.m. – European funds for young people 12:00 p.m. – End of the meeting