European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 for International Students
Looking to experience life in Europe? Now you can spend up to 5 months in Europe without any expenses by applying for the European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 in Belgium and Luxembourg. Applications are open for the March 2026 session of this fully funded traineeship program. The opportunity is available to both EU citizens and non-EU nationals who are undergraduate students or degree holders, offering a valuable chance to gain professional experience in an international environment.
The European Commission fully funds this traineeship program, covering all related expenses for participants. It also offers positions for students pursuing master’s degrees. The program particularly values applicants who have little to no prior work experience. Below are the key details about the Blue Book Traineeship, including eligibility criteria and the step-by-step application process.
European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 Details
| Funded By: | European Commission |
| Degree level: | 3-Years Higher Education Degree |
| Traineeship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Duration: | 5 Months |
| Award countries: | Belgium and Luxembourg |
| Last Date: | 29 August 2025 |
Financial Benefits
European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 is a Fully Funded Traineeship Program for students worldwide sponsored by the EU Commission. Selected candidates will get:
- Monthly allowance of €1492 per month(living allowance is paid at the end of every month)
- Visa costs
- Medical fees
- Travel expenditure(Airfare Tickets)
- Accommodation expenses will not be covered
Documents Required
- Copy of valid ID card/passport
- Copy of university studies completed before the deadline
- Proof of:
- university exchange programs abroad, participation in EU or international programs, seminars, or workshops
- All required language skills (other than mother language)
- All required work experience.
- Work experience(if you have)
- Work/volunteering experience abroad
- Rare fields of study
Eligibility Criteria
The European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2026 requires that you:
- must be an EU citizen, and a limited number of seats are open for non-EU nationals as well.
- Have a standard 3-year higher education degree.
- Possess no prior work expertise of any kind.
- Possess good knowledge of English.
- do not need IELTS or TOEFL tests.
- have to work for five 8-hour days(40 hours per week in total)
- will get 2 days’ paid leave per month.
- With no age limit, you can apply for the traineeships.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the European Commission Traineeship 2026 in Belgium and Luxembourg for International Students is 29th August 2025.
How to Apply for European Commission Blue Book Traineeship?
- Simply set up a new EU Login account or sign in with an old one.
- Fill out the application completely, and send it in along with attaching any supporting documentation.
- If you are selected for a traineeship, you will be able to view the positions listed on the VBB portal and submit an application for it.
- Read the application process step-by-step with great care.
