Vacancies
Full-time positions are filled through open competition. Any vacancies are published on the Institute’s Job Opportunities webpage
Library traineeships at the EUI Library
Library trainees have the opportunity to develop their skills and gain experience across a wide range of library services. Activities may include interlibrary loans, acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, electronic resource management, the institutional repository, integrated library systems, journal management, Open Science, and other special projects.
- Candidates must have obtained a university degree, in Library and Information Studies or similar, by the closing date for applications, and no longer than three years prior to the deadline for applications. The three years rule is not applicable to trainees enrolled in further university studies at the moment of their application for the traineeship at the EUI.
- Ability to work in an international team.
- Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of a second EU language.
- Important Information: Please see conditions for eligibility on the EUI Traineeships page. Note – To be considered for a traineeship, candidates must be nationals of the Member States of the European Union or of candidate countries benefiting from a pre-accession strategy.
Applications for Library Traineeships are submitted through the EUI’s central traineeship application system.
- Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Only applications submitted through the online form will be considered.
The EUI Library offers traineeship opportunities twice a year, starting in February and November. Each Library traineeship lasts for one year.
For current openings, deadlines, start dates, and eligibility criteria, please consult the EUI Traineeships page, which contains the most up‑to‑date information.
Only candidates invited for an interview will receive information on the selection status from the EUI. If you have not heard from us within 3 months after the application deadline, you can assume your application has not been successful on that occasion, but please note you are welcome to apply for any other future vacancy of interest.
For information on Conditions for Eligibility, Type and Duration, Grant and Benefits visit EUI Traineeships.
Trainee testimonials.
Hear how the traineeship at the European University Institute Library offers an international, professional environment where guidance is abundant, tasks are clear, and personal and professional growth is a real outcome.
Isabel Pereira de Matos
Trainee
The traineeship exceeded my expectations. I gained hands-on experience in many areas and always felt like a valued member of the team. I really appreciated being trusted to contribute ideas and encouraged to grow beyond my comfort zone.
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Maria Letizia D'Atri
Trainee
My traineeship at the EUI Library was enriching and diverse. I followed the full library workflow and worked with a professional international team in a truly unique environment.
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Katerina Mila
Trainee
My supervisors were always supportive, open, and willing to guide me. The traineeship met all my expectations, offering a collaborative and professional environment where I could develop my skills and grow both personally and professionally
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Bertrand Niyongabo
Trainee
The traineeship has been an incredibly rewarding experience that I will always cherish. My supervisors were supportive and clear, guiding me from day one with purpose and care, making every task meaningful and every day a chance to grow.
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Short-term jobs
Short-term jobs are reserved exclusively for EUI researchers and students, offering opportunities to contribute to Library projects and daily operations. Tasks may include assisting at the desk on Saturdays, reshelving and relabeling materials, data entry, and other similar activities. For information, please email library.admincoord@eui.eu