Paid traineeship in Germany for young graduates interested in politics

The EU Delegation to Moldova invites young Moldovans interested in parliamentary democracy to take part in the International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS) programme of the German Bundestag and step behind the scenes to witness parliamentary work for five months, including a three-month internship in the office of a Member of Parliament.

Each year, the German Bundestag, in cooperation with the Free University of Berlin, Humboldt University, and Technical University of Berlin, offers up to 120 scholarships to university graduates from 50 countries. The programme includes a theoretical component focused on parliamentary democracy, a pluralistic society, and a culture of remembrance, complemented by workshops, seminars, and lectures, as well as courses from Berlin universities. The practical component consists of the above-mentioned three-month internship in a parliamentary office, where scholars gain insight into the daily work of a Member of Parliament.

The scholarship includes:

• A monthly allowance of €700;
• Free accommodation;
• Round-trip travel expenses;
• Health, accident, and liability insurance.

Eligibility criteria:

• Moldovan citizenship (dual citizenship is allowed);
• Completed university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, State Diploma, PhD) in any field; proof of graduation can be submitted by December 31, 2025, if justified.
• Excellent knowledge of German (at least level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages);
• Strong interest in political and social issues, as well as German history;
• Civic or social engagement;
• Candidates must be under 30 years old at the start of the programme (born after March 1, 1996).

The deadline for applications is 31 August.

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