GENERAL INFORMATION
Every year the European Union services recruit thousands of new staff in all sectors and from all Member States. The competition procedures are complex and the competition is fierce. But the benefit for those who are recruited is a great job with excellent conditions. Our organisation will guide you to success step by step, from the first stages of application to the final interview with your future employers!
The training is conducted entirely in Greek remotely through our organisation’s platform.
All interested persons can apply if they have at least a high school diploma and knowledge of one of the working languages of the European Union services (English, French, German) is required.
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Who is it for?
The programme is addressed to people of all levels of education
- high school and technical school graduates,
- graduates
- holders of postgraduate and doctoral degrees
- post-doctoral degree holders and researchers
Those interested can be employees in the public or private sector or unemployed by industry.
Purpose
The best possible preparation for those wishing to work in the European Union services in Brussels, Luxembourg or other European cities.
Structure
- Presentation of the services of the European Union and the employment status in them (advantages, disadvantages, etc.)
- Detailed presentation of the steps from application to final interview for each recruitment process
- Detailed analysis of the written examination process, which is the first decisive step in the final recruitment process
- Presentation of methods, techniques and many examples and exercises, so that the candidate is ready for the exam and has a good chance of passing the first crucial stage of the process
Each week there will be a video presentation and printed material for students. In the sections covering competition exam topics, there will be a detailed analysis and explanation of the correct answers and suggested topics. Finally, each week there will be a test where students’ knowledge and progress will be checked. An asynchronous method of training will therefore be used but students will have the possibility of constant communication with the teacher via email.
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Registration Prerequisites
- High school diploma
- Excellent knowledge of one of the working languages of the European Union (English, French, German)
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone with the nationality of one of the 28 EU member states and aged between 18 and 65 can work in EU services. Beyond that, there are more specific conditions per recruitment procedure, such as no convictions by the courts, fulfilment of military obligations for men, etc.
EU services are looking for staff from all educational levels! Thus, even high school graduates can participate in these procedures for specific – mainly – auxiliary staff positions. If you have completed a university degree, you are clearly better placed to apply for a wide range of new recruitment notices. Beyond that, any additional university qualification or skill gives strong advantages to the candidate in specific calls
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As regards the notices of vacancy where graduates are required, each competition indicates the degrees accepted. Each year there is one competition for graduates from all schools. In addition, a large number of competitions are run for specialised categories of graduates. In general, there is a high demand for economists, lawyers, social science graduates, translators, etc.
The working languages in the European Union services are English, French and German. So, in addition to your mother tongue, you must have a thorough knowledge (level C1) of one of these languages. Excellent or very good knowledge of one or more additional languages gives the candidate a considerable advantage. Good computer skills are also a requirement for the majority of jobs. You should be able to use Microsoft Office programs very well, especially Word, Excel and Outlook. Any additional knowledge required is clearly described in each competition
The majority of the European Union’s services are based in Brussels and Luxembourg. Therefore, your career will probably start there. However, there are plenty of services in other European cities. For example, in Greece, Athens, Thessaloniki and Heraklion are home to specific European Union services
The advantages are numerous. A career in the EU institutions offers you a healthy work-life balance. Regardless of whether you work as a permanent, temporary or temporary agent, the European Union offers a competitive salary commensurate with your knowledge and experience. If you already have a family, or are planning to have one, Brussels and Luxembourg have excellent national, European and international schools and nurseries. Finally, as an employee of the EU institutions, you will be constantly developing your skills so that you can respond to a challenging career
Remuneration from EU services is generally tax-free. However, in each country there is a different regime regarding the imposition or non-taxation of fees above a certain threshold. In any case, these fees are not subject to the income tax regime of each state.
For most jobs, selection procedures are carried out by the European Union’s central personnel selection office, EPSO. Usually, after the first stage of the application process, there are written tests on a computer in each Member State. A certain number of the highest scorers are invited to Brussels for the next stage, which includes assessment procedures, group case studies, interviews, etc. Finally, a reserve list is drawn up from which the European Union services select their new employees through a process of more specific interviews.
Each selection stage has its own specificities. We at CEARS are very familiar with the whole process from application to the final interview and through this programme, we will transfer all this knowledge to you. We guarantee that you are well prepared, so that from the first stages you already have a strong advantage over other candidates. The competition will be fierce, but at the right time you will be ready to stand out!
Yes, through the CE.A.R.S. platform
Everything you need will be provided by us
Cost
The monitoring costs are as follows:
- EUR 120 for support in writing and submitting applications
- EUR 400 for preparation at the pre-selection stage
- 700 - 1000 euros for full preparation at the final stage (assessment center)
Registration Procedure
- Complete the registration form below
- Pay the fees
- Scan and send to [email protected]
- the payment receipt
- your high school diploma (or degree if available)
- and your identity card (if in Latin) or passport
- Within 3 working days from the date of confirmation of the deposit you will be sent the codes to access the platform
Job vacancies
| Title | Grade | Agency | Location(s) | Open Date | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building and Project Manager | FG IV | EDA | Brussels (BELGIUM) | 01/02/22 | 31/03/22 |
| Information Technology Officer / Data Centre Services | FG IV | eu-LISA | Strasbourg, France | 09/03/22 | 06/04/22 |
| Protective Security Officer | FG IV | eu-LISA | Strasbourg, France | 11/03/22 | 11/04/22 |
| Policy Officer | FG IV | EPPO | Luxembourg, LUXEMBOURG | 23/03/22 | 13/04/22 |
| INTERAGENCY Policy Officer | EPPO | Luxembourg, LUXEMBOURG | 23/03/22 | 13/04/22 | |
| IT Officer – Systems Network Database and Security | FG IV | EPPO | Luxembourg, LUXEMBOURG | 23/03/22 | 13/04/22 |
| INTERAGENCY IT Officer–Systems Network Database and Security | EPPO | Luxembourg, LUXEMBOURG | 23/03/22 | 13/04/22 | |
| Administrative and Project Support Specialist | FG III | ECDC | Stockholm, Sweden | 15/03/22 | 19/04/22 |
| IT Assistant | FG III | ECHA | Helsinki, Finland | 18/03/22 | 20/04/22 |
| Communication Officer | FG IV | CLEAN AVIATION JU | Brussels | 04/03/22 | 25/04/22 |
A few words about the academic manager
Ktenidis Dimitrios, MSc.
Dimitrios Ktenidis is an economist with higher studies at the Universities of Macedonia, York (UK) and the open universities of Greece and Cyprus.
He has specialized in private, public administration and human resource management in Greek and international large organizations and companies.
He frequently writes articles and teaches in seminars in Greek and foreign universities on human resources management and the implementation of European Union policies and programmes. He has extensive work experience in the field of local government and auditing.
During the last years he has been working as a financial officer of the Horizon2020 and Horizon Europe programmes at the European Innovation Council of the European Commission in Brussels.
