The European Union employs professionals from all fields across Europe. In the EU institutions, you can do varied and impactful work in an international environment – and build a long career during which you can move flexibly between different roles and institutions.
Why an EU career?
- Diverse roles throughout your career – from administration to specialist work and research
- An international and multicultural working environment
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- A working environment that encourages continuous development
How to start an EU career
Recruitment to EU institutions mainly takes place through the EPSO selection procedure. Competitions are organised for different fields and levels, and are open to citizens of EU member states. A good place to start is the EPSO website.
UEF supports you in pursuing an EU career. Our university has an EU Careers Ambassador who can help you explore the career opportunities and application processes offered by the EU
A message from the UEF EU Careers Ambassador
How would you like a job where you can make a difference in the lives of hundreds of millions of people, right at the center of Europe?
When people think of EU careers, the first image is often lawyers in Brussels. That picture isn’t entirely wrong, but in reality the EU offers jobs for specialists in many different fields. There is demand for communicators, economists, natural scientists, translators, engineers, health and social care professionals – and yes, also lawyers.
It is very important that Finnish experts take part in shaping Europe’s future now and in the years ahead. So if you are even a little curious about whether an EU career could be right for you or how to apply for these jobs, feel free to get in touch by email. I am also happy to speak to larger groups in webinars or live events or I can even try to arrange a guest speaker straight from the heart of the EU.
Follow EU Careers Finland on Facebook and @eucareersfinland on Instagram to stay up to date on new opportunities.
Best regards
Maija Komonen, EU Careers Ambassador 2025–26
[email protected]