Working for the European Commission means being part of a unique public administration, where big ideas can lead to real change.
Job opportunities
From shaping laws and policies to protecting people's rights and creating new opportunities, our work helps build a Europe where people can live, grow, discover, love, be free and feel safe.
Join a diverse, multicultural community of dedicated professionals working across the 27 EU countries and beyond. Whether you’re passionate about democracy, climate, justice, innovation or technology, you can find your place and make an impact here.
Discover our current job opportunities
Shape the vision, drive change and turn ideas into action
Become an EU official through a competition organised by the European Personnel Selection Office
Gain hands-on experience through a paid five-month traineeship
Our people
United by a shared commitment to making Europe – and the world – a better place, our staff make the Commission a diverse, inclusive and vibrant workforce.
From scientists and policymakers to economists, trade negotiators and nuclear inspectors, they work across a wide range of professions.
Working at the European Commission
The Commission offers attractive pay and benefits, a flexible and inclusive work environment, and opportunities to develop your career and move across teams, departments and locations.
We are also committed to becoming a greener and more sustainable workplace.
Salaries, leave, pensions, health insurance, and family support and wellbeing
Learning and development, internal mobility and progression
Gender balance, equal pay and equal opportunities
A green employer, fighting for climate neutrality
How to join us
Browse our different career profiles, explore the types of contracts we offer, and discover if you meet the eligibility requirements.