FAQ - Jobs

Which nationalities can apply for an EIB job?

Only applications from nationals of the Member States of the European Union are considered. Citizens from Accession States (countries with which EU accession negotiations are already in progress - currently, Turkey and Croatia) may also be considered for fixed term contracts.

I am not a national of a Member Country of the European Union, but have a work permit for the EU. Can I still apply for a vacancy at the EIB?

No, the possession of a work permit in the EU is not sufficient by itself to be eligible for an EIB post.

Is there a quota system limiting the numbers of staff of the different nationalities of the Member States?

There is not a quota system on the nationalities of staff. Nonetheless, the Bank’s Statutes (art. 13.7) require staff selection processes to consider, not only personal ability and qualifications, but also the attainment of an equitable representation of the nationals of the Bank’s Member States. This may mean that in cases where competence levels of candidates are comparable, preference may be given to candidates of under-represented nationalities.

Are competitions organised?

The EIB does not recruit through competitions. Vacancies are published on its website and, in general, in the national and specialised press of the Member States of the European Union. Candidates are selected following examination of applications received in response to advertisements.

What types of position are offered?

• Auxiliary or temporary staff contracts? NO
• Temping agency staff contracts? NO
• Scholarships? NO
• Training courses? The Bank does not organise training courses as such, but occasionally accepts a trainee following an ad hoc request. Please read information on trainee at the EIB. If you are interested, please send your CV for evaluation.
• Student contracts during the summer period/throughout the year? YES. Applicants are selected by drawing lots. Candidates are invited to send their applications several months prior to the period when they would like to work.
• Freelance contracts? YES, for the Translation Service (particularly English, French and German), through calls for tender. All calls for tender are published in the supplement to the Official Journal of the EC and on our website.

What is the time limit for submitting an application?

The EIB's website is the sole point of reference. Applications are accepted for as long as the vacancy is advertised on the site. Certain specialised sites may also publish advertisements, although the EIB is not responsible for any delays in updating.
If necessary, additional information (deadline, post not immediately vacant, establishment of a reserve list of candidates, etc.) is included in the advertisement.

How do I apply for a job at the EIB?

By responding to an advertisement on our website and by using the form provided for (see individual advertisements).

An acknowledgement of application will be emailed to you once your details have been integrated into the Bank's database. You will receive a reply as soon as your application has been examined.

Please note that because of the relatively high number of applications for each post, the recruitment procedure may prove to be somewhat lengthy.

Does the EIB have a consultants’ register?

The Bank does not keep a register of approved consultants for working on EIB-financed projects, but allows project promoters to select their own consultants.

Calls for tender for projects financed by the EIB are published in the supplement to the EC Official Journal.

Does the EIB make use of recruitment agencies?

The EIB uses recruitment agencies or headhunters only on an exceptional basis. Such companies should forward their documentation and conditions to the following address before making formal contact with the Bank:

European Investment Bank
Staffing Division
100, bd Konrad Adenauer
L-2950 Luxembourg