Job description

Deadline for application: 2 December 2025. The ESM is looking for a motivated trainee to support the Business Strategy and Project Management (BSPM) division with advancing adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the institution. The selected trainee will assist in promoting and enhancing the use of AI tools. The integration of cutting-edge technology is a cornerstone of the ESM’s strategy to remain responsive to evolving challenges and proactively positioned to harness future opportunities. The ESM uses AI to optimise its processes, further increase operational efficiency, and enhance the quality of deliverables through data-driven methods. The ESM is committed to using AI responsibly and ethically.

The trainee will join the Business Strategy and Project Management (BSPM) division within the Chief Operating Officer (COO) Department. The COO Department is pivotal to the smooth functioning of the ESM, ensuring operational efficiency across the organization. It leads on organisational transformation, digitalisation, and the implementation of cutting-edge technologies to support the ESM’s strategic objectives. 

The BSPM division is dedicated to enabling the ESM to reach its strategic goals by improving organisational performance and realising organisational change. It serves as a catalyst for digital transformation, helping the institution remain at the forefront of innovation in the international financial sector. This includes, in particular, fostering the adoption of new technologies, and empowering staff to leverage digital tools—especially artificial intelligence (AI)—to enhance decision-making and efficiency. 

Purpose of this traineeship 

• Support the organisation of an internal AI-focused event to engage staff and showcase innovative projects.
• Assist in promoting and enhancing the use of AI tools and systems within the organisation, including through the organisation of sharing sessions.
• Facilitate communities of interest, e.g. on AI development, by organising regular meetings and promoting the communities internally, encouraging more colleagues to join. 
• Join BSPM staff in exchanges and discussions with counterparts in other International Financial Institutions to share knowledge and best practices, and make internal communities benefit from those learnings.

Key Background 

• A candidate (or recent graduate within one year of graduation) for a Bachelor or Master’s degree in the field of Business Administration, Digital Innovation, Computer Science or other discipline related to the activities mentioned above. A track record in an international and multicultural environment would be an asset.
• Strong interest in AI, digital transformation, and process improvement. Familiarity with using GenAI tools and agents, would be an asset.
• Interest in coordinating projects and/or organising events.
• Excellent command of English, both written and oral.

Key Competencies

• Initiative, curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning.
• Communication and engagement: strong interpersonal and communication skills to promote initiatives and facilitate communities.
• Excellent collaboration skills: ability to work across teams and with external partners.

Why Join our team?

• Experience working in a truly international and dynamic environment.
• Enjoy the benefits of a human-sized institution, where your contributions are visible and valued.
• Develop expertise in AI-powered innovation and digital transformation. 
• Expand your professional network through collaboration across teams and institutions.
• Gain hands-on experience organising impactful internal events and engaging with global peers.

Application process and practical information

• Deadline for application: 2 December 2025
• Expected start date: as soon as possible 
• Expected duration: 6 months, with the option to extend for another six months.
• Competitive allowance granted. 
• Place of the traineeship: Luxembourg.  
• Current working arrangements: possibility to work remotely, normally up to two days a week, from Luxembourg and the border region (or from further away under certain conditions).

The ESM strives to provide equal opportunity to all candidates irrespective of their gender, nationality, age, race, culture, education, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage women to apply.

Note 1: the ESM reserves the right to refrain from hiring, or to slightly modify job responsibilities, as needed.

Note 2: As a result of the selection process, please note that you may be placed on a ‘reserve list’ valid for a duration of six months during which you might be considered for a similar position with a similar level of requirements. Only those candidates who have been notified will be placed on the ‘reserve list’. After this period, you will need to apply again for our vacancies to be considered for a different selection process.

About us

The European Stability Mechanism (ESM) is the permanent crisis resolution mechanism for euro area countries. It provides financial assistance to Members facing financing difficulties. To date, the ESM and its predecessor organisation, the European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF), have launched six financial assistance programmes to five countries, provided financial support, monitored repayment capacity, and engaged with partner institutions for programme design in areas of financial interest.

The ESM is a unique place to work with around 230 individuals committed to making a difference to the future of the euro area. It recruits talented professionals of any nationality from both the private and public sectors. The ESM’s senior management is committed to preserving and enhancing a diverse, inclusive recruitment and work environment.