The goals of the European Union are:
Values
The EU values are common to the EU countries in a society in which inclusion, tolerance, justice, solidarity and non-discrimination prevail. These values are an integral part of our European way of life:
These goals and values form the basis of the EU and are laid out in the Lisbon Treaty and the EU Charter of fundamental rights.
The European Union is a unique economic and political union between 28 EU countries that together cover much of the continent.
The EU institutions employ over 40 000 men and women from the 28 EU member countries. The European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) organises 'open competitions' to select personnel for permanent and non permanent positions. Besides permanent staff, the EU also employs contractual agents and temporary staff, offers traineeships and maintains databases of area experts.
Are you looking for an exciting new career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Then look no further than the EU. Whether you're working for an EU institution or an EU agency, the EU offers a stimulating and challenging workplace for everyone. The EU welcomes applicants from all walks of life, so a career with the EU means working with a diverse and multicultural group of colleagues. You will have the opportunity to make the most of your language skills, too. Most posts at the EU require that you speak at least two EU languages. Start a career with the EU and you will be able to further improve your language skills by attending language courses. Support will also be offered to all new members of staff to ensure that they realise their full potential in their chosen career. A competitive salary is offered to all successful applicants.
The EU not only offers a wealth of career opportunities in the vibrant and culturally rich cities of Brussels and Luxembourg and even Strasbourg, it also offers numerous posts in agencies based all over Europe and in EU delegations worldwide.