First activity in a series of information sessions kicks off for young people of the joint Internship programmes

The first information session in the series of capacity building activities planned for the interns of the internship programmes of the European Union and the Government of the Republic of Moldova gathered today a total of almost 150 enthusiastic participants. The session marked the official start of a series of trainings aimed at strengthening the interns’ understanding of public service and institutional reform.

It featured two key components: an introduction to the structure and values of the Moldovan public administration, delivered by a former intern now working at the State Chancellery, Oxana Tonconog, and an interactive discussion on reforming large systems, conducted by the EU High Level Adviser on Education, Development of Human Capital and Research, Daniel Funeriu. 

Launched on 30 June, the two-months Internship Programme offers students and recent graduates studying in Moldova and abroad, a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within central public authorities, working closely with civil servants and EU High Level Advisers. In addition to their regular activities within host institutions, the interns will attend a series of seminars, capacity-building activities, and training sessions designed to reinforce both their practical skills and academic knowledge.

To support their engagement, each intern receives a monthly allowance of 200 euro, fully financed by the European Union. The programme represents a strong partnership between the European Union and the Government of the Republic of Moldova, committed to investing in the next generation of public sector professionals and supporting the country’s European path.