Young People of the Joint Internship Programmes Explore Moldova’s Public Administration System and the Law-Making Process
Interns enrolled in the two parallel Internship Programmes, supported by the European Union and the Government of the Republic of Moldova, took part in a new training session, eager to understand how Moldova’s public administration functions within the European context, and how public policies develop from initial ideas into adopted legislation.
Irina Alexe, Senior EU Expert on Strategic Planning in the “Moldova is Europe – Support for EU Integration” project, led two comprehensive sessions focused on Moldova’s public administration system within the broader European framework and on the practical insights of the legislative process. The first session explored how Moldova’s public institutions function in line with European standards, emphasizing the importance of transparency, effective governance and institutional coordination. The second session guided interns through the detailed pathway from an initial policy idea to the adoption of a legislative act, illustrating the key stages and potential challenges of shaping laws that align with Moldova’s European integration commitments.
With two months of valuable hands-on experience and a 200-euro monthly scholarship funded by the European Union, the EU–Government of Moldova Joint Internship Programme equips young professionals with firsthand experience, serving as a practical introduction to public service and a real chance to be part of Moldova’s transformation. Beyond daily tasks that the interns perform in close cooperation with public servants and EU High Level Advisers, the Programme combines interactive training sessions, on-site visits to key Moldovan institutions and exchanges with high-ranking public officials and European experts.
Through its support for this programme, the European Union is investing in Moldova’s next generation of professionals. By offering financial assistance, expert mentorship, and access to real public sector environments, the EU helps young people build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in public administration, policy-making, and related fields. The programme not only strengthens Moldova’s human capital, but also contributes directly to the country’s European integration by empowering future leaders who understand and uphold European values of transparency, good governance, and civic responsibility. Interns leave the programme better equipped for the job market and more engaged in shaping Moldova’s future.
