The program aims to support talented people who wish to deepen their knowledge in international politics, global problem-solving, and diplomacy, while gaining valuable practical experience at Lithuanian representations abroad and assisting diplomatic missions ahead of Lithuania’s EU Council Presidency in 2027.

Main Requirements for Candidates

• Internships are open to citizens of the Republic of Lithuania and citizens of EU and NATO member states who speak Lithuanian;
• Candidates must have completed at least 2 university-level courses or graduated from higher education no more than 2 years before the start of the internship;
• For internships at the Permanent Mission of Lithuania to the UN, preference will be given to PhD candidates working on dissertations in global politics, sustainable development, climate change, and human rights;
• Excellent knowledge of Lithuanian (C1) and English (C1) languages;
• Strong computer skills (MS Office suite).

Internship Duration and Scholarship

• Duration: 4 months (September–December 2026);
• Scholarship amount: 10,000 USD. Two scholarships will be awarded.

Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

For more information on application procedures and required documents in Lithuanian, please click here.