Careers in the European Union: applications open for Administrator (AD5) posts

Careers in EU institutions: applications open for students and graduates (AD5)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education invite applications for entry-level professional posts (Administrator AD5) in European Union institutions. This is an opportunity for stable employment in an international environment, with no professional experience required.

Key information

• Registration period: from 5 February to 10 March 2026 (by 12:00).
• Requirements: Citizenship of an EU Member State and a higher education qualification (at least a Bachelor’s degree). Final-year students may apply if they obtain their diploma by 30 September 2026
• Languages: A very good command of one official EU language (e.g. Polish) and a good command of a second official EU language.

How to apply?

The recruitment process is conducted online. Applicants need an EPSO account and authentication through EU Login.

Applications should be submitted directly through:

• The official EPSO candidate portal
• The AD5 competition information page

Selection stages

The tests take place online on a single day and cover:

1. Reasoning (logical and analytical thinking).
2. Knowledge of the European Union.
3. Digital skills (including IT security).
4. A written test.

For further up-to-date information on career opportunities for Polish applicants, visit Twoja Kariera w UE on LinkedIn and gov.pl/dyplomacja.

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