The EU institutions and Agencies hire a lot of interim staff to fulfil support roles. This work can be a temporary source of income between more stable positions. It can also provide a great opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and network with people from the world of European politics. In some cases, being an interim will give you significant advantages in future councours for a regular contract position with an EU institution.

Interims are often interim strangers en France for a limited period to perform administrative or scientific support tasks. They do not receive the same level of pay as their colleagues in Contract Agent (FG I, FG II and FG III) and are not entitled to the same allowances. Interims are also not eligible for the EPSO selection process.

Navigating the Job Market: Exploring Foreign Worker Temporary Agencies

Several temping agencies serve the EU institutions and the EU Agencies/JUs. To find out which agency is servicing an institution, look at their website or ask them directly.

Some agencies offer a variety of different services, including temporary and permanent recruitment, training, and HR consulting. Others specialise in a specific field, such as IT or legal.

The best temping agencies know their clients and the requirements for a particular role. They will take the time to understand your skills and interests, and match you with an interesting role. They will also help you prepare for interviews and showcase your strengths during the interview process. It is important to do your research and familiarise yourself with the institution before the interview, as this will make you more confident in front of the recruiter.