EU Institutions

Browse jobs at 36 EU institutions and agencies

The European Union is delivered by a network of institutions, agencies, and bodies. The seven core institutions (the Commission, Parliament, Council, European Council, Court of Justice, European Central Bank, and Court of Auditors) sit at the centre, supported by more than 40 decentralised agencies that handle specialised work in areas such as food safety (EFSA), aviation (EASA), border management (Frontex), data protection (EDPS), cybersecurity (ENISA), and pharmaceuticals (EMA). Together they employ around 50,000 staff across the EU.

Each institution recruits independently, but most use the same EU career system: the same grade structure, the same salary grid, and (for permanent posts) selection through EPSO open competitions. Pick an institution below to see its current vacancies, mission, headquarters, headcount, and the typical grades it hires at. If you're new to EU careers, our beginner's guide walks through the differences between institutions, agencies, and bodies, and how to choose the right entry point for your background.

Main Institutions

European Parliament

EP

The directly elected legislative body of the EU, representing over 450 million citizens across 27 member states.

18 open positions

Agencies & Bodies (35)

EBRDEuropean Bank for Reconstruction and DevelopmentInternational financial institution founded in 1991, owned by 71 countries plus the EU and EIB, investing in transition economies from Morocco to Mongolia.

CERNEuropean Organization for Nuclear ResearchIntergovernmental high-energy physics research lab on the Franco-Swiss border, home of the Large Hadron Collider. Not an EU body.

REAEuropean Research Executive AgencyManages parts of the Horizon Europe research program, supporting excellent science and innovation.

NSPANATO Support and Procurement AgencyNATO's main logistics, procurement and life-cycle management agency. Headquartered in Luxembourg.

ESAEuropean Space AgencyIntergovernmental space agency (22 member states) coordinating Europe's civil space programme. Not an EU body; partners with EUSPA on Galileo/Copernicus.

OECDOrganisation for Economic Co-operation and DevelopmentInternational organisation working on better policies for better lives. 38 member countries; headquartered in Paris.

OSCEOrganization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeWorld's largest security-oriented intergovernmental organisation (57 participating states) working on early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management, and post-conflict rehabilitation.

EDAEuropean Defence AgencySupports EU member states in developing defense capabilities and promotes defense cooperation in Europe.

CBE JUCircular Bio-based Europe Joint UndertakingFunds innovative projects advancing sustainable bio-based industries and circular economy solutions.

EACEAEuropean Education and Culture Executive AgencyManages EU funding for education, culture, audiovisual, sport, and citizenship programs including Erasmus+.

EUROPOLEuropean Union Agency for Law Enforcement CooperationThe EU's law enforcement agency, helping member states fight terrorism and serious organized crime.

EMAEuropean Medicines AgencyEvaluates and supervises medicines in the EU to protect public health and enable access to safe, effective treatments.

eu-LISAEuropean Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT SystemsManages large-scale IT systems supporting EU security, border, and migration policies.

SRBSingle Resolution BoardThe central resolution authority for the Banking Union, handling failing banks to protect taxpayers.

CoREuropean Committee of the RegionsThe EU's assembly of regional and local representatives, ensuring local authorities have a voice in EU legislation.

ACERAgency for the Cooperation of Energy RegulatorsCoordinates national energy regulators and helps develop EU-wide energy infrastructure and market rules.

EFSAEuropean Food Safety AuthorityProvides independent scientific advice on food-related risks to protect consumers and support EU food policy.

EUAAEuropean Union Agency for AsylumSupports EU member states in implementing the Common European Asylum System and managing asylum procedures.

EDPSEuropean Data Protection SupervisorThe EU's independent data protection authority, ensuring EU institutions respect privacy rights when processing personal data.

ELAEuropean Labour AuthorityHelps ensure fair labor mobility across the EU by supporting enforcement of EU labor rules.

ENISAEuropean Union Agency for CybersecurityStrengthens cybersecurity across Europe by providing expertise and supporting policy development.

CEDEFOPEuropean Centre for the Development of Vocational TrainingThe EU's reference center for vocational education and training, providing research and policy analysis.

EEAEuropean Environment AgencyProvides independent environmental information to support policy-making and help citizens understand environmental challenges.

EIOPAEuropean Insurance and Occupational Pensions AuthorityEnsures financial stability and consumer protection in the EU insurance and pensions sectors.

F4EFusion for EnergyManages Europe's contribution to ITER and broader approach activities for fusion energy development.

EDPBEuropean Data Protection BoardIndependent body ensuring consistent application of GDPR across the EU and promoting cooperation between national data protection authorities.

CEPOLEuropean Union Agency for Law Enforcement TrainingDevelops and delivers training for law enforcement officials across Europe to enhance security cooperation.

EBAEuropean Banking AuthorityMaintains financial stability and ensures the integrity, efficiency, and orderly functioning of the EU banking sector.

CdTTranslation Centre for the Bodies of the European UnionProvides translation, editing, and language services to EU agencies and bodies based in Luxembourg.

EIGEEuropean Institute for Gender EqualityProvides research and data to support gender equality policies across the European Union.

AMLAAnti-Money Laundering AuthorityEU authority established in 2024 to lead the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing, with direct supervision of high-risk financial entities starting in 2028.

ERAEuropean Union Agency for RailwaysPromotes a safe, interoperable railway system across Europe through technical harmonization.

ESMAEuropean Securities and Markets AuthorityEnhances investor protection and promotes stable, orderly financial markets in the EU.

FRONTEXEuropean Border and Coast Guard AgencySupports EU member states in managing external borders and fighting cross-border crime.

CINEAEuropean Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive AgencyManages EU funding programs for climate action, energy, transport, and environmental projects.