EU Institutions
Browse jobs at 51 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 Commission
EC
The executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing day-to-day EU business.
71 open positionsCouncil of the European Union
Council
Represents EU member state governments, adopting EU laws and coordinating policies together with the European Parliament.
1 open positionsAgencies & Bodies (49)
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.
105 jobsEBRDEuropean 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.
68 jobsREAEuropean Research Executive AgencyManages parts of the Horizon Europe research program, supporting excellent science and innovation.
68 jobsNSPANATO Support and Procurement AgencyNATO's main logistics, procurement and life-cycle management agency. Headquartered in Luxembourg.
60 jobsOECDOrganisation for Economic Co-operation and DevelopmentInternational organisation working on better policies for better lives. 38 member countries; headquartered in Paris.
49 jobsESAEuropean Space AgencyIntergovernmental space agency (22 member states) coordinating Europe's civil space programme. Not an EU body; partners with EUSPA on Galileo/Copernicus.
25 jobsEDAEuropean Defence AgencySupports EU member states in developing defense capabilities and promotes defense cooperation in Europe.
19 jobsEMAEuropean Medicines AgencyEvaluates and supervises medicines in the EU to protect public health and enable access to safe, effective treatments.
13 jobsCBE JUCircular Bio-based Europe Joint UndertakingFunds innovative projects advancing sustainable bio-based industries and circular economy solutions.
12 jobsEACEAEuropean Education and Culture Executive AgencyManages EU funding for education, culture, audiovisual, sport, and citizenship programs including Erasmus+.
11 jobsOSCEOrganization 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.
10 jobsEUROPOLEuropean Union Agency for Law Enforcement CooperationThe EU's law enforcement agency, helping member states fight terrorism and serious organized crime.
10 jobsOCCAROrganisation for Joint Armament CooperationEuropean defence procurement organisation managing collaborative armament programmes between member states. Headquartered in Bonn.
8 jobsFRONTEXEuropean Border and Coast Guard AgencySupports EU member states in managing external borders and fighting cross-border crime.
8 jobsEUAAEuropean Union Agency for AsylumSupports EU member states in implementing the Common European Asylum System and managing asylum procedures.
7 jobsEFSAEuropean Food Safety AuthorityProvides independent scientific advice on food-related risks to protect consumers and support EU food policy.
6 jobsEIOPAEuropean Insurance and Occupational Pensions AuthorityEnsures financial stability and consumer protection in the EU insurance and pensions sectors.
6 jobsAMLAAnti-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.
6 jobsCoREuropean Committee of the RegionsThe EU's assembly of regional and local representatives, ensuring local authorities have a voice in EU legislation.
5 jobsSRBSingle Resolution BoardThe central resolution authority for the Banking Union, handling failing banks to protect taxpayers.
5 jobsENISAEuropean Union Agency for CybersecurityStrengthens cybersecurity across Europe by providing expertise and supporting policy development.
4 jobseu-LISAEuropean Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT SystemsManages large-scale IT systems supporting EU security, border, and migration policies.
4 jobsF4EFusion for EnergyManages Europe's contribution to ITER and broader approach activities for fusion energy development.
4 jobsACERAgency for the Cooperation of Energy RegulatorsCoordinates national energy regulators and helps develop EU-wide energy infrastructure and market rules.
3 jobsEASAEuropean Union Aviation Safety AgencyEnsures the highest level of aviation safety in Europe through certification, regulation, and standardization.
3 jobsOPPublications Office of the European UnionThe official publisher of EU law and publications, managing EUR-Lex and other EU portals.
3 jobsCourt of Justice
3 jobsEDPSEuropean Data Protection SupervisorThe EU's independent data protection authority, ensuring EU institutions respect privacy rights when processing personal data.
2 jobsCEDEFOPEuropean Centre for the Development of Vocational TrainingThe EU's reference center for vocational education and training, providing research and policy analysis.
2 jobsEBAEuropean Banking AuthorityMaintains financial stability and ensures the integrity, efficiency, and orderly functioning of the EU banking sector.
2 jobsEUDAEuropean Union Drugs AgencySuccessor to the EMCDDA since 2 July 2024 under Regulation (EU) 2023/1322. Provides factual, objective, and comparable information on drugs across Europe with an expanded mandate covering polysubstance use and threat assessment.
2 jobsCdTTranslation Centre for the Bodies of the European UnionProvides translation, editing, and language services to EU agencies and bodies based in Luxembourg.
2 jobsEUIEuropean University InstituteIntergovernmental postgraduate research institute in Florence focused on the social sciences. Founded by EU member states but legally independent of the EU.
2 jobsEIGEEuropean Institute for Gender EqualityProvides research and data to support gender equality policies across the European Union.
2 jobsERAEuropean Union Agency for RailwaysPromotes a safe, interoperable railway system across Europe through technical harmonization.
2 jobsESMAEuropean Securities and Markets AuthorityEnhances investor protection and promotes stable, orderly financial markets in the EU.
2 jobsEUIPOEuropean Union Intellectual Property OfficeManages EU trademarks and registered designs, supporting innovation and economic growth.
2 jobsEUSPAEuropean Union Agency for the Space ProgrammeManages EU space programs including Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus services.
2 jobsS3JUSingle European Sky ATM Research 3 Joint UndertakingModernizes European air traffic management through research and innovation for safer, greener aviation.
2 jobsEU-OSHAEuropean Agency for Safety and Health at WorkDevelops, gathers, and disseminates information on occupational safety and health to make European workplaces safer, healthier, and more productive.
1 jobsECDCEuropean Centre for Disease Prevention and ControlStrengthens Europe's defenses against infectious diseases through surveillance, scientific advice, and response coordination.
1 jobsECHAEuropean Chemicals AgencyManages the registration, evaluation, and authorization of chemicals to protect human health and the environment.
1 jobsEEAEuropean Environment AgencyProvides independent environmental information to support policy-making and help citizens understand environmental challenges.
1 jobsFRAEuropean Union Agency for Fundamental RightsProvides evidence-based advice on fundamental rights to EU institutions and member states.
1 jobsEMSAEuropean Maritime Safety AgencyProvides technical assistance and support for EU maritime safety, security, and environmental protection.
1 jobsEUROFOUNDEuropean Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working ConditionsProvides research and knowledge to support better social, employment, and work-related policies.
1 jobsEUROJUSTEuropean Union Agency for Criminal Justice CooperationSupports judicial cooperation between EU member states to fight serious cross-border crime.
1 jobsCINEAEuropean Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive AgencyManages EU funding programs for climate action, energy, transport, and environmental projects.
1 jobsIHIInnovative Health Initiative Joint UndertakingFunds cross-sector health research to translate scientific knowledge into innovations for patients.
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