European Commission Jobs 2026 — 55 Open Positions

HQ Brussels, Belgium & Luxembourg

Est. 1958

Staff ~32,000

About European Commission

The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, upholding EU treaties, and managing the day-to-day business of the EU. Headquartered in Brussels with significant offices in Luxembourg, the Commission employs over 32,000 staff across its 50+ Directorates-General and services. It is the EU's largest employer and covers virtually every policy area, from trade and competition to climate, digital, and external affairs. The Commission's political leadership comprises the President and the College of 27 Commissioners, each responsible for a specific policy portfolio.

Working at European Commission

The European Commission offers an extraordinarily wide range of career opportunities. Staff work as policy officers, economists, lawyers, scientists, IT specialists, translators, administrators, and in many other professional roles. The Commission's Directorates-General span every major policy area, and positions are available in Brussels, Luxembourg, and EU Delegations worldwide. English, French, and German are the primary working languages, though the Commission's translation service works across all 24 official EU languages. The Commission recruits permanent officials through EPSO competitions, as well as temporary agents, contract agents, and seconded national experts.

How to Apply

Permanent official positions at the Commission are filled exclusively through EPSO open competitions. Contract agent roles are available through the CAST Permanent process. Temporary agent and other positions are advertised on the EU Careers portal. The Commission also offers Blue Book Traineeships twice per year for young graduates.