Job vacancies and internships

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Working at the MFA 

Any job vacancy at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade (MFA) (all careers) is published on the Govjobs.lu website. Individuals with an interest in working for the MFA are therefore invited to check the website regularly, where they will be guided through the application submission procedure.

The job offers on Govjobs are all posted in French only.

The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade does not consider unsolicited applications.

Internships

Every year, the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs offers students enrolled at a higher education establishment (minimum in the 2nd year of university studies) the opportunity to take part in an internship within the department in Luxembourg or at one of the diplomatic network’s embassies and representations abroad.

Duration of the internship

 An internship may last between several weeks and a maximum of 6 months, with the exception of internships approved as part of studies, where this duration may be exceeded.

How to apply?

Internship applications including a cover letter written in French and a Curriculum Vitea (in "PDF" or "Word" format) are to be sent to the Directorate of Finance and Human Resources at stagiaires.etudiants@mae.etat.lu.


Open vacancies

The Consulate General of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg in
San Francisco is recruiting 1 consular officer

One-year fixed-term contract with effect from 1 September 2026, with the possibility of a permanent position following this period.
20 hours/week

Your duties:

  • Consular work You will process passport and visa applications;
  • You provide administrative support for consular work;
  • You contribute to the smooth operation of the consular section, including processing emails, answering phone calls, and filing documents;
  • You will directly interact with the public and assist applicants in a professional and courteous manner;
  • You will maintain accurate records and ensure proper handling of sensitive information.                  
  • Logistics Support the planning and execution of events, including logistical coordination and on-site assistance;                  
  • You carry out any ad hoc tasks necessary for the smooth operation of the Consulate General.

 

Your qualifications / requirements:

  • You have minimum a high school diploma or equivalent;
  • You have a minimum of 2-5 years of work experience;
  • You are fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
  • You are authorized to work in the U.S. (citizenship, green-card holder, work-visa);
  • You are familiar with information technology, in particular Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook);
  • You have excellent administrative and communication skills,
  • Previous work experience within a similar position will be considered as an advantage
  • Sense of initiative, organization, and the ability to work independently
  • You are able to work independently as well as a part of a team.

 

What we offer:

  • Annual gross salary of 31.000 to 42.000 USD depending on your experience and qualifications;
  • Health insurance at United Health care;
  • Possible bi-annual salary increases up to 2,5 % based on employee performance;
  • 25 days of annual leave (pro rata based on a 20-hour workweek), plus federal holidays.
  • End of the year bonus equivalent to one month’s salary.

Please note that California labor law will govern the contract, including the remuneration.

To apply, please send your resume and diplomas to sanfrancisco.cg@mae.etat.lu with a cover letter giving details on the current job and diploma, salary, availability, and motivation for applying. Deadline is June 26th.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for assessments and interviews.

Document of the Job Description (Pdf, 189 Kb)

 

 

Internship Position (M/F)
 

Recruiting organization

Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defense, Cooperation and Foreign Trade
Department: Consulate General in San Francisco / Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office (LTIO)

General Information

Duration: minimum 12 weeks (with possible extension)
Preferred dates: From 01/04/2026 to 31/12/2026 – Flexible dates.
Education: at least two years of higher education completed

Internship Objective

Support the work of the Consulate General of Luxembourg in San Francisco and the Luxembourg Trade & Investment Office (LTIO).

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the planning and organization of events and receptions for the Luxembourg community, the business community, and visiting delegations;
  • Contribute to the preparation of documents and research, including for ministerial visits;
  • Support the management and updating of databases;
  • Conduct research and monitoring related to technology and market developments to support LTIO activities.

 

Profile

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
  • Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information;
  • Experience in managing and updating databases.

Interpersonal skills

  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail;
  • Ability to work independently and learn quickly;
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team;
  • Clear and professional written and oral communication

Languages

  • English: excellent written and spoken proficiency;
  • French: fluent;
  • Luxembourgish: an additional asset.

Required Documents

  • Cover letter
  • Resume

Please submit applications by February 16, 2026 to: stagiaires.etudiants@mae.etat.lu

 

Document of the job description: Internship Position (M/F) (Pdf, 116 Kb)