Recruitment and Selection at CEPS

CEPS understands that its most important asset is its staff and recognises the key role of an open, transparent and merit-based recruitment and selection process. Since 2018 we have invested a great deal of time and energy in creating a robust, inclusive procedure designed to identify and attract and recruit the most suitable candidates and ensure from the candidates’ perspective, that their experience of CEPS is useful and constructive.

Before publishing any vacancy, we make sure that the job advertisement fully reflects the profile of the desired candidate. We try to paint an accurate picture of what the job will entail so that candidates don’t waste time applying for a position which  will not suit their profile, background and experience. We make sure that the desired criteria are inclusive and welcome applications from researchers of different cultural backgrounds, education, experience and disciplines.

Our recruitment process consists of a series of clearly-defined steps, starting with telephone pre-screening and followed by a structured panel interview. CEPS pays particular attention to the importance of gender balance when establishing its selection panels. Candidates are also invited to participate in a series of practical tests depending on the job for which they are applying.  This can range from a drafting a document in English and creating an Excel spreadsheet to a role-play on giving feedback, or making a presentation on the subject of their choice. Candidates are also systematically invited to complete the online DISC Workstyle and Behaviour Assessment prior to the interview The assessment consists of a series of questions that reveal their natural preferences in behaviour and communication. This assessment will provide insights into how they approach tasks, interact with others, and respond to different situations. Finally, CEPS systematically requests references from its candidates and offers to provide verbal feedback on their performance during the recruitment process if desired.  Once onboard, new recruits are supported by our HR department to help them navigate the challenges of establishing themselves in Brussels and induction training is provided to help them get up to speed with working at CEPS as quickly as possible.

For more information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

CEPS has endorsed the 40 principles of the European Charter for Researchers and Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. CEPS is implementing the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers. Our Action Plan was submitted in March 2019 and in August 2019 we received the HR Excellence in Research award (HRS4R).

We are currently in the renewal phase and have submitted our internal review and new action plan in December 2024. You can find the new action plan here: HR Excellence in Research – Internal Review and Status (December 2024)

You can find more information on this page.

Open Positions

• We currently do not have any open positions

Internships

Open internship positions

• Data Science Intern – Financial Markets and Institutions – deadline 18 April 2025
• Intern – Digital Communications – deadline 13 April 2025
• Intern – Energy, Resources and Climate Change  – deadline 10 April 2025