Traineeship Project Guidelines at the EMCDDA

Traineeship Project Guidelines at the EMCDDA

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the purpose and structure of a traineeship project at the EMCDDA. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify potential project topics and the benefits for both the trainee and the EMCDDA. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to describe the process of selecting, developing, and presenting a traineeship project. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to recognize the importance of collaboration and the opportunity to work on projects outside the assigned unit.

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Purpose of the Traineeship Project

The EMCDDA traineeship project provides practical learning experience and enhances the trainee's résumé. It aims to contribute fresh perspectives and academic knowledge to the unit's work.

Project Topic Selection and Flexibility

Trainees have two months to define their project. They must present it in a report, presentation, or other formats at the end of their traineeship. The project aligns with EMCDDA's context and identifies improvement opportunities.

Project Development Timeline

Trainees have two months to define their project. They must present it in a report, presentation, or other formats at the end of their traineeship.

Supervisor Support and Trainee Collaboration

Supervisors support and guide the trainee throughout the project development process. Trainees are encouraged to engage in additional projects outside their unit.

Project Deliverables and Presentation Format

The presentation includes an introduction aligned with EMCDDA's context, identification of improvement opportunities, a project description outlining improvements, challenges, necessary resources, and implementation strategies, followed by a conclusion.

Feedback and Non-evaluation of the Project

Trainees receive feedback upon request and are encouraged to engage in additional projects outside their unit.

Opportunities for Involvement in Projects Outside the Unit

Trainees are encouraged to engage in additional projects outside their unit to gain practical experience and contribute to the EMCDDA.

Definition List

EMCDDA: European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction, Traineeship Project: An individual or group project developed by trainees to gain practical experience and contribute to the EMCDDA, Supervisor: A person who supports and guides the trainee throughout the project development process, HRMS: Human Resources Management Service, involved in the traineeship project process.

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