Italian government announces major public sector hiring push

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The Italian government has launched a large-scale recruitment drive for multiple public sector bodies. On 2 July 2026 the Department of Public Administration approved over 3,600 permanent positions across ministries, agencies and public entities, with the Ministry of the Interior receiving the largest allocation (1,086 posts) followed by the Tax Agency (1,022). The hiring includes new competitive exams, internal mobility and promotions, covering roles for officials, assistants and senior professionals.

Separately, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has opened applications for 95 permanent positions – 60 in administration and consular services, 20 in export‑statistical analysis and 15 for engineers and architects – with a deadline of 30 July 2026. The universal civil service program for 2026‑27 has published provisional rankings, indicating that selected candidates will begin service on 9 October 2026.

The Ministry of Education has also opened a digital application window (16–29 July 2026) for teachers to compete for 150 school‑wide substitute assignments for the 2026‑27 academic year, with placements determined by ranking and preference order.