Internship - Eurodesk Brussels Link - Brussels, Belgium

Eurodesk is the main source of information on European policies and opportunities for young people and has a network of national coordinators connected to over 1.000 local information providers and partners in 33 European countries. Eurodesk Brussels Link (EBL) coordinates the activities of national partners, who operate as a permanent support structure for the EU’s Youth in Action programme. The network also updates and manages content on the European Youth Portal.
The EBL is recruiting an intern for a period of 6 months, starting as soon as possible.

Tasks

• Researching and updating European information;
• Identifying and writing news items for the Eurodesk Network and the European Youth Portal;
• Answering enquiries;
• Supporting with the creation/revision of training and communication material;
• Supporting in network activities and European level meetings;
• Providing basic technical assistance when needed;
• Other duties as directed by the Director of the EBL office.

Profile of Applicants

• An academic background is requested, previous experience of working in NGO’s or volunteering activities would be an asset,
• Knowledge and interest in youth policy and youth related issues,
• Available for six months, full-time, starting as soon as possible.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Drafting and editing skills;
• Able to research, analyse and summarise information;
• Able to work in an international environment;
• Very good written and oral skills in English;
• Excellent knowledge of new information and communication technologies, basic knowledge of HTML;
• Experience with content management systems and good knowledge photo/graphic design software would be an advantage.

Conditions:

The dates for the internship are 15th November 2011 to 11th May 2012.
Work during the internship is on a full time basis in line with the regular working hours of the EBL (38h/week).
The intern will be based in Brussels, with an internship according to the Belgian Convention d’immersion professionelle contract. A monthly contribution of 700 EUR towards living expenses will be provided.

Applications:

Interviews will take place between from 4th to 9th November 2011 in Brussels. Please note that only candidates, short-listed for interviews will be contacted. Applications should be made to the Eurodesk Brussels Link. Please send your CV and a short and concise application letter in English to: internship@eurodesk.eu by 1st November 2011 (midnight Brussels time).

More information: www.eurobrussels.com