Translation Stagiaire with journalistic interest (DE-EN) in Berlin

EurActiv operates a trainee scheme in Berlin for young people providing graded learning in EU policies. Interns are allocated either to editorial, commercial or technical tasks, depending on availability and abilities/experience. These internships are for a minimum of six months and can be extended, in which case there are opportunities to serve in a different unit.EurActiv publishes in 15 languages through its own and a network of franchise offices (Editorial Mission)We are now looking for a nearly full-time

Translation Stagiaire with journalistic interest

(DE-EN) in Berlin
(Starting Date: September 2013)

Profile

• English mother tongue obligatory
• Very good command of German
• Translation Degree and strong interest in  journalism
• Frequent user of internet services and familiarity with MS Office
• Proactive, open-minded, flexible and team-player
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and dynamic environment
• Highly-motivated and able to face tight deadlines 
• Working knowledge of Computer assisted translation (CAT)

Responsibilities include

• Translation of articles, headlines and abstracts from German into English
• General office and administrative tasks

EurActiv Offers

• Interesting tasks in a multicultural environment
• Excellent opportunity to practice foreign language skills
• Insight into EU politics
• Insight into the work of a EU based media
• Experience with information technologies (website management, content management system, MS Office package etc.)

This internship will be for an initial period of six months.  A financial contribution is provided.

CONTACT: Please send relevant CVs with short covering letter (in English or German), to Minna-Marie Rosti at selection@euractiv.com by no later than 15 September 2013.