Translation Stagiaire (DE-EN) in Brussels

Fondation EurActiv operates a trainee scheme in Brussels for young professionals and recent graduates. Qualified interns will be trained to assist in either editorial, public affairs, marketing, events, social media or other online publishing activities. Starting dates throughout the year - all positions are advertised on EurActiv jobsite http://jobs.euractiv.com/ for a minimum six months and maximum 12 months remunerated. 

EurActiv publishes in 12 languages through its own and a network of franchise offices (Editorial Mission) 

We are now looking for a full-time Translation Stagiaire (DE-EN) in Brussels

Starting Date: August/September 2015

Responsibilities include:

Translation of articles, headlines and abstracts from German into English

General office and administrative tasks

Profile:

English mother tongue obligatory

Very good command of German

Background (degree) in translations (German- English) and strong interest in politics or journalism 

Brussels experience useful (traineeship at EU institution or similar)

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 

A good command of a third language is very useful

Working knowledge of Computer assisted translation (CAT) 

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. Regular coaching and evaluation will determine whether an extension for a further period is offered.  A financial contribution is provided; 

CONTACT:

Please send relevant CVs with short covering letter to Minna-Marie Rosti HR Manager Brussels – Berlin – Paris - London at selection@euractiv.com by no later 10 June 2015.