2013 Eurodesk Brussels Link Traineeship

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 1300 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.
EBL is recruiting a trainee for a period of 5 months to support our research and information dissemination work.
Tasks

•  Researching and updating European information for young people and those working with them, including multi-media content;
•  Supporting the editing of content for the European Youth Portal;
•  Identifying and drafting news items for the Eurodesk Network;
•  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.

Requirements

•  An academic background in politics, social science, journalism, communication, law or equivalent is requested;
•  Interest in youth policy and youth related issues;
•  A basic knowledge of the European institutions;
•  Fluency in English with very good drafting and editing skills;
•  Thorough research skills and ability to analyse and summarise information;
•  Interpersonal and intercultural competences and ability to work in a team;
•  Ability to pursue tasks independently and with energy and drive;
•  Solid computer skills are essential, experience with content management systems and knowledge of photo/graphic design software are an asset;
•  Available for five months, full-time, starting on 15 July, the latest;
•  Have a valid work permit for Belgium;
•  Previous experience of working in NGOs, volunteering activities and/or participation in (international) youth activities are desirable;
•  First experiences in communication, journalism and/or research are an asset.

Conditions
We offer an exciting learning experience in an international team in Brussels. An agreement will be made according to the Belgian Convention d’immersion professionelle contract, including the payment of a monthly compensation and coverage of public transport travel costs. The traineeship is on a full time basis in line with the regular working hours of Eurodesk Brussels Link (38h/week).
Applications
If your profile matches the requirements and you are available to start on 15th July 2013 the latest, please send your CV and a concise application letter (max. 1 page) in English to: internship@eurodesk.eu by 5th June 2013 (17:00 Brussels time).
Please note that due to the very high number of applications, only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will take place from 10th to 19th June 2013 in Brussels or online.