Traineeship in Communications
Traineeship in Communications
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Job Description
Traineeship: Communications
Location: Brussels Belgium
Starting: September 2025
Duration: 12 months
Salary: EUR 1900 net benefits
Deadline: 15 June 2025 at midnight Brussels time.
Tell real stories. Support real change.
At the European Endowment for Democracy (EED) we support independent voices working for democratic change in some of the most complex and challenging environments in the world. Our work doesnt live in theory it lives in movements stories and people.
Now were looking for a sharp curious and proactive Communications Trainee to join our small communications team in Brussels. If you know how to craft a great post write crisp copy and run a smooth event and you want to use those skills in a place that supports meaningful work keep reading.
This is a oneyear paid traineeship designed for someone with 12 years of communications experience who wants to grow in a hightrust highimpact environment.
What Youll Do
Content
Assist in drafting editing and proofreading newsletters articles and other comms products.
Help update and manage our website and contact databases.
Social
Contribute to managing EEDs social media presence (LinkedIn X Bluesky Instagram Facebook).
Create smart engaging posts and help shape broader campaign ideas.
Track analytics and provide reports that help us understand whats working.
Events
Support in organising EED events (in Brussels and online) as well as external partner events.
Admin
Assist in processing contracts invoices and other tasks related to the teams work.
What You Bring
You are:
A natural storyteller curious for and creative with content.
A clear communicator comfortable in international teams.
A social media native knowning and learning from metrics.
You have:
12 years of experience in communications or a related field.
A postgraduate degree in communications international affairs or a relevant field.
Nearnative English writing and editing skills.
Working knowledge of social media platforms generative AI and digital tools (e.g. Canva Mailchimp CMS Adobe CC).
Bonus points for:
Fluency in another relevant language (Arabic Ukrainian Russian Turkish French Albanian Serbian etc.)
Interest or knowledge in democracy support independent media civic activism or the EU Neighbourhood regions.
Why Join Us
Real Impact: Contribute to initiatives that make a tangible difference in promoting democracy free press and human rights.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about supporting democratic change.
Professional Growth: Engage in opportunities that enhance your skills and broaden your understanding of the EU public affairs.
What We Offer:
Monthly net remuneration of 1900 EUR net.
Meal vouchers and full reimbursement of your Brussels public transport subscription.
A unique immersion in a purposedriven international organisation based in center of the Brussels EU district.
How to Apply:
Ready to embark on your journey with EED Submit your application online via the apply panel on this page.
Application Material:
Your CV (Europass format required)
A onepage motivation letter
Contact details for two referees
After submitting your application you will receive a confirmation email. Please note: EED does not accept phone calls letters or email queries regarding applications.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and asked to complete a short written test.
Preemployment screening and vetting including a criminal record check are part of the recruitment process. All personal data will be handled in line with EU legislation on data protection.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Contract
