Traineeship - Communications

Deadline for application: 13 August 2025. The ESM is currently looking for a trainee to support the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) Communications team in its tasks over a minimum period of six months. The ESM Communications team is responsible for both internal and external communications, including serving as a contact point for journalists. Our team works mainly on speaking engagements, digital content creation for the ESM website, social media, and internal communications, and publications. PURPOSE OF THE TRAINEESHIPSupport the work of speechwriters and ESM blog managers. Follow trends and developments in the public debate on economic policy in the euro area.

Support our social media activities by helping prepare content for social media posts and campaigns. Support the drafting of articles for the ESM’s intranet platform. Prepare content for the ESM website. KEY BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCEA candidate (or recent graduate within one year of graduation) for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an area related to the ESM’s work (economics, political science, public policy, finance) and/or communications/journalism. Strong interest in European affairs and/or economics. An initial experience in the field of journalism or communications is considered an asset.

Practical knowledge and understanding of graphic design and/or video making, social media tools, and familiarity with photo editing is an asset. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. Fluent oral and written communication skills in EnglishAPPLICATION PROCESS AND PRACTICAL INFORMATIONDeadline for application: 13 August 2025Expected start date: as soon as possibleExpected duration: six months, with possibility of extension up to 12 months in totalCompetitive allowance grantedNote: Please make sure your availability clearly appears on your CV.

All of our current vacancies are available on our website ESM Vacancies CareersThe ESM aims to provide equal opportunity to all candidates irrespective of their gender, nationality, age, race, culture, education, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage women to apply.