Social media & communications trainee for the Volt Europa delegation in the European Parliament

Volt Europa is looking for a trainee to translate the complexities of European politics into compelling social media content and build the online profiles of MEP Damian Boeselager. As a Social Media & Communications Trainee you will be creating all different types of content, building an online community, and managing multiple social platforms - as well as launching some new ones! We work across most of the existing ones, including Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok.  

You will work directly with Damian and his communication team. You will do what the comms team does - no coffee runs or data entry! We are looking for candidates who can work seamlessly in the team, while taking on challenges and projects of their own. Candidates should be able to write video scripts and captions, shoot and edit video, and develop their own content ideas. You should be prepared to receive and implement feedback both from the comms team as well as Damian directly. Support, guidance, and mentoring will always be available, but we also expect you to be able to work unassisted and start your own initiatives.  

We want someone who lives and breathes social media, someone who can juggle numerous roles and responsibilities, and has knowledge of broader European politics. The role would run from September 2025 until the end of January 2026. We are (somewhat) flexible on start and end dates.   

We want to underline that, above all, please apply even if you are wondering if you fit the profile! We value equity of opportunity and believe that creativity and knack for unique communication can come from all corners of professional backgrounds. 

Responsibilities: 

Create content for various social media platforms which includes but is not limited to:

• Explainer videos for various Volt policy positions/decisions 

• Fun meme-style videos on Volt topics  

• Longer-format posts that go deeper on specific topics 

• Creating simple still images as posts or video covers 

• Accompany Damian to relevant events and communicate their work with authenticity and creativity  

• Ongoing development of the broader comms/social media strategy of Damian 

• Tracking and recording insights from social media platforms to give us the means of making data-led decisions 

• Come up with ideas to improve our outreach and media presence 

We ask for: 

• A curious and creative mind with the ability to break down complex topics and issues into accessible social content 

• Sense of initiative to start and carry out own projects 

• Some experience in video and photo editing with (basic) tools such as CapCut. Anything else would be a plus!

• Strong and demonstrable English skills (German writing and speaking skills would be a plus but are not a key requirement)

• Enthusiasm for Europe, the idea of European unity and an ability to work across Europe with different national Volt teams

• Please note that this role requires residency in Brussels or a willingness to relocate

We would be happy about:  

• Experience in either social media production, marketing, public relations, journalism or design

• Experience working in a political context, either directly with the political entity or through various projects 

• An understanding of the role of different EU institutions 

• Any additional language spoken or written is a plus 

What we offer: 

• A space to create, grow and develop your ideas - if you have a great idea for a piece of content, we will make it! 

• First-hand experience in the work of a Member of the European Parliament 

• A fun, young and international team 

• Monthly gross salary of €1.675 (highest possible trainee allowance from the European Parliament).

How to apply? 

We are excited to read your application! If you are interested, please follow this link and complete the application form before 23:59 (Brussels time) on 22 June.

We aim to finalise the selection procedure around mid-July, with a start date foreseen for early September.  

Unsuccessful candidates will be duly notified. 

If you have any questions, please contact Covadonga Solares Morales (trainee supervisor) [email protected].