EU Social Affairs Trainee: Policy & Projects

Eurocities; Brussel; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Public transport reimbursement

Dynamic international team

Part‑time teleworking

Job summary

Eurocities is recruiting a trainee to work on social affairs topics, joining a diverse team for a 1-year CIP traineeship starting January 2027 in Brussels. The role covers policy activities and project implementation with a focus on social inclusion and vulnerable groups.

You are proactive, with a university degree in a related field, English proficiency, and an interest in local social policies. The position includes full-time work, a €1,200 monthly salary, and transport reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social affairs or related field.
• Experience or exposure to social policy topics is a plus.
• Strong written and spoken English essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Social Affairs and team on social inclusion and vulnerable groups at local level.
• Monitor EU policy developments on employment, housing, social rights and related funding.
• Assist with organisation of events, training modules, and working groups (online and onsite).
• Help gather data, draft briefing notes, and contribute to policy statements and reports.
• Provide project administration, drafting reports and updating member data.
• Support updating Eurocities pages and communications tasks.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Independent work

Adaptability

Education

University degree in social affairs or related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Eurocities is recruiting a trainee to work on social affairs topics, joining a diverse team for a 1-year CIP traineeship starting January 2027 in Brussels. The role covers policy activities and project implementation with a focus on social inclusion and vulnerable groups.

You are proactive, with a university degree in a related field, English proficiency, and an interest in local social policies. The position includes full-time work, a €1,200 monthly salary, and transport reimbursement.