The selected Trainee will work together with all our EU office team, learning by doing, and supporting the implementation of our office projects.
Responsibilities:
Researching and following political developments, news, events and insights
Supporting the creation of content for our website
Learning and assisting in project management tasks such as project planning, implementation and reporting
Supporting in communications and outreach tasks
Helping in the organisation of activities, events, roundtables
Requirements:
Masters graduate in Political Science, International Relations, European Affairs, Economics or Law, or another field intersecting with those fields
This is an early career opportunity, therefore priority will be given to candidates with up to 1-2 years max of experience (incl. internships)
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
Ability to perform tasks independently and responsibly, set priorities and meet deadlines
Oral and written fluency in English (German language skills are an advantage)
Gender and diversity awareness
Genuine interest in the values and mission of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
Our offer:
A Convention d’Immersion Professionelle (CIP) contract with a monthly allowance comparable to Bluebook traineeships, from 1 October 2025 to 28 February 2026, with a possibility of extension
A unique learning opportunity to gain experience working at an organisation with a global reach and with committed colleagues and partners
A chance to be integrated into the work of a political foundation, interacting with colleagues in Europe and around the world, and with diverse project partners and stakeholders
A working space in our EU office, a laptop, access to our internal training offers, and mentoring opportunities
Application:
Please send your CV (1 page max) and motivation letter (1 page max) by e-mail to Anna.Mes@eu.boell.org, with email subject “CIP 2025”.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 31 July 2025, 23:59 CEST.
As much as we acknowledge AI as an enabling tool, we encourage candidates to write their CV and motivation letter by themselves.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Thanks for your understanding.
Interviews will take place during the week of 1-5 September 2025.
We are committed to non-discrimination, diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered, regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and minority status.
About the Organization
The Heinrich Böll Foundation is a legally independent, non-profit organization striving to promote international understanding, gender justice, democracy and civil society, as well as environmental protection and sustainable trade and economic development.
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