Policy Trainee (ENVI Committee) for the Volt delegation in the European parliament

Volt Europa is looking for a trainee to support our MEP Kai Tegethoff in his work on the European Parliament's environment, public health, and food safety (ENVI) Committee. The trainee will be responsible for a variety of tasks in the areas of drafting, research and stakeholder engagement, as well as communication and event organisation. This is an opportunity to gain first-hand experience learning about the role of an MEP and the workings of the EU institutions in a fast-paced, fun, and multi-cultural environment.

Our main goal is for your work to have meaningful impact while contributing to your own career parth. In this way, we want to make sure you feel value, agency and autonomy in your work while being part of a team that supports and guides you. The role would run from March 2025 until July 2025 (and potentially beyond). We are (somewhat) flexible on the 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 ofopportunity and do not expect a trainee to arrive with 10 years of working experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Research and produce briefing notes, reports, articles, speeches, speaking points and explanations of votes for use by Kai and/or the wider Volt EP delegation;

  • Attend and prepare meeting notes on Parliamentary and Joint Committee meetings;

  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure a variety of perspectives are taking into account in our policy work;

  • Support communication colleagues with information on policy issues under your responsibility;

  • Help organise events and related outreach activities on relevant topics.

We ask for:

  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail;

  • A proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively ina team environment;

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously;

  • English language competence at CEFR level C1 or above, as the Volt Europa delegation's working language is English;

  • Knowledge of and passion for European politics, policy issues, and current events, and a commitment to progressive values and principles.

What we offer:

  • First-hand experience in the office of a Volt Europa MEP;

  • The opportunity to develop your expertise on environment and climate-related topics and the EU legislative process;

  • A purpose-driven work environment, underpinned by our shared commitment to the Eropean project;

  • A fun, young, and international team;

  • A competitive salary.

How to apply?

We are excited to read your application! If you are interested, complete this application form before 26.01.2025 23:59.

Interviews and the final decision will be made no later than the end of mid-February 2025, with a start date foreseen for early March 2025.

Unsuccessful candidates will be duly notified.

Questions regarding the vacancy and application procedure can be addressed to Louisa Kelly via [email protected].