Structured Volunteer Program: HR Team (f/m/d)

Are you passionate about people, team culture, and helping a fast-growing grassroots movement run smoothly? Are you organised, empathetic, curious, and eager to support a thriving volunteer environment across Europe? Then apply now to join Volt Europa’s HR Team as an intern and help strengthen the backbone of our pan-European political movement!

Do you want to contribute to Europe’s future?

Volt is a pan-European political movement fighting to make Europe more united, democratic, and future-proof. With 200+ elected officials across the continent, thousands of members, and one common vision, Volt offers a rare opportunity to work in a fast-growing, cross-border movement that truly embodies European values.

We strive to be a diverse and inclusive movement. We explicitly welcome applicants of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, disabilities, or faiths. You are welcome here.

The Traineeship

Volt Europa is seeking a motivated and organised HR Intern to support the daily operations and internal processes of its Human Resources team. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to people management, team coordination, and organisational development across a multinational volunteer-driven environment.

This position is part-time, fully remote, and unpaid. It is particularly suited to students or early-career professionals seeking practical experience in human resources and internal operations.

What you’ll do?

The specific responsibilities of the HR Intern will be determined based on team priorities and the intern’s interests. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Supporting day-to-day HR operations and administrative tasks.

  • Assisting with full cycle recruiting.

  • Maintaining and updating HR records, databases, and organisational tools.

  • Supporting internal communication between the HR team and other teams.

  • Assisting with scheduling, meeting coordination, and follow-up on team tasks.

This traineeship also offers opportunities for learning and development across different HR functions.

What you’ll gain?

  • Insight into the internal operations of a pan-European political organisation.

  • Practical experience in human resources, team support, and organisational management.

  • Strengthened skills in communication, coordination, and project management.

  • Experience working in a fully remote, multicultural environment.

  • Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and small-scale HR projects.

  • Familiarity with modern digital collaboration tools.

What are we looking for?

You don’t need to meet every requirement. Motivation and willingness to learn matter most:

Must-haves

  • Passion for Volt’s values and mission

  • Good communication skills in English (written and spoken), any other European language is a plus.

  • Self-organisation and motivation - this is a remote internship, so initiative is key

  • Comfortable working in an international, digital environment.

Nice-to-haves

  • Interest in HR, organisational development, team dynamics, or people operations.

  • Experience within remote environments and digital tools (e.g., Asana, Google Suite).

  • People oriented, curious and proactive.

Practical Details

  • Type of Position: Part-time (20h max / weekly)

  • Location: Fully remote

  • Duration: 6 months

How to apply: 

Interested? Apply by filling out the form below before 11th of January (23:59 CET). If you have any questions, check out the FAQ page for internships 

A Note on Our Values: Volt Europa stands firmly against unpaid internships. We believe labor deserves fair pay. This position is not an employment role or a substitute for paid staff. It is a strictly volunteer opportunity designed for students and activists who want to earn ECTS credits or gain mentorship while contributing to the movement on their own schedule. It is activism, structurally supported.