Who we are
The European Parliament stands for democracy. We help connect it to people.
This entails providing complete and impartial information to citizens and media about the European Parliament, and assisting Members in their communication activities. The Directorate-General for Communication (DG COMM) strives to reach the right audience with the right message at the right time and in doing so, deliver world-class communication. We are committed communication professionals coming from various professional and academic backgrounds.
The European Parliament's Office in Spain provides information on the role and powers of the European Parliament, on Spanish Members of the European Parliament and their activities, and on the issues currently being considered by the Parliament that are important for Spain and Europe as a whole.
Your tasks
The main work of the European Parliament Liaison Office is related to three big areas: communication and social media, events and political insight. Therefore, the main tasks that would be asked of the trainees would be related to:
- Drafting of press releases;
- Organisation of communication events, seminars or conferences;
- Managing administrative processes to help journalists cover these events or other happenings on central level (Brussels or Strasbourg);
- Drafting briefings and insights on the political life of the house as well as monitoring and analysing European Parliament news and relevant developments for the EU.
You are
- Un profesional titulado en Periodismo;
- Con especializaciones o interés en asuntos europeos y Relaciones Internacionales;
- Buenas dotes comunicativas y de redacción de informes;
- Actitud dinámica y flexible;
- Sentido del trabajo en equipo.
Se valorará positivamente experiencia profesional previa y el conocimiento de nuevas tecnologías respecto a edición, redes sociales, etc.
The European Parliament is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome all candidates, regardless of their geographical, racial or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, civil status, or family situation.