Directorate-General for Information Technologies and Cybersecurity

The Directorate-General for Information Technologies and Cybersecurity (DG ITEC) delivers digitally advanced, secure, resilient, compliant and sustainable information and communication technology (ICT) services. 

Through these services, we strive to empower and support Members to continuously fulfil their democratic mandate in an increasingly digitalised context and to transition from physical to digital environments.

• Carrying out research and analysis, writing contributions to notes, speeches, letters and briefings, covering a broad range of thematic areas within DG ITEC's remit;
• Supporting the implementation of specific projects;
• Support with administrative tasks;
• Statistical analysis and visualisation of data;
• PowerPoint presentations.

We are looking for a professional and motivated individual to join the office of the Director-General (DG) for Information Technologies and Cybersecurity for a stimulating traineeship.

• The successful candidate will work closely with the different members of the DG Team, but reporting directly to a supervisor;
• The chosen person will provide support and administrative assistance in matters related to innovation, technology and technical support;
• The successful candidate will prepare notes, reports, speeches and letters on specific subjects linked to the activities of DG ITEC and support the implementation of specific projects;
• The selected trainee will be required to support any other administrative task required, also working closely with senior staff members to ensure an effective assistance;
• The ideal candidate should have an innovation mindset, a proven capacity to understand emerging technologies and digital transformation trends, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent drafting skills in English;
• The position also requires excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with a strong sense of confidentiality and discretion;
• A very good command of English is essential and the knowledge of Italian/Spanish would be an advantage.

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.