Digital Library Unit

The European Parliament's Directorate-General for Parliamentary Research Services (DG EPRS) provides comprehensive research and analytical support to the Members of the European Parliament, its parliamentary committees and the European Parliament as a whole. The EPRS philosophy is to provide independent, objective and authoritative information.

More than 300 staff work in the DG's 24 units and services.  

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Why choose a traineeship at DG EPRS?    

'Empowering through knowledge' is the guiding principle of EPRS. As an EPRS trainee, you will be exposed to the core of the research and analysis process in the European Parliament. Surrounded by colleagues working on publications covering a wide range of EU policies, you will gain detailed knowledge of the EP's workings while honing your skills in your specific topic of interest. If you choose a traineeship in one of EPRS's library units, you will help the parliamentary community find the resources they need for their work.   

If you choose a traineeship in the Digital Library Unit, you will contribute to the development and promotion of digital services relevant to parliamentary work, aimed primarily at Members and staff of the European Parliament and at the general European public.

We are a team of sixteen library professionals, managing the electronic resources of the Digital Library of the European Parliament in Brussels. The collection focuses on European policies, law, international relations and politics. In addition to books, we have tens of thousands of e-books, online databases, media sources and specialised e-journals. We provide assistance to EP Members and staff with digital sources and services, and contribute to horizontal activities of the Library (e.g. Info desk tasks, training, info sessions, outreach activities). The Digital Library Unit is also responsible for all financial transactions, public procurement and budget management of the EP Library. 

Depending on your background and interests, you will participate in a variety of library tasks, such as:            

• Database and subscription management;
• Monitoring of electronic resources;
• Content management for information platforms (e.g. LibGuides site, intranet);
• Training and outreach activities;
• Assistance and support at the Info desk.

• You have a strong interest in digital libraries and are familiar with library tools used in this field;
• You have a keen interest in ICT and electronic resources management;
• You are user-focused and understand the need to continuously improve user experience and ease of access to digital resources;
• You have strong communication skills and a good understanding of information needs for research purposes.

Experience of working in a Digital Library and/or an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in librarianship or information science would be an asset.

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.