Who we are
As the voice of citizens, the European Parliament stands for European democracy. The Directorate-General for Communication (DG COMM) amplifies its message of the Parliament to reach every corner of Europe. We help connect Members of Parliament (MEPs) to the people they represent, and we communicate what the Parliament is, what it does, and what it stands for. When Parliament speaks, we make sure it’s heard.
We are committed communication professionals coming from various professional and academic backgrounds.
The House of European History (HEH) is a history museum that collects, researches and exhibits a diversity of memories, experiences and interpretations of European history, deepening knowledge and widening perspectives, encouraging the critical thinking and empathy needed to see historical events from other viewpoints. Underpinned by our academic independence, we will help to build a more informed society aware of the consequences of European history for today and strengthened by the mutual understanding needed for a common future.
The HEH is part of the European Parliament’s visitor offer. Our transnational collection, our exhibitions and our programmes provide unexpected and inspiring experiences. Through outreach and partnerships, we aim to strengthen the European dimension in debating, exhibiting and learning about history. A place for encounters and exchange, the House's multi-faceted interpretation of the past, builds bridges to questions relevant for today's Europe.
Read more of the HEH on: https://www.historia-europa.ep.eu/
Your tasks
We are looking for a trainee for the Curatorial Team at the House of European History.
The work is related to the updating of the permanent exhibition, as well as to the preparation of temporary exhibitions and participatory projects.
It would contain the following tasks:
- Object and content research;
- Preparing abstracts;
- Drafting texts;
- Carrying out the inventory of objects;
- Contacting museums;
- Uploading content in the tablet (permanent exhibition);
- Support in organisation and administration.
You are
- A well-informed historian with excellent knowledge of European history;
- Interested in public history and the mediation of history;
- Enthusiastic and passionate about museums and cultural projects;
- Proficient with computers and standard Microsoft Office software packages;
- Fluent in English (oral and written), additional language skills are an asset;
- Meticulous, systematic and consistent when reviewing records;
- Patient and thorough, completing detailed checks before finalising updates.
You have obtained/will obtain a university degree (level 6 of EQF or higher) at least three months before the starting date of the traineeship.
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.
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