Secretariat of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) - Post A

The Directorate-General for Economy, Transformation and Industry (DG ECTI) plays an essential role in supporting the work of key parliamentary committees, empowering Members of the European Parliament to excel in their legislative, scrutiny, and budgetary responsibilities. As a cornerstone of the European Parliament's administrative structure, DG ECTI facilitates the smooth operation of committee activities, promoting evidence-based decision-making through expert analysis and dedicated research services. Its policy remit encompasses a broad range of areas, including economic and monetary affairs, financial policy, taxation, internal market and consumer protection, cybersecurity, industry, research, energy, environment, climate, food safety, and public health. Through its support, DG ECTI enables the European Parliament to navigate an increasingly complex and evolving geopolitical and economic landscape, while fostering the development of administrative and political ties.

We are the Secretariat of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE), one of the largest committees in the European Parliament. ITRE's policy remit is both wide ranging and rich in content. As a result, ITRE offers trainees a true cross-cutting experience that covers Union energy, research and innovation, industrial, space and telecoms/digital policies. Each of these areas is an essential component of the Union's internal market and has a direct impact on the lives of its citizens. ITRE Committee has a wide legislative portfolio. Trainees in ITRE will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the legislative process inside the Parliament, all the way from the drafting phase right up to vote and adoption in Plenary.

Our trainee will carry out a variety of tasks, which include the following:

• Summarising proposals;
• Attending and reporting back on conferences and workshops to the Head of Unit and Administrators;
• Drafting preparatory documents, conducting research, and compiling and drafting various information notes for the Head of Unit and Administrators;
• Regularly attend Committee, Coordinators’ and Shadow Rapporteur meetings.

We are looking for a pro-active and motivated candidate who is able to work both autonomously and within a team. Our chosen trainee will be able to integrate quickly in the Secretariat and maintain good relations with all colleagues. We wish to recruit a reliable, efficient and dedicated colleague looking to make the most out of this exciting opportunity. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills in English, as this is our main working language.

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.