🇧🇪 Erasmus+ Internship in Belgium 🎓 Youth Projects Trainee 🌍 Active Citizenship & Non-Formal Learning, Brussels 🇧🇪
The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) international headquarters in Brussels, Belgium is looking for a Youth Projects Trainee to join its Projects team. ESN is the largest student network in Europe, active in over 500 higher education institutions across 44 countries. This Erasmus+ traineeship offers hands-on experience in youth project management, non-formal education, and international event coordination — at the heart of European student mobility since 1989.
🌍 Did You Know? Brussels is not only the capital of Belgium but also the de facto capital of the European Union, home to the European Commission, the European Parliament, and hundreds of international organisations — making it one of the world's most influential cities for youth policy, advocacy, and civil society work.
What Will You Do?
📋 Project Planning & Reporting: Support the planning, implementation, and reporting of ongoing projects and activities within the Project and Partnership Department — covering Active Citizenship, Youth Work Recognition, and Health & Well-being of International Students.
🔍 Research & Output Creation: Assist Project Officers with desk research and the creation of project deliverables and outputs.
🎪 International Event Organisation: Support the organisation of training events and capacity-building activities for ESN volunteers and members across Europe.
📚 Educational Materials: Manage the production of education manuals, toolkits, and Training Session Outlines aligned with ESN's ongoing projects.
🌱 Non-Formal Learning Development: Contribute to the development of non-formal learning processes, tools, and opportunities within ESN's training ecosystem.
🤝 Internal & External Projects: Help implement both internal and external projects related to training and development, and assist the Board and Secretariat with emerging tasks in the learning and development field.
🌍 Did You Know? Non-formal education (NFE) is a cornerstone of European youth policy. Unlike classroom learning, NFE uses experiential methods — simulations, workshops, outdoor activities — to develop competences like teamwork, intercultural dialogue, and civic engagement. The European Commission officially recognises NFE outcomes through tools like Youthpass.
Eligibility & Requirements
✅ Erasmus+ Traineeship Grant (Mandatory): Candidates must hold an Erasmus+ traineeship grant. This is a strict requirement — ESN does not cover subsistence costs beyond the allowances listed below. Please confirm your eligibility with your university before applying.
✍️ Communication Skills: Good written communication skills in English are essential for producing project outputs and reports.
🌐 Intercultural Competence: Adaptability and willingness to work in an international, multicultural environment are key.
🗂️ Reliability & Structure: A structured and reliable approach to work is required, especially when managing multiple project tasks simultaneously.
⭐ Valued Experience (Plus Points): Prior experience in organising or coordinating training events, working in volunteer-led organisations, non-formal education, ESN volunteering, or EU-funded projects is a strong advantage.
📍 Brussels-Based Position: The successful candidate is expected to relocate to Brussels by the start date in September 2026.
Accommodation, Financial Support & Insurance
🏠 Accommodation Allowance: 700 EUR per month provided to support housing costs in Brussels.
🚇 Travel Allowance: 50 EUR per month provided for local transportation.
✈️ Flight Reimbursement: Flights to Belgium at the start and return flights upon completion are reimbursed up to a maximum of 275 EUR, following ESN's standard reimbursement procedures.
🛡️ Insurance: Public Liability and Personal Accident Insurance are fully covered for the duration of the traineeship.
Key Information
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