ChargeUp Europe, the voice of the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure industry, is looking for a Communications Trainee in Brussels, Belgium. The traineeship runs on a full-time CIP contract (convention d'immersion professionnelle) until July 2027, with a targeted start as soon as possible and a flexible hybrid working regime. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full offer: applications close on 02 November 2026 (COB), but interviews run on a rolling basis.
Who Is ChargeUp Europe?
ChargeUp Europe is the voice of the EV charging infrastructure industry. EV charging is an innovative, fast-evolving and dynamic sector, at the forefront of the green and digital transition.
Its growing membership stands for an EV charging infrastructure roll-out that:
🚗 Starts from the consumer needs
🗺️ Makes EV driving convenient across borders
🔓 Promotes an open-market model supported by open standards and protocols
Traineeship at a Glance
🏢 Organisation: ChargeUp Europe
💼 Position: Communications Trainee
📍 Location: Brussels, Belgium
🏠 Working regime: flexible hybrid
🕘 Schedule: full time
📝 Contract type: CIP (la convention d'immersion professionnelle)
🚀 Targeted start date: as soon as possible
📆 Duration: until July 2027
💶 Remuneration: per CIP requirements
What Does the Communications Trainee Do?
ChargeUp Europe is looking for a driven, enthusiastic junior professional. The trainee assists the ChargeUp Europe team in all communications activities and projects, including (but not limited to):
🎪 Helping with planning and executing events
🧭 Supporting the delivery of the communications workplan
📱 Developing content for social media channels
🤝 Servicing members' needs
The position offers an opportunity to develop a broad range of communications skills, both through direct experience and through exposure to a network of seasoned communications professionals from the membership.
Task Area 1: Social Media and Communications Outreach
✍️ Creating engaging social media content, both short and long-form, primarily for LinkedIn, ensuring alignment with ChargeUp Europe's visual identity.
📊 Designing clear, meaningful data visualisations and infographics to distil complex information into accessible content.
🎙️ Proactive outreach to stakeholders (for example, podcast guests and hosts) and support in coordinating activities related to campaigns, podcasts and thematic series.
🌐 Assisting in drafting written content for social media channels and the ChargeUp Europe website, as well as internal communication tasks and content creation.
Task Area 2: Ad-hoc Assistance to the Communications Coordinator
🗂️ Providing administrative and communication support, including document formatting, research and external communications where needed.
💬 Offering ad-hoc assistance in communicating with members and handling day-to-day matters.
🔎 Collecting, synthesising and analysing information from diverse sources, including data gathering, stakeholder mapping and rapid review of reports to extract key insights.
Task Area 3: Creative Thinking and Content Development
💡 Contributing fresh, creative ideas to support communications, events and stakeholder engagement.
🎨 Helping to develop concepts, visuals and messaging for campaigns, events and other formats.
🖥️ Keeping the ChargeUp Europe website up to date.
📰 Drafting the ChargeUp Europe quarterly newsletter.
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Task Area 4: Logistical Support for Events
🎥 Providing logistical support for online and onsite events (webinars, workshops, presentations), including links, invitations and communication kits.
Task Area 5: Service to the Members
📨 Responding to communications-related requests from ChargeUp Europe members.
🫱 Supporting member-facing activities.
Please note that this list of tasks is non-exhaustive, and other tasks may be performed under this role.
Required Skills and Competencies
🎓 Master's degree in communications or another relevant field
🇪🇺 A basic understanding of the European policy landscape and EU institutions
🖊️ Excellent writing skills in English
⚡ Interest in e-mobility
🧩 Good interpersonal and organisational skills
🔗 Experience in writing for social media, particularly LinkedIn
🖌️ Experience with Canva
Who Can Apply? Work Authorisation
Applicants must be authorised to work in the EU. ChargeUp Europe is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
ChargeUp Europe values diversity and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or ethnic background.
Is the ChargeUp Europe Traineeship Paid?
Yes. The traineeship is offered under a CIP contract (convention d'immersion professionnelle), and remuneration is per CIP requirements. The exact monthly amount is not stated in the offer. Our guide on how paid internships and funded traineeships really work explains the different ways internships abroad are paid.
How to Apply
Send your application in English by email, mentioning "Communications trainee" in the subject line. The application must include:
📄 A CV
✉️ A cover letter, not written by AI
📚 A selection of 3 writing examples, preferably across channels/formats
🖼️ A Canva visual you developed
ChargeUp Europe will not consider applications that are not complete. The application email is listed at the end of this post.
The Cover Letter: 4 Questions to Answer
The cover letter should not be a repetition of your resume. It is a document of maximum 2 pages covering these 4 questions:
❓ What is your motivation for joining ChargeUp Europe?
🔁 Tell them about a piece of content you made (post, video, newsletter, flyer…) that didn't land the way you hoped. What do you think went wrong, and what would you change? (Include a link or screenshot.)
🏆 Find an organisation similar to ChargeUp Europe that does communications better. Show one example and explain why it works.
👀 Pick one of ChargeUp Europe's LinkedIn posts from the 4 weeks. What would you keep, and what would you have done differently?
Rolling Interviews and Selection
⏱️ Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
🏃 Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the search will be stopped once a suitable candidate has been identified.
📞 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Find more opportunities like this in our internship and traineeship listings on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ChargeUp Europe Communications Trainee position paid?
Yes. The traineeship runs under a CIP contract (convention d'immersion professionnelle), with remuneration per CIP requirements. The exact amount is not given in the offer.
How long does the traineeship last and when does it start?
The targeted start date is as soon as possible, and the traineeship lasts until July 2027. It is a full-time position based in Brussels.
Can I work remotely?
The position is based in Brussels, Belgium, with a flexible hybrid working regime.
Do I need a work permit for the EU?
Yes. Applicants must be authorised to work in the EU. ChargeUp Europe cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
What degree do I need?
You need a Master's degree in communications or another relevant field. A basic understanding of the European policy landscape and EU institutions is also required.
Which tools and channels should I know?
ChargeUp Europe asks for experience in writing for social media, particularly LinkedIn, and experience with Canva. You must also submit a Canva visual you developed.
What must the cover letter include?
The cover letter is a maximum of 2 pages, not written by AI, and must answer 4 questions: your motivation, a piece of your content that did not land as hoped, an organisation with better communications, and your review of one of ChargeUp Europe's LinkedIn posts.
Will an incomplete application be considered?
No. ChargeUp Europe will not consider applications that are not complete. Send your CV, cover letter, 3 writing examples and a Canva visual together.
Should I wait until the deadline to apply?
No. Interviews run on a rolling basis and the search stops once a suitable candidate is found, so applying as early as possible is encouraged.
Deadline
⏳ 02 November 2026
Application Email
📧 Application email: secretariat@chargeupeurope.eu
🏷️ Subject line: Communications trainee
