The EPP Group (European People's Party Group) in the European Parliament is offering a Press and Media Traineeship in Brussels, Belgium. The 5-month paid option comes with a €1,700/month allowance and is open to nationals of EU member states, associated countries and candidate countries. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full call: applications close on 15 November 2026 at 12:00 CET.
About the EPP Group
The Group of the European People's Party (EPP Group) is the largest and oldest group in the European Parliament. As a centre-right group, the EPP Group is committed to creating a stronger Europe. In its day-to-day business, the EPP Group relies on a multinational secretariat that provides high-quality political, administrative and technical support.
About the Press & Media Directorate
The Press & Media Directorate ensures the dissemination to the media and the public of the EPP Group's political priorities using the most advanced communication techniques. The Directorate includes a team of Press Officers and Press Assistants able to communicate in all 24 official EU languages.
Two Traineeship Options
🎓 Option 1: 5-month full-time (40 hrs/week) paid traineeship for graduates
🎓 Option 2: 3-month full-time (40 hrs/week) unpaid traineeship for undergraduates
Compensation and Benefits
💶 Monthly allowance of €1,700 | ✈️ Reimbursement of mission costs to attend one plenary session in Strasbourg | 🏥 Sickness and accident insurance
Spring 2027 Timetable
The Spring Traineeship starts in February. Deadline: 15 November 2026, 12:00 CET. Reference number: PMT/S2027.
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What Will You Do?
📰 Daily monitoring and preparation of press reviews | 🔎 Research and media monitoring of EU hot topics | 🎤 Following press briefings and writing reports | 🗳️ Following plenary sessions and assisting in drafting press releases | 📝 Supporting drafting of key messages on legislative work | 📋 Writing minutes and briefings | 📢 Assisting in organisation of press conferences | ✍️ Proofreading and translating documents
Who Can Apply?
🌍 National of an EU Member State or associated/candidate country | 🎓 Hold a university degree or have completed at least three years (six semesters) at university | 🚫 Not have previously been granted a paid traineeship in an EU institution | 🗣️ Very good knowledge of two EU languages (at least CEFR B2), one being English, French or German (EU citizens) OR very good knowledge of English (non-EU citizens)
How to Apply: Option 1 — Paid Graduate Traineeship
📋 Complete the online application form in English | 📄 Upload a Europass CV in English | 📝 Upload a one-page PDF answering: Why have you chosen this traineeship? Why do you apply to this Directorate? (Times New Roman, size 12, max 250 words per question) | 📎 Upload supporting documents: letter of recommendation from a university professor, language certificates, ID/passport, university diploma(s) | ⭐ Optional: letter of recommendation from an EPP-family political figure
How to Apply: Option 2 — Unpaid Undergraduate Traineeship
📋 Complete the online application form in English | 📄 Upload a Europass CV in English | 📝 Upload a one-page PDF answering the same two questions | 📎 Supporting documents: recommendation letter from university professor, language certificates, ID/passport, attestation from university that traineeship is compulsory (maximum 3 months)
Important Notes
⚠️ Candidates who do not meet all requirements or fail to upload admission documents will be automatically eliminated. 🚫 Candidates may apply for only one traineeship call; applying to more than one will have all applications disregarded. ♿ EPP Group particularly encourages qualified candidates with disabilities to apply.
Before submitting, Youth Works Hub recommends reading the guide on how to prepare your Europass CV. Browse all current internship and traineeship opportunities on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EPP Group Press and Media Traineeship?
A traineeship in the Press & Media Directorate of the EPP Group in Brussels. The paid option lasts 5 months with €1,700/month; the unpaid option lasts 3 months for undergraduates whose studies require a compulsory traineeship.
Who is eligible to apply?
Nationals of EU member states, associated countries and candidate countries. For the paid option, candidates must hold a university degree or have completed at least six semesters of higher education. For the unpaid option, candidates must be undergraduates with a compulsory traineeship requirement.
What language skills are required?
EU citizens must demonstrate at least CEFR B2 level in two official EU languages, one of which must be English, French or German. Non-EU citizens must demonstrate very good knowledge of English.
Can I apply to more than one EPP Group traineeship?
No. Submitting more than one application will result in all applications being automatically disregarded.
When does the traineeship start?
The Spring Traineeship starts in February. Application deadline is 15 November 2026 at 12:00 CET.
Is this traineeship connected to Erasmus+?
No. This is a directly funded EPP Group traineeship with a monthly allowance of €1,700.
