Square of Youth Association (SOYA), a youth-led NGO from Budapest, is looking for a Social Media Intern to manage its social media pages, create content and run campaigns. It is an unpaid Erasmus+ traineeship for students, part time (30 hours per week), with an expected start on 01 February 2027 and partial remote work. Applications close on 13 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full offer, and every detail is listed below.
About Square of Youth Association (SOYA)
Square of Youth Association (SOYA) is a youth-led NGO from Budapest, connecting Hungarian youth with Europe. It is a non-profit / NGO based in Budapest, Hungary.
The association describes itself as a Budapest-based youth NGO that works with youth work projects, campaigns and content, and it is looking for a social media manager intern with a creative, proactive personality to contribute to this work.
What Will the Social Media Intern Do?
The offer lists five main tasks:
📲 Managing SOYA's social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn
🖼️ Creating content for the social media platforms, both template based and creatives
🌐 Creating content for the website
📅 Running and creating social media campaigns with planned and structured posting
🏙️ Participating and taking part in organizing local activities in Budapest
Fields of Study the Internship Fits
The traineeship is listed under these study and work areas:
🎬 Audio-visual techniques and media production
📚 Literature and linguistics
🧑🤝🧑 Sociology and cultural studies
📣 Marketing and advertising
🗂️ Management and administration
What SOYA Offers Its Intern
🚀 The opportunity and support to implement your ideas
🔄 Flexibility with the starting and ending dates of the internship, as well as with its duration (minimum 3 months)
🧭 A mentoring program
👥 A young team and a start-up atmosphere
🏠 Home office
🌐 Insight into international youth work and social projects
The listed benefits also include learning courses / training assistance and partial remote work.
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Duration, Schedule and Start Date
📆 Expected starting date: 01 February 2027
⏱️ Duration: 5 months (the offer also mentions flexibility with the duration, with a minimum of 3 months)
🕒 Schedule: Part time
⌛ Hours per week: 30 hours
🎓 Type: Traineeship (during studies)
Is the Internship Paid? Erasmus+ Traineeship Explained
The offer is listed as an unpaid traineeship under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme. SOYA does not pay a salary, and one of its expectations is eligibility for an Erasmus+ internship, so the placement is designed for students who can take part with an Erasmus+ traineeship grant arranged through their home institution. Our guide to how Erasmus+ traineeships and funded internships abroad work explains eligibility, duration and grant top-ups.
What SOYA Expects From Candidates
🗣️ Strong knowledge of English
💻 Confidence in using Microsoft programs
🗃️ Ability to work independently and being organised
✍️ Good writing skills
🎨 Experience with Canva
🔎 Curiosity and being ready to learn quickly
🇪🇺 Eligibility for an Erasmus+ internship
Skills That Give You an Advantage
It is an advantage if you have:
📸 Social media content creation experience (post texts, visuals, videos)
🖥️ Website editing and/or designing experience
📈 Experience in online marketing strategy creation and project running
Level of Studies, Language and Tools
🎓 Level of studies: Short cycle or equivalent (EQF 5), Bachelor (EQF 6) or Master (EQF 7)
🗨️ Working language: English
🧠 Expected skills: Digital literacy, information skills and basic computer use
🛠️ Tools: Canva and CapCut
Who Can Apply? Visa and Work Authorization
The offer states EU/EEA Residents Only. SOYA is currently only able to host candidates who do not require an additional work visa, for example EU citizens or those with existing residency.
How to Apply
📄 Send your CV
🗂️ Add some of your work, if you have any
📧 Send it by email (the address is in the Application Email section below)
⏰ Apply by 13 November 2026 (Brussels time)
Planning a few months in the city? Our Budapest bucket list of must-do experiences is a good start. Find more traineeships like this one in the Internship category on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SOYA Social Media Internship paid?
No salary is offered. The offer is listed as an unpaid traineeship under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme, and candidates are expected to be eligible for an Erasmus+ internship.
How long does the internship last?
The listed duration is 5 months. SOYA also offers flexibility with the starting and ending dates and with the duration, with a minimum of 3 months.
When does the internship start?
The expected starting date is 01 February 2027, with flexibility on the start and end dates.
Is it full time or part time?
It is part time, at 30 hours per week.
Can I work remotely?
The offer mentions home office and lists partial remote work among the benefits. You will also take part in organizing local activities in Budapest.
Which social media platforms will I manage?
You will manage SOYA's pages on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn, and you will also create content for the website.
Who can apply for this internship?
The offer is for EU/EEA residents only: candidates who do not require an additional work visa, such as EU citizens or those with existing residency. You should be studying at EQF 5, 6 or 7 level and be eligible for an Erasmus+ internship.
Which tools should I know?
Canva is both an expectation and a listed tool, together with CapCut. You should also be confident with Microsoft programs.
How do I apply?
Send your CV, and some of your work if you have any, by email to SOYA before 13 November 2026 (Brussels time).
Deadline
⏳ 13 November 2026
Application Email
📧 Application email (CV and some of your work, if any): ana-maria@squareofyouth.eu
🏢 Square of Youth Association website: https://squareofyouth.com/
💼 SOYA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/square-of-youth-association-eu
