The European Central Bank (ECB) is offering a Traineeship in the Information Governance Division (vacancy 15315) of the Directorate General Secretariat in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The traineeship is open to EU nationals eligible for the ECB traineeship programme, runs full time and pays a trainee grant of €1,170 per month plus an accommodation allowance. It starts with an initial six months, with a possible extension to up to 12 months in total. Applications close on 7 December 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full vacancy and set out every detail below.
Key Facts About the ECB Information Governance Traineeship
📄 Type of contract: Traineeship
🔢 Vacancy number: 15315
🏢 Team: Information Governance Division, Secretariat
🇪🇺 Who can apply: EU nationals eligible for the ECB traineeship programme
💶 Grant: €1,170 per month plus an accommodation allowance
🕘 Working time: full time
📍 Place of work: Frankfurt am Main, Germany
⏳ Closing date: 7 December 2026
Your Team: The Information Governance Division
You would be part of the Information Governance Division in the Directorate General Secretariat. The Division has around 60 staff members who aim to:
📚 Deliver state-of-the-art knowledge management services and solutions to ECB staff
✅ Guarantee high-quality, compliant and AI-ready knowledge assets
🧑🏫 Advise, train, support and engage end users so they can work with the tools consistently and independently
The work ranges from records and archives management to providing information about, and functional support for, the ECB's information management systems. The Division is at an interesting moment: it is currently automating and digitalising business processes, engaging in AI activities and exploring innovative technologies.
As a trainee, you would be part of a dynamic team responsible for advising and supporting ECB users on information and knowledge management, functional issues, collaboration practices and business process automation. You would also take part in knowledge management initiatives and other tasks that bring added value to the ECB, working closely with the Division's staff and key contact persons for all the ECB's functions and operations.
What Will You Do as a Trainee?
💡 Contribute to the Division's innovative information and knowledge management projects and activities
🛠️ Contribute to the design and development of business configurations in the ECB's information management systems by conducting business analysis, collecting requirements, and performing testing and change management activities
📘 Support and maintain the ECB's information management policies and procedures, and develop in-house training material
The traineeship offers an excellent opportunity to obtain experience in providing information and knowledge management services at a major institution and to gain insight into the ECB's activities. You would be part of a multicultural team that strives for continuous innovation to make a positive impact on the lives of European citizens.
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Essential Qualifications and Skills
🎓 A bachelor's degree or higher in information science, computer science, knowledge, archives and/or records management, librarianship or business administration; alternatively, if your first degree is not in one of these fields, a postgraduate diploma, master's degree or higher qualification, or enrolment in a postgraduate course, in any of these disciplines
🏦 Awareness of the role and functioning of the ECB
🖥️ A good knowledge of the MS Office package, in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
🗣️ An advanced (C1) command of English and an intermediate (B1) command of at least one other official language of the EU, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Desired Qualifications and Skills
🧠 A sound understanding or working knowledge of enterprise content management systems such as OpenText Content Server and Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft collaboration tools (specifically Teams and OneDrive) and wiki tools
🤖 Knowledge of AI trends and technologies, and Large Language Models
🔧 A basic understanding of web technologies such as HTML and CSS, Python, or online public access catalogues or digital preservation software such as Preservica
The Profile the ECB Is Looking For
You are curious and eager to learn, and want to further develop your ability to analyse complex information. You are keen to collaborate with others, pursue team goals and learn from other people's diverse perspectives. You strive to know and anticipate stakeholder needs, and will signal any need for change and propose alternative solutions.
You are motivated to contribute to the ECB's mission, to serve the citizens of the EU as a member of a public institution and to work with colleagues from all over Europe.
Length of the Traineeship
⏳ Initial period: six months
🔁 Extension: possible, up to 12 months in total
The ECB publishes further conditions applicable to traineeships on its website.
Selection Process and Reserve List
🎤 The recruitment process for this position includes an online interview
📋 If you are not selected but are still considered suitable, you are placed on a reserve list for 12 months from the closing date for applications, from which you might be considered for other traineeship positions within the ECB
Diversity at the ECB
The ECB is an inclusive employer and strives to reflect the diversity of the population it serves. It encourages you to apply irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or other characteristics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the ECB Information Governance trainee earn?
The trainee grant is €1,170 per month plus an accommodation allowance. The position is full time in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Who can apply?
EU nationals eligible for the ECB traineeship programme can apply.
How long does the traineeship last?
It is an initial traineeship of six months, with a possible extension to up to 12 months in total.
Which languages do I need?
You need an advanced (C1) command of English and an intermediate (B1) command of at least one other official language of the EU.
Which degree do I need?
A bachelor's degree or higher in information science, computer science, knowledge, archives and/or records management, librarianship or business administration. If your first degree is in another field, a postgraduate diploma, master's degree or higher qualification, or enrolment in a postgraduate course, in one of these disciplines is accepted.
What does the selection process include?
The recruitment process includes an online interview. Suitable candidates who are not selected are placed on a reserve list for 12 months from the closing date and might be considered for other ECB traineeship positions.
What will I work on?
You will contribute to information and knowledge management projects, help design and develop business configurations in the ECB's information management systems (business analysis, requirements, testing and change management), and support the ECB's information management policies and procedures, including developing in-house training material.
Deadline
⏳ 07 December 2026
Link
📝 Apply online: https://talent.ecb.europa.eu/careers/JobDetail/Traineeship-in-the-Information-Governance-Division/15315
