CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Traineeship Positions (CIP)

EPA Call for Candidates: CIP 2026

European Association & Project Management Assistants (3 Profiles)

  • Organisation: European Parents’ Association (EPA) AISBL
  • Location: Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid policy applies after onboarding)
  • Contract Type: Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP)
  • Duration: 3 to 6 months, tbd
  • Timeline: Multiple start dates available over the course of 2026
  • Remuneration: Legal minimum allowance of 1.116,80 € gross/month (Belgian indexation), reimbursement of travel expenses when travelling for EPA

About the European Parents’ Association (EPA)

EPA is the only EU-level organisation exclusively representing parents, gathering 29 member organisations across Europe. We work actively in the educational sector, cooperating closely with EU institutions and civil society networks (such as the Lifelong Learning Platform) to promote parental involvement and equitable education.

About the Traineeships

We are seeking three to four dynamic trainees to join our Brussels team. All trainees will gain a 360-degree understanding of running a transnational European network (AISBL), interacting with EU governance bodies, and working daily in a high-level English speaking environment.

While all trainees will support the core lifecycle of the association (events, statutory meetings, and network representation), each will spearhead a specific track:

 

Profile 1: Education Policy & Research Assistant

Focus: Desk research and monitoring of EU educational policies.

  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Conduct targeted desk research on European educational directives and policies as requested by EU institutions or partners.
    • Draft analytical briefings and structured reporting following public conferences, working groups, and workshops at the European Commission or European Parliament.
  • Ideal Background: Degree in International Relations, European Studies, Educational Sciences, or Political Science. Strong analytical mindset and passion for desk research.


Profile 2: EU Projects Assistant

Focus: Hands-on assistance with EU-funded consortia deliverables.

  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Support ongoing initiatives and project actions across fields like Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), media literacy, and school inclusion (NextGen Parenting, DeCiTeL, GenAI4ED, GrowWell, Code4Europe, ECOFamilies, ELNE Network…).
    • Assist with administrative reporting, data gathering, and operational tracking for project consortia.
  • Ideal Background: Degree in European Project Management, Business Administration, or International Relations. Highly organised, structured, and detail-oriented.

Profile 3: Communications Assistant

Focus: Content creation, public relations, and stakeholder engagement.

  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Draft and format professional content for EPA’s newsletter, website updates, and educational social media campaigns.
    • Assist in preparing informational digital and print materials (brochures, event invitations, project flyers).
  • Ideal Background: Degree in Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or Marketing. Creative flair, familiarity with digital tools (e.g., Canva, Mailchimp, CMS tools), and social media management.

Core Requirements & Competencies (All Profiles)

  • Language: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory; working knowledge of other languages is an asset.
  • Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in Belgium and eligible for a CIP contract under Brussels regional regulations (Actiris framework. EPA does not sponsor work permits due to limited capacity to handle the bureaucratic burden.)
  • Skills: Proactive attitude, strong multicultural teamwork skills, and ability to handle digital filing and data management systems.

What We Offer

  • Mentorship: Direct, daily guidance and supervision, including structured monitoring evaluations.
  • Professional Growth: Real ownership over tasks and direct exposure to high-level EU stakeholders.
  • Work Environment: A welcoming office space in Brussels with structural hybrid/teleworking options once onboarding is successfully completed.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short Cover Letter in English to office@europarents.eu, clearly stating in the subject line which profile you are applying for (e.g., Application: EU Projects Assistant Trainee).

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis throughout 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

 

By EPA News