
European Medicines Agency
Job title:
Trainee (Reaching younger audiences on EMA’s social media channels)
Company:
European Medicines Agency
Job description
Selection procedure reference: EMA/TR/10872Deadline for applications: 6 May 2025 23:59 CETThe European Medicines Agency (EMA) is a decentralised agency of the European Union (EU), located in Amsterdam. It began operating in 1995. It is responsible for the scientific evaluation, supervision and safety monitoring of medicines in the EU.This traineeship opportunity is now open for applications until 6 May 2025 23:59 CET, with an intake on 1 October 2025.About the traineeship programmeThe Agency is looking for motivated, qualified recent graduates or students on an Erasmus+ or other programme or PhD students or Master’s students (who posses a previous degree), who are interested in gaining experience and contribute to the Agency’s work for every patient in Europe. The purpose of a traineeship at the Agency is to perform tasks that are predominantly in the interest of the trainee’s training and principally serve to increase the trainee’s knowledge and to gain relevant experience.Placement descriptionWe are looking for a trainee in the Communication Department.Specific objectives and projectsAs a trainee in the Media and Public Relations office, you will contribute to the efforts to prepare tailored video content for younger audiences for Instagram and YouTube, according to EMA’s social media strategy. The activities builds on and refine what was previously prepared. The project aims to capture latest trends in video content for young audiences and translate them into EMA’s social media strategy as follows:
- Development of engaging content, especially in video format, for younger audiences, on Instagram and YouTube according to an editorial plan and following the latest trends;
- Contributing to the ongoing transformation of EMA’s YouTube channel, from a video storage platform to an active social media channel that informs and educates viewers about the role and the world of medicines;
- Contributing to the development of reports to monitor and evaluate the performance of the materials prepared on Instagram and Youtube for young audiences.
Learning outcomesDuring this traineeship, you will:
- Learn about communication processes in an international public service environment;
- Understand the role of social media in corporate communication:
- Understand the specific requirements of science and health communication;
- Learn how to derive insights from social listening;
- Gain experience in generating targeted content;
- Expand video skills.
Eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for consideration for this placement, you are required to: * enjoy full rights as a citizen of a European Union Member State or Iceland, Lichtenstein and Norway;
- possess a university degree in journalism, communication, science communication or related (minimum of three years or more) that must have been obtained between 6 May 2024 and 6 May 2025 or be a university student on an Erasmus + or a similar programme or a PhD student or a Master’s student with a previous fully finished degree in the areas mentioned before.
- a thorough knowledge of English (at least level C1) and good knowledge of other official EU language (at least B2) of the
For criteria 1 and 2, you will be required to provide proof in the application form and at the interview stage. Failing to present these documents may result in the disqualification from the procedure.Additional skillsIn addition to the eligibility criteria, it will be an advantage to have knowledge on videography and video editing and visual design.Behavioural CompetenciesYou will demonstrate the following behavioural competencies:
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Working with others
- Adaptability
- Research and analytical skills
- Learning and development
Expected selection timelinesDeadline for applications 6 May 2025 23:59 CET
Assessments (remote) From end of June 2025 to mid-July 2025
Decision and offers By end of July 2025
Placement start 1 October 2025Conditions of traineeshipThe traineeship is offered for 10 months (1 October 2025 – 31 July 2026) and takes place at the Agency’s premises in Amsterdam with possibility for teleworking up to 40% of working time from The Netherlands and occasional teleworking from outside The Netherlands. Traineeships are offered for either full-time or part-time (80% or 50%) if combined with university studies.The Agency pays a monthly stipend of €1,942.19 for a full-time traineeship (reduced accordingly for 80% or 50%) and a travel contribution upon joining the Agency.Each trainee will have a mentor at the Agency who will guide the trainee through the programme.The conditions of employment are stated in the Executive Decision on rules governing the traineeship programme at the EMA available .Domenico Scarlattilaan 6 – 1083 HS Amsterdam – The NetherlandsTelephone +31 (0)88 781 6000 – Email© European Medicines Agency, 2024. Reproduction is authorised provided the source is acknowledged.Join us to work for every patient in Europe!Who we are?Serving a population of 500 million citizens, we promote and protect public animal health in EU Member States, as well as the countries of the European Economic Area, by ensuring that all medicines available on the EU market are safe, effective and of high quality.What do we offer?
- Meaningful work contributing to protecting the health of every individual and animal in Europe within multinational, multidisciplinary team
- Development opportunities (e.g. internal mobility, mentoring, peer coaching, career reflection programme, etc.)
- Work-life balance (flexible working arrangements, teleworking, generous annual leave plus official holidays)
Benefits(applicable only to Temporary and Contract vacancies)
- Initial 5 year contract with competitive monthly tax-free salary and household & children’s allowances (where applicable)
- Privileges for expatriate staff including expatriation and education allowances (where appropriate) and additional home leave
- Relocation assistance
- Excellent health insurance scheme and social benefits
- Retirement Pension Plan
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Expected salary
€1942.19 per month
Location
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Job date
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 03:28:25 GMT
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