Europe is experiencing exciting and challenging times. Digital tools and technologies are ever-more shaping our daily lives and transforming different sectors. The European DIGITAL SME Alliance is tasked to represent and support the main driver of such changes in Europe – small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the ICT sector. Representing over 45,000 SMEs through its national and regional member associations, DIGITAL SME is Europe’s first and largest ICT SME association. Along with the rapid acceleration of Europe’s digital transformation, the Alliance is growing and in need of motivated and hands-on young professionals, looking to support its mission.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Support social media activities (monitor social media, create visuals, draft copy, research and report)
• Update webpages and blog posts
• Assist in creating newsletters, press releases, and website articles
• Monitor media and EU policy news for relevant content
• Contribute to the organisation of physical and virtual events, especially the DIGITAL SME summit
• Attend virtual and physical events and take notes
• Keep internal databases (contacts, mailing lists) up to date
• Provide general support to the team

What do you need to join our team?

• Proficiency in English
•  Graduated from studies in a communications, marketing, international relations or other relevant field
• An interest in communications, tech policies and helping SMEs be heard
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Be a self-motivated and proactive learner
• Possess problem-solving and organisational skills, coupled with attention to detail General computer literacy, knowledge of CMS (WordPress) and social media
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (Canva, Affinity, Adobe Suite) is an asset
• Understanding of tech policies and/or EU project management is an asset.

What you can expect from us:

• Insights into EU digital policy and Brussels digital environment;
• Gaining first-hand experience working in the “EU Bubble” as part of a young international team;
• Flexible working hours, a great working environment and plenty of opportunities to attend a variety of events.

Please note that this traineeship is offered within the framework of a Belgian CIP (convention d’immersion professionnelle – professional immersion agreement), wherein a monthly allowance will be provided (€865.90 to €1,056, depending on age), subject to social security contributions. DIGITAL SME is therefore looking for young professionals with around one year of experience (as an intern or trainee) who are looking to take the next step in their career.

Expected starting date: October 2025

If you see yourself as our next trainee and fulfil the requirements, please send your CV and a cover letter to jobs@digitalsme.eu, subject line “Communications and Events Traineeship” today!

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Privacy disclaimer: DIGITAL SME ensures a GDPR-compliant treatment of your personal data. Please note, we might keep your CV and all the information provided in your application, so that we can contact you in the future should a similar position open again. If you don’t want your data to be retained, please indicate this in your application.