Public Affairs Trainee

Ridens Public Affairs is looking for a native German speaker to fill a six-month paid trainee position to work on public affairs.

Ridens Public Affairs is a dynamic, specialized public affairs agency that mainly works in the metals, environment and trade sector. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player and initiative taker who is eager to learn more about EU consultancy on the job. Key tasks include supporting the team by carrying out research on policy developments; assisting in the organization of events in the European Parliament; and assisting in external communication through the various client websites we manage.

Legal eligibility to work in the EU is a must. Ideally, the candidate has a native level of German and excellent spoken and written English. Excellent knowledge of MS Office, ability to work in a team as well as being able to multitask.

Interviews for short-listed candidates will take place shortly. The trainee is expected to start the traineeship in September.

Please email your CV and cover letter in English to the attention of Helga Calçada, mentioning TRAINEESHIP and YOUR NAME in the subject line, at hc@ridenspa.com until 3 September 2015. We look forward to receiving your application.