Communications and Events Trainee

Fascinated by the world of impact and social enterprises?

Do you have what it takes to help us generate more social impact? Do you want to be part of a small, ambitious team making a big impact across Europe? At Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network, we’re looking for a creative, proactive, and hands-on trainee to join us. You’ll help tell our story, bring our events to life, and show our funders the difference we make..

In tomorrow’s economy, business success will not only be measured by profitability, but also by the responsibility shown toward the planet and the dignity afforded to people. Social entrepreneurs and leaders are the world’s frontrunners, dedicated to solving societal and environmental challenges while running sustainable businesses. As a European network for social enterprises and impact-driven leaders, we connect and support impact practitioners.

Our strategic programs and special events

Key programs include the European Social Enterprise Monitor, Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise, Buy Social Europe, Euclid Network Impact Summit. Our events create a platform for impact-driven organizations from all corners of Europe and beyond to present themselves, connect with investors, clients, public officials and exchange experiences to scale together.

Job Description

We are seeking a creative, proactive, and hands-on trainee to join us to support the growth of our work. You’ll play a key role in communications and support organising our flagship Euclid Network Impact Summit in March 2026. Along the way, you’ll have plenty of room to bring your own ideas, implement new things, and learn from an experienced, international team of eight colleagues — which means you won’t just be a small cog in a big wheel.

Tasks

Under direct supervision of the Communication and Member Engagement Senior Officer, the Communications and Events Trainee will be involved in the following activities:

Communication & Engagement:

• Write, produce and disseminate EN, member and partner success stories to all EN (social) media platforms.
• Develop ideas to engage EN (social) media followers.
• Drafting text and multimedia content for external communications (websites, social media, newsletters).
• Implementing the (social) media strategy, including monitoring and impact analysis.
• Supporting the management and running of large scale campaigns (e.g. Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise and AI, co-funded by the EU and Google.org).

Event preparation - Impact Summit 2026:

• Support the coordination with speakers, participants, and partners.
• Manage event registrations, communications, and delegate information.
• Work with suppliers (venues, catering, AV, print) to make sure everything runs smoothly.
• Prepare event materials (programmes, name badges, signage).

Reporting & Organisational Support:

• Contribute to reporting to our funders—gathering stories, data, and visuals that show our impact.
• Support other organisational projects when needed—as in a small team, everyone pitches in.

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in, or graduated from, a bachelor’s or master’s programme
• Experience working collaboratively in organisations, campus/faculty initiatives, and/or volunteer projects.
• Creative, innovative, and proactive in contributing ideas.
• Punctual, reliable, and accurate in delivering results and tasks.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); knowledge of other European languages is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, with a basic understanding of the European Union (socio-economic context, culture, innovation & technology). Knowledge of social entrepreneurship and social innovation is considered an asset.
• Skills in video/photo editing, event management, and coordination are a plus.
• Alignment with the mission and values of the organisation.

Benefits

• Be part of an expanding scale-up with a recognized track record since 2007
• Monthly reimbursement in line with Dutch internship regulation of EUR350 per month
• If eligible for an Erasmus+ traineeship grant through your university, EN supports signing the required Learning Agreement; and the Erasmus+ grant can be combined with our reimbursement.
• Amazing offices at Apollo 14, The Hague, the new building for entrepreneurs who contribute to a better world through technological and social innovations
• An Apple Macbook laptop (can be) provided for the duration of the internship
• Enjoy space for own initiative
• Be part of an open and committed team
• Work in an international environment in every sense: colleagues, projects, events
• Work for a buzzing sector; social enterprises and social innovation are the future
• Opportunities to work across communications, events, and reporting—gaining a holistic view of how our organisation and ecosystem works
• The employer can help with requesting an Erasmus+ scholarship

Practical details

• Duration: 4–6 months (or to be discussed)
• Location: The Hague, Netherlands (hybrid working possible - we work Mon and Thu at the office, but the office is available all days).
• Candidates from outside the Netherlands must have the right to undertake an internship here.
• Starting date: The candidate would be expected to start as soon as possible, timings can be discussed.

How to apply

Please apply via our recruitment app link - with your motivation, setting out how you meet the essential criteria above and a CV (max 2 pages) in a single PDF document. We review the applications on a rolling basis — so we encourage you to apply early. The final deadline for applications is Tuesday 30 September 2025.