Are you a creative person with a hawk’s eye for detail, a resourceful mind for solutions, and a firm intention to make it as a graphic designer? If so, you may be our next trainee! EBL is looking for a graphic designer for a 6-month paid internship in Brussels from October 2026 to March 2027.
What is EBL?
Eurodesk Brussels Link (EBL) is the head office of a European Network of over 3,500 multipliers and 36 coordinating offices across Europe. EBL coordinates the activities of national partners and manages the content on the European Youth Portal. We inform young people about mobility opportunities and encourage them to become active citizens.
EBL is a small, friendly team with big responsibilities. Our role is to support the Eurodesk network by gathering and managing information, producing communication and learning material, and managing international campaign and network activities. We cultivate a positive and supportive environment while encouraging constant self-improvement and high-quality work.
As a graphic design intern, your task will be to assist the Graphic Designer & Brand Officer in all projects. You will be involved in a wide variety of projects from high-end publications to international campaigns. You will be expected to participate in all stages of creation, from inception to publishing. We will support your learning journey and provide you with opportunities to work on valuable projects for your portfolio.
What you will do
- Assisting the Graphic Design & Brand Officer with daily tasks;
- Helping implement and develop Eurodesk’s visual identity across all projects;
- Creating learning material such as publications, which might require illustrations, icons, graphs, etc.;
- Creating communication material such as leaflets, posters, social media content, etc.;
- Occasional projects at EBL can also include creating games, logos, animations, podcasts, photoshoots, etc.;
- Other duties as assigned by the Director.
Requirements
- An academic background in graphic design or relevant experience;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and international environment;
- Solid understanding of design fundamentals (typography, layout, content hierarchy, colour, etc.);
- Strong skills in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop;
- Illustrative skills (ability to draw objects and characters in action);
- Experience with print and digital projects;
- A team-player attitude, a strong desire to learn and improve, and the ability to work independently;
- A minimum of B2 level in English.
Nice to have
- Skills in After Effects and Premiere for video editing and short animations;
- Skills in web design and knowledge of UX/UI;
- Understanding of brand strategy;
- Interest in European democracy and youth-related topics.
Conditions
- Starting date: between the 5th of October and the 26th of October at the latest;
- 6-month internship on a full-time basis (38h/week) in line with the regular working hours of Eurodesk Brussels Link;
- Working in the Eurodesk office in Brussels in an English-speaking environment;
- An agreement will be made according to the Belgian “Convention d’immersion professionelle” contract;
- Monthly allowance of 1.200,00 Euros net;
- A valid work permit for Belgium is required.
Application process
Interested applicants should complete the application form. Please note that only applications submitted through the form will be considered.
Deadline to apply: 16th of August (until 23:59 Brussels time)
Pre-selected candidates will be invited to take an online test. Short-listed candidates will then be invited to an online interview. Only candidates short-listed for tests and interviews will be contacted.
If you don’t receive a response from us by the 13th of September 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.
