Social Media Internship | Brussels | September 2026

*Curious about food, education, EU policy and what’s happening in Brussels? Love social media and finding creative ways to make complex ideas easy to understand?* Food is part of everyone’s daily life — but the world behind it can be incredibly complex. You’ll help us turn that complexity into fresh, simple and engaging media content: explaining what is happening across our food systems, what the EU and its Member States are doing, and why it matters. This internship is about much more than simply “doing social media”. It’s about making European policymaking easier to understand and helping bridge the gap between EU institutions, Members of the European Parliament and citizens. From Reels and TikToks to videos, infographics and other creative formats, you’ll help us find new ways to make food policy simple, fresh, effective and accessible — without losing the complexity behind it. *And you won’t just read about EU policymaking. You’ll see the conversation happening up close.* Who we are The European Food Forum (EFF) is an independent, politically-led and non-partisan organisation that creates a space for open dialogue on the future of European food systems. Governed by elected Members of the European Parliament, EFF brings together policymakers, food supply chain actors, civil society, researchers, academia and public institutions to exchange perspectives and contribute to constructive debate. As part of our small international Secretariat, you’ll work closely with the team and our Food Supply Chain Intern, gaining first-hand exposure to the people and ideas shaping European food policy. Internship options You can join us through one of two routes:
- Academic Internship — An internship undertaken as part of your university programme and recognised for academic credit.
- Erasmus+ Traineeship — An internship supported through Erasmus+ mobility funding, subject to your university and Erasmus+ eligibility requirements. Applicants should identify the option that applies to them and ensure that they have the necessary university recognition or financial support. Please check the relevant requirements with your university’s internship, career or Erasmus+ services before applying. *For Erasmus+ applicants, ongoing studies or graduation within the previous year must comply with Erasmus+ eligibility requirements.
* Could this be you?
- You’re a current Bachelor’s or Master’s student or recent graduate;
- You study Communications, Media, Marketing, Education, or a field connected to food systems, sustainability, policy or public affairs;
- You’re genuinely interested in social media and digital storytelling and have some hands-on experience with Instagram and/or TikTok, particularly video creation and editing;
- You have a creative eye, follow digital trends and enjoy visual storytelling;
- You’re curious, proactive and ready to bring your own ideas;
- You can work independently while enjoying being part of a small international team. *You don’t need to be an EU policy expert. Curiosity matters.* Internship details
•      Starting date: September 2026 — exact date to be agreed
•      Duration: 3–6 months, 38 hours per week
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Location:
Brussels, Belgium
•      Support: Meal vouchers and public transportation covered
•      Internship type: Unpaid academic internship or Erasmus+ mobility internship *This internship is designed for students as part of their academic curriculum. It can be undertaken either as an unpaid internship recognised for academic credit by your university or as an Erasmus+ mobility internship, with financial support provided through the Erasmus+ programme.
* What will you actually do?
- Create content people want to watch. Develop original content for EFF’s social media channels, with a particular focus on Reels, TikToks, short-form videos and podcasts.
- Make complexity accessible. Bring policy closer to people. Translate complex food policy, legislation and political debate into content that is simple, fresh, effective and accessible — helping citizens understand what is happening at EU and Member State level and why it matters.
- Capture Brussels in action. Help cover EFF events and our Structured Dialogues, involving policymakers, scientists, academics, civil society and food-sector leaders.
- Bring education into the conversation. Support the development of the EFF Educational Programme, creating digital formats such as videos, infographics and webinars that help connect students and young people with food systems and EU policymaking.
- Connect our community. Create and publish content for the EFF intranet and help encourage engagement among EFF members. Bring your ideas Help us experiment with new formats, trends and ways of telling the EFF story online. Our Structured Dialogues currently explore four key areas: 1. EU Food Innovation 2. Food Supply Chain & Food Security 3. Healthy EU Citizens 4. Policy Alignment and Market Dynamics in the Food Sector *Spot a great Reel opportunity? Have an idea for a TikTok series? Think an EU policy discussion could become a great 30-second explainer?* *Pitch it. Create it. Test it.* You’ll also support the EFF Secretariat with its day-to-day activities and get an inside view of how a Brussels-based European organisation works. More than an internship
- Get a front-row seat to EU policymaking and experience Brussels policy discussions from the inside;
- Meet and learn from policymakers, scientists, academics, civil society and industry leaders;
- Build a portfolio that stands out, with original social media and multimedia content created for a pan-European audience;
- Explore how policy, communication and education can work together;
- Build your professional network across European food systems and policy circles;
- Develop practical skills in digital content strategy and analytics;
- Turn what you’ve learned at university into real experience on real projects and events. Sounds like you? Let’s talk. Send us your CV and a short motivation letter (max. 1 page) by 31 August 2026 to contact@europeanfoodforum.eu. Please include:
- Subject: “EFF Social Media Internship Application”
- Internship option: Academic Internship or Erasmus+ Traineeship
- Show us what you can do: Include a link to your Instagram/TikTok profile, portfolio or examples of relevant creative work. No formal portfolio? No problem — show us something creative you’ve made. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.