Region

Brussels-Capital

Country

Belgium

Traineeship start date:

18/05/2026

Traineeship end date:

12/11/2026

Traineeship Duration:

Approximately 6 months

Work Schedule

The position is full-time (Mon-Fri, approx. 30hrs per week) and based at the JMI Head Office in Brussels, Belgium (Square Eugene Plasky 92-94).
Generally, interns work between 10:00 and 17:00 from Monday to Friday. Exceptions might arise in the case of events or if otherwise agreed.

Location

Brussels, Belgium

Traineeship Area:

Associations - Ngo - Humanitarian Organisations

Period and duration of the language course:

Si vous souhaitez améliorer ou apprendre une des deux langues officielles de la Région de Bruxelles-Capitale, vous pouvez bénéficier d'un remboursement de 200 euros maximum pour suivre des cours de français ou de néerlandais. Les cours de langues doivent être suivis parallèlement au stage et non avant.

If you are interested in improving or learning one of the two official languages of the Brussels-Capital Region, you can benefit of a maximum reimbursement of 200 euros for French or Dutch language courses. Language courses must be taken in parallel with the internship and not before.

Includes Trips

Yes

Description of the tasks to be undertaken by the trainee(s):

Are you a young, motivated and creative professional looking to gain hands-on experience in international cultural projects, music, youth work and digital innovation?
Then join us at JM International (JMI), the world’s largest youth music network.

JM International connects 70+ member organisations in over 60 countries, reaching more than 7 million young people every year through music, education and intercultural exchanges. Founded in 1945, JMI uses music as a tool for inclusion, dialogue, empowerment and peace, creating opportunities for young people across borders, cultures and communities.

💡 The JMI Internship Programme

We offer a 6 months internship at our Head Office in Brussels, where interns become part of a small but dynamic international team working across projects, events, communications, digital platforms and network coordination. Interns work side-by-side with JMI staff on real, international projects, gaining practical experience in:
- cultural and youth project management
- international cooperation
- communication and digital engagement
- event organisation
- working within a European NGO and funding framework

By the end of the internship, you will have developed concrete professional skills, a strong understanding of how international cultural organisations operate, and a valuable professional network across Europe and beyond.

For 2026, we are particularly looking for an intern with an interest or background in one (or more) of the following areas:

💰 Finance & Administration - Work alongside JMI’s Financial Manager to support:
- budgets and financial tracking
- reporting for EU-funded projects
- invoices, payments and internal administration
Perfect for students of finance, economics, administration or project management.

💻 Web & Digital Development - Support the maintenance, update and creation of programme websites and digital platforms, including:
- Imagine, YAM, Ethno, Mubazar and other JMI programmes
- content updates, basic development and structure
Great for students of web development, digital media or IT.

📱 Social Media & TikTok - Help grow JMI’s digital presence, especially on TikTok, through:
- content creation
- storytelling around young musicians and projects
- increasing reach and engagement

Ideal for young professionals with a background in communication, media, marketing, or digital culture.

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