Summer worker - Communications & Engagement Division

The European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden is a partnership of 13 European countries with the mission to design, construct and operate the world's most powerful neutron source. Working with us means being part of a challenging and exciting work environment, at a stunning, brand new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe.

About the position

We are now looking to appoint a summer worker in the Communications and Engagement division. 

The Communications and Engagement (C&E) division is responsible for managing all of ESS' external and internal communications and engagement activities, supporting the organisation in its mission to become a world-leading neutron science facility. We work with the ESS community and external partners to establish ESS as a trusted scientific and social partner, locally, regionally and internationally.

As a summer worker in the C&E division, your main responsibilities will be to support the team across several internal and external-facing projects, including:

• Event planning, logistics and reporting, including media visits
• Identifying and reviewing outdated intranet content 
• Supporting the preparation of website content and assets
• Organising content in ESS' new digital asset bank (e.g. assign keyword tags)
• Production of exhibit and branded materials

About you

A suitable background for this position would be:

• Ongoing or completed education in communication studies, marketing, science communication or related fields
• Experience of organising or being involved in organising events
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Proficiency in Swedish is an advantage.
• Strong interest in (one or more) science, technology, science communication, design, communications.
• Minimum age 18 years.

We believe that you enjoy communicating and collaborating with a variety of people in an international environment. You are good at taking initiative and not afraid to ask questions. You are a detail-oriented person, a team player, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duration and location

This is an 8-12 week summer work position. Planned start date is June 2026, or per agreement.

Your workplace is on-site at ESS in Lund, Sweden. 

How to apply

Please provide your CV in English by clicking on "apply" and following the instructions. Please note that we only accept applications via the ESS website. The last day to apply is 4 May 2026.

Certain roles at ESS require health and safety and/or security checks, which may be carried out during the recruitment process.  

Contact persons

For further information regarding the position, please contact the Head of Communications and Engagement, Ana Godinho, at mailto:ana.godinho@ess.eu.

For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker at mailto:nerusha.naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at mailto:marc.kickulies@ess.eu  

We look forward to receiving your application!