Apply for the ESN Executive Board 2026-2027!
Not sure what to do after your studies? Want to make the most out of your time as a student in Groningen? Keen to make an impact and create memorable experiences for 6,000+ students? Joining the ESN Groningen Executive Board is the perfect opportunity for you.
Why ESN Groningen?
ESN Groningen is the biggest international student organisation in Groningen and one of the largest ESN sections in Europe. We organise over 150 activities and 2 large Introduction Weeks, the biggest one being in September and welcoming over 2,000 international and Dutch students to Groningen. Next to that, we have three structural programmes that run throughout the year, 10 committees with 60+ members, 250 Buddies, and 300+ Introduction Guides combined. Moreover, our General Board and Council of Advice will be there for you throughout the entire year to direct you and help you with your bigger projects, making sure you create memorable experiences for students in Groningen. Sounds like something for you? There’s a lot more to expect!
What to expect?
As a member of the Executive Board, you will be in charge of the organisation for an entire year. This means that you will not only organise unforgettable events and Introduction Weeks, but you will also represent the interests of international and internationally-oriented students towards the University of Groningen, the Hanze University, the Municipality of Groningen, and other relevant parties through close cooperation. This is a great way to leave a lasting legacy in the city of Groningen and in the hearts of many students. The Executive Board consists of six students with the following positions: President, Secretary, Treasurer, External Relations Coordinator, Public Relations Coordinator, and Integration Coordinator. The board year starts part-time in May 2026 and becomes full-time from August 2026 onwards.
What’s in it for you?
- Endless networking and socialising opportunities with other student boards, as well as local, national, and international partners, companies, and parties
- Travel in and outside of the Netherlands
- Free trainings to improve your soft and hard skills
- Experience that makes your CV stand out even in the most competitive crowds
- An open office in the heart of Groningen with a modern computer set-up
Questions?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! We would be glad to give you more information or just chat with you about what the ESN Groningen Board experience is like. You can send us an email at info@esn-groningen.nl, give us a call during our office hours, or send us a message via Linkedin or Instagram. We are also always happy to grab a cup of coffee together with you to talk about doing a board year at ESN Groningen!
In addition, if you would like to get more in-depth information about what a Board year at ESN Groningen is like, you can read our brochure, which features thorough descriptions of each position, a timeline, experiences of previous ESN boards, and more.
Interested?
You can also read about the positions and the role of the Executive Board in detail in the Board Brochure.
If you are interested, you can apply by filling out the application form. In that form we are asking for some personal information, your CV and Motivation Letter and you can submit any other documents that you think might support your application. To apply, make sure to fill out the form before the deadline by 23:59, March 29th 2026. It is possible to apply for more than one position so please indicate the position(s) you are applying for in your motivation letter. We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Interested in the ESN General Board instead?
Find out more information about the ESN General Board here!
