About Us

Generation Climate Europe (GCE) is the largest climate coalition of youth-led networks at the European level, pushing for stronger action from the EU on climate and environmental issues. GCE brings together 381 national organisations across 46 countries in Europe. We are guided by the voices of over 20 million young Europeans. Uniting European youth networks, GCE creates a platform for the youth to advocate for a just and green transition in Europe. GCE envisions a system that respects human rights and the planet, that includes the voice of youth and acknowledges our common but differentiated responsibility in achieving a carbon-neutral and sustainable world.

About the Role

Are you passionate about sustainability and the circular economy, particularly as they relate to textiles? Join our Textiles Projects Team, where you’ll play an essential role in advocating for more sustainable, circular textile value chains at the EU level. You’ll work alongside a diverse and motivated group of young leaders dedicated to tackling climate change and driving environmental progress.

In this role, you’ll help highlight the environmental impacts of the textile industry, empower youth to engage meaningfully in EU policy discussions, and help shape policies that move the industry toward more sustainable practices. This may involve conducting research on key policy developments, analyzing reports, or gathering data to support advocacy efforts.

The Textiles Project team meets bi-weekly to discuss ongoing projects and allocate tasks. As a team member, you’ll be expected to attend these meetings regularly and contribute actively. While we don’t require prior experience or expertise in the field, a genuine interest in textiles and sustainability is key.

Please note that this is a volunteer position.

About You

You are passionate about sustainability, and have either a strong interest or knowledge in the textiles sector, with a clear motivation to help drive positive change within the industry. Whether you’re from the fashion world, a circular economy advocate, or a sustainability enthusiast, we welcome your unique perspective. What matters most is your commitment to shaping a more sustainable future for textiles.

• You have a genuine interest in the environmental challenges and opportunities within the textiles industry.
• You’re eager to learn and motivated to take action on circular economy issues at the EU level.
• You are able to work remotely and have reliable access to a computer and the internet.

You are available to attend project meetings and collaborate with others during working hours. Minimum commitment of 2 hours per week.

Bonus Points

• Strong networks in the fields of sustainability, circular economy, European policy, or sustainable textiles supply chains.
• Proficiency in additional languages.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you have any questions or if you have not received a response within three weeks, please reach out to us at people@gceurope.org