trivago N.V.

Media Buying Internship

Estimated salary
€5,250 – €7,927per month

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Description

Six-month full-time internship in trivago's TV Marketing team in Düsseldorf, which negotiates, executes and optimises multi-media campaigns worldwide. You monitor trivago's TV campaigns daily, flag the actions needed to maximise their impact and support ongoing optimisations that improve topline results. You also help plan and execute campaigns across markets with the wider marketing teams and maintain reporting that gives the team a current view of performance. Along the way you learn how to forecast TV spend, interpret performance data, and manage relationships with media agencies and partners. A valid work permit for Germany is required of all internship applicants.

Requirements

  • Analytical skills for interpreting campaign data.
  • Confidence in building collaborative relationships internally and externally, and eagerness to support negotiations.
  • Openness to occasional travel for agency or market meetings.
  • A genuine learning mindset: asking questions, seeking feedback and picking things up quickly.
  • A performance mindset with ambitious goals and the determination to follow through.
  • Proficiency in English, the company language.
  • Availability for a full-time six-month internship.
  • A valid work permit authorising employment in Germany.

Languages

English
C1 · Advanced
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Experience Level

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Benefits

Personalised coaching through Nilo, plus workshops, educational meetups and conferences.
Free online learning courses and access to a fully equipped campus library.
Paid vacation days during the internship.
Flexible working hours and up to two work-from-home days per week.
Remote work from another location in Germany or selected countries abroad for up to 20 days per year.
Daily canteen budget plus complimentary snacks and drinks in the kitchens.
On-site gym, sports classes and Urban Sports Club membership.
Ergonomic desks and focused work areas.

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
79,056/year
6,588/month
Total Deductions
31,428
40% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
3,969/mo
47,628/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax15,272
🏦 Pension Insurance7,352
🏥 Health Insurance6,103
🫶 Care Insurance1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance1,027

🏠 Cost of Living in Düsseldorf

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)
1150
Groceries
300
Transport
78
Utilities
230
Internet
38

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out
15
Gym/Month
45
Coffee
4
Beer (0.5L)
4
Cinema
13
Monthly Net Salary:3,969
Comfortable Living:1,847
Monthly Savings:2,122 (53%)
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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,122 monthly, which is €25,464 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Düsseldorf. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €79,062 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
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📍 Life in Düsseldorf

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Population
0.6M
Quality of Life
8.0
🇬🇧
English Friendly
8.0
💻
Tech Scene
8.0
🌍
International
8.0
🚇
Public Transport
9.0
🚴
Bikeability
7.0
🌬️
Air Quality
6.0
🌳
Green Spaces
7.0
🚗
Car Free
7.0
ℹ️

About Düsseldorf

  • International business hub
  • Strong advertising and fashion industries
🌤️

Climate

  • Temperate oceanic climate
  • Mild winters
  • Warm summers
❄️Jan: 3°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 11°C
☀️1600 sunshine hours/year
🛡️

Safety

  • Generally safe
  • Some pickpocketing in tourist areas
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare

  • University hospital
  • Many private clinics
Quality: 9.0Access: 8.0
🎭

Culture

  • Art galleries and museums
  • Japanese cultural center
8.0
🎉

Nightlife

  • Famous Altstadt (longest bar in the world)
  • Altbier culture
8.0
🏞️

Recreation

  • Rhine promenade
  • Parks and gardens
8.0
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Cost of Living

  • Expensive city
  • High rents in central areas
🏠 Rent (1BR center):1150
⚡ Utilities:230
🛒 Groceries:300
🍽️ Dining out:17

Global hotel and accommodation metasearch platform comparing prices from 250+ booking sites across 5+ million properties in 190+ countries. Serving 50+ million monthly users, trivago helps travelers find the best hotel deals through AI-powered search technology. Majority-owned subsidiary of Expedia Group, publicly traded on NASDAQ (TRVG). FY 2025 revenue €548.9M with a return to profitability.

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Germany — Tax & Insurance Settings

Affects church tax rate (8% in Bavaria & BW, 9% elsewhere).

Affects Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.