EU Public Affairs intern in Digital Policy

Our Public Affairs consultancy is expanding its activity and looking for a motivated EU Digital Policy intern to reinforce our team in assisting in the work of key client accounts and developing new business opportunities. The internship will include EU policy research and organisational support for various clients active in the digital sector.

Are you ambitious and open to new exciting opportunities to boost your career? Do you want to be on top of policy issues in fast-moving sectors? Then you’re the one we’re looking for!

Political Intelligence has over 25 years of experience in the EU and Belgian market. Our success is built on our people as is shown by the longevity of our client relationships and their numerous successes over the years.

What are we looking for?

• You have an excellent level of English (other EU languages are an asset)
• You have a passion for Public Affairs
• You have a sound knowledge of the EU and its institutions and policy-making processes
• You hold a university level degree in a relevant field (political science, EU studies, international relations, law, economics…)
• You have strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and analyse legislation, rules and regulations and summarise them in a clear and concise manner
• You’re able to show assertiveness, flexibility and autonomy

What will be your main responsibilities?

• Assist in the work of key accounts of clients in the digital sector, as well as potentially in the organisation of events
• Follow key policies debates in the main European Institutions and report to clients
• Prepare regular news reports and political analysis
• Research on various issues and write short reports
• Attend conferences, seminar, hearings and so much more!

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be a valuable asset to our team and will be given various responsibilities for our clients in key sectors on the national level. Using your strong organisational and prioritisation skills, you’ll be a trusted team member and you’ll have the opportunity to directly interact with clients.

We are a team of young and dynamic consultants pulling each other up in a friendly and caring environment where there is room for initiatives. We nurture your personality and value a “think outside the box” mindset. You will get the chance to work independently and develop according to your own needs. You will definitely not be “just an intern”, but an integral part of the team.

Last but not least, we offer:

• Allowance of 997,10€ per month for an internship period of 5 to 6 months
• 145€ monthly indemnity for working from home flexibility
• Full reimbursement of public transport
• Meal vouchers
• 1 day of vacation per month

How to join us?

Did you recognise yourself in our description? Then send us your resume to job@political-intelligence.com with reference “0224”. In the body of your e-mail, please answer the following two questions (max 150 words each):

1. How well do you understand the policy-making procedures of the EU (and where you obtained this knowledge)?
2. Why are you interested specifically in digital policy?

We value individuality, variety and diversity, so use your own judgement and write in your own voice.

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