EU Public Affairs Intern: Policy Research & Engagement

Weber Shandwick; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 13 000 - 16 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

CIP contract

€1,200 gross monthly

Home working allowance

Public transport reimbursement

Hybrid working policy

Exposure to client work

Development plan

Résumé du poste

Weber Shandwick Brussels is offering a six-month paid internship in EU Public Affairs under a CIP contract. The role provides exposure to policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and editorial work across sustainability, technology and health portfolios.

The trainee will join a collaborative team, support client requests, draft policy insights and contribute to campaigns. Fluency in English is required; other EU languages are a plus. Brussels based with hybrid work policy.

Qualifications

• Proactive, curious and collaborative attitude with eagerness to learn.
• Strong interest in sustainability, climate/energy policy, social policy, transport, digital policy or technology policy.
• Good understanding of EU policy and decision-making processes; experience in EU institutions or policy environments is a plus.
• Excellent research, analytical and writing abilities with ability to communicate complex issues clearly.
• Interest in pursuing a career in public affairs or policy-led consultancy.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and analyse EU policy, legislation, political developments and stakeholder positions.
• Support responses to client requests and help develop public affairs and communications strategies.
• Work with account leads to provide policy insights, background research and client materials.
• Translate complex policy developments into clear narratives and recommendations.
• Contribute to thought-leadership, stakeholder engagement and events.
• Assist editorial and digital content development including briefings and newsletters.
• Support marketing, proposals and business development activities.

Connaissances

Proactive mindset

Curiosity

Collaborative

Strong writing

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Fluent English

Formation

University degree in political science/public affairs/IR/law/sustainability (relevant)

Description du poste

Weber Shandwick Brussels is offering a six-month paid internship in EU Public Affairs under a CIP contract. The role provides exposure to policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and editorial work across sustainability, technology and health portfolios.

The trainee will join a collaborative team, support client requests, draft policy insights and contribute to campaigns. Fluency in English is required; other EU languages are a plus. Brussels based with hybrid work policy.