Internship Government Affairs EU, Siemens, 100%, Brussels

Fvpolito; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 13,950 - 16,740; Full time

Job summary

A global technology powerhouse in Brussels is seeking interns for a 6 to 9 month internship in EU Government Affairs. Interns will research EU legislation affecting business, contribute to briefings, and communicate with stakeholders. Ideal candidates are Master's students or recent graduates in relevant fields with strong analytical communication skills. The internship offers a competitive remuneration package starting at 1,250 EUR/month. Opportunities for starting in May, June, or August 2026 are available.

Qualifications

• Current Masterstudent or recent bachelor graduate in relevant fields.
• Ability to work under pressure and be proactive.
• Highly motivated to work in a representation office.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify relevant EU and international legislation.
• Contribute to briefings for board members and prepare presentations.
• Provide policy briefings for policy advisers and management.

Skills

Team working skills

Proactive attitude

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Results driven

Education

Master's or recent Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Relations, European Studies, Law, Business, Economics

Job description

Siemens AG is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality for more than 170 years. Given its strong commitment to the values of the European Union and due to the importance of the European market, Siemens EU Government Affairs represents our company vis‑à‑vis the EU institutions and liaises with European organisations and associations. It significantly contributes to our business success by maintaining crucial government relations and by developing, coordinating and communicating our positions on upcoming legislation, policies, and political developments. Furthermore, our team supports the Siemens senior management in its political dialogue and during high level meetings in Brussels.

We are currently looking for interns to support the team. This internship’s focus will be on one or more of the following topics: Digitalization, Innovation/R&D, Trade and Sustainability.

The internship is remunerated: 1.250 EUR/month during the first 2 months, 1.500 EUR as from the 3 th month. The start of the internship could be May, June or August 2026, for a duration of 6 months (with a possibility for 9 months).

Responsibilities:

• Research and identify relevant EU and international legislation, policy directives, and funding opportunities, and assess their implications for Siemens business activities;
• Contribute to briefings for board members; prepare presentations;
• Provide regular policy briefings and updates for our policy advisers and management;
• Participate in strategic representation activities and liaise with external stakeholders;
• Assist in communicating and aligning contents internally with all relevant Siemens stakeholders;
• Organise and participate in relevant EU events, panel discussions or information sessions;
• Build up and maintain a large network of counterparts at EU institutions and in the related environment;
• Work and co‑coordinate your tasks with the other interns;
• Organise meetings/conferences and assist with general administrative tasks in the office;
• Receive guests at the office and communicate professionally via e‑mail

Skills & requirements:

• Current Masterstudent or recent bachelor graduate in one of the following fields: Political Science, International Relations, European Studies, Law, Business, Economics;
• Results driven and excellent team working skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and be proactive;
• Highly motivated to work in the challenging and complex environment of a representation office;
• Proficiency in English (German is nice to have)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, critical and analytical reasoning, reliability and credibility

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