Internship on AI policy (GRID Unit)

AI Training; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation support

CIP allowance

Relocation support

Job summary

Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) offers an internship in Brussels to contribute to AI policy research within the GRID unit. The intern will conduct analysis, support events, and assist in project development under mentorship.

Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant degree, fluent in English, and able to work in a team with deadlines. The internship is 6 months, full-time, based in Brussels with limited telework possible.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in university for full duration of the internship.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• B.A. degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, Law, Philosophy or related fields.
• Knowledge of health policies in the EU and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and desk research to support AI policy work (Applied AI, AI governance, digital policy).
• Prepare and implement hybrid and virtual events and workshops.
• Contribute to project development (proposal drafting) in the GRID unit.
• Collaborate with mentor and team on tasks and assignments.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Policy knowledge

Education

B.A. in Public Policy or related field

Tools

MS Office

Policy analysis tools

Job description

Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS)

The successful applicant will contribute to the research activities of CEPS on AI policy, within the GRID unit. The successful applicant will contribute to several activities, such as:

• Conducting analysis and desk research tasks to support work on the following topics:
  • Applied AI and AI governance
  • AI, innovation and competitiveness
  • Digital policy and tech sovereignty
• Preparing and implementing hybrid and virtual events and workshops
• Contributing to projects development (proposal drafting) in the unit
• Further tasks as agreed with the appointed mentor

General information about the internship

The internship is based in Brussels and will take place in-person, but some teleworking might be possible for a limited period. Candidates must be legally entitled to undertake an internship in Belgium for the duration of the placement.

• Length of internship: 6 months
• Time commitment: full-time
• Starting date: as soon as possible, latest by November 2026

Your background and qualifications

• Student enrolled in a university degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, Law, Philosophy, other Social Sciences, or related topics, for the full duration of the internship. For recent graduates, the option of the CIP (la convention d'immersion professionnelle) scheme may be considered, subject to the candidate’s eligibility and possession of the right to work in Belgium.
• Proficiency working with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• B.A. degree in one of the following fields: Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, Law, Philosophy, European Studies, other Social Sciences.
• Knowledge of health policies in the EU and beyond.
• A proactive approach to work and sound teamworking skills.
• Familiarity with EU instruments which promote R&I and sustainable development (including Horizon Europe and Global Gateway) is an asset.
• Excellent command of English, both orally and in writing.

Your profile

• You are able to work in a research team comprising junior and senior colleagues.
• You enjoy teamwork and are open to giving and receiving feedback.
• You are flexible, organised and respect deadlines.
• You have absolute respect for diversity and an inclusion-oriented mindset.
• You are enthusiastic to contribute towards the success of the whole of CEPS as an organisation.

Learning elements and outcomes

On completion of the internship, the candidate will have:

• Developed understanding of and expertise on the challenges and opportunities related to EU AI policy, digital policy and technological sovereignty, and the uptake of AI across the economy, public administration and society;
• Learned about the management processes and partners involved in diverse projects (EU-funded, foundation-funded, task forces and consortia…);
• Strengthened writing, political analysis, management, communication and reporting skills;
• Gained extensive exposure to the think tank environment, the work with EU institutions, and a diverse set of stakeholders across industry, civil society, academia and international organisations.

What CEPS can offer

• Enrolled students: reimbursement of accommodation / local transport costs (up to 850 EUR/month)
• Recent graduates: CIP allowance (1200 EUR/month)
• Reimbursement of relocation costs (up to 500 EUR)

More information on the internship

Further information about the position can be obtained from Katja Spanz ([e-mail])

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview in the week of 5 October 2026.