Policy Internship

Euractiv; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 8 000 - 10 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An international automotive organization based in Brussels is seeking a full-time Policy Intern. The intern will support the policy team on various issues, including digitalisation and sustainability, and will conduct research, draft content, and monitor legislative activities. Candidates should be Bachelor’s or Master’s students with strong research and writing skills and must be eligible to work legally in Belgium. A monthly stipend of EUR 800 will be provided to assist with living expenses.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a higher education institution.
• Strong interest in transport and mobility issues.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Responsabilités

• Conduct research and draft web content.
• Contribute to FIA Region I’s weekly newsletter.
• Monitor EU hearings and legislative activities.

Connaissances

Research skills

English writing

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s student

Description du poste

Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) unites leading national motoring organisations from 146 countries worldwide and serves as the governing body for world motor sport. The FIA Region I office, based in Brussels, is a consumer body comprising 102 Mobility Clubs representing over 41 million members across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Location

Brussels

Duration

6 months, full-time (mandatory learning/internship agreement* provided by the university)

Start date

ideally 26 May 2026

Deadline for applications

24 April 2026

*The internship agreement must be signed by the student, the FIA, and the sending university.

About the role

The Policy Intern will support the FIA Region I policy team on digitalisation, safety, and sustainability issues. Under the supervision of a Policy Officer, the intern will:

• Conduct research and draft web content on a wide range of issues
• Contribute to FIA Region I’s weekly newsletter
• Monitor EU hearings, legislative activities, and technical briefings, and report findings to staff (verbally or in writing)
• Assist in monitoring policy and legislative reports
• Support the organisation of internal meetings and policy events (outreach, logistics, follow‑up)
• Identify, track, and report on relevant policy and technical developments
• Help update and maintain internal websites and policy‑monitoring tools
• Provide policy‑related administrative support as needed

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s student in progress, ideally in transport/mobility policy, automotive/technical studies, European/public policy, or a related field (other fields considered if supported by relevant skills/experience)
• Strong interest in transport and mobility issues, and motivation to communicate relevant insights to members, policymakers, and stakeholders
• Excellent research and English writing skills (concise, clear and accurate)
• Detail‑oriented and organised
• Self‑starter, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks in parallel
• Open to feedback, with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Currently enrolled at a European higher education institution and able to provide a valid learning/internship agreement
• Eligible to work legally in Belgium

What we offer

• A full‑time internship (Monday‑Friday, 9:00‑18:00)
• Practical experience in European policy and advocacy within a membership‑based international organisation
• Exposure to EU research projects and policymaking processes
• A monthly stipend of EUR 800 as partial support for living expenses in Brussels

How to apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter to [e-mail] by 24 April 2026, with subject line: “Policy Internship Summer 2026”.