Public Policy Analyst - European Affairs

Nabla; Massy; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A technology start-up in Massy is seeking a Public Policy Analyst intern to support EU policy campaigns. Responsibilities include monitoring quantum policy developments, preparing briefings for stakeholders, and contributing to high-profile policy initiatives. Candidates should be graduating with degrees in relevant fields and have strong communication skills. The role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-growing environment.

Prestations

Brand-new offices in Massy-Palaiseau

Dynamic international company

Key role in a growing start-up

Qualifications

• Looking for an end‑of‑study internship.
• Graduating with relevant degrees.
• Technology awareness in quantum technology is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and analyse quantum policy and regulatory developments.
• Map policy quantum ecosystems at EU level.
• Prepare policy notes and briefings for policymakers.
• Contribute to policy campaigns across the EU.

Connaissances

Public Policy Shaping

Advocacy

Communication

EU Law

EU Funding

Knowledge of EU institutions’ policy processes

Fluent in English

Intermediate French

Formation

Degree in International and/or European Affairs

Degree in Public Policies or Political Economy or Economics

Degree in Engineering with a Business and/or Policy background

Description du poste

CEO Office • Massy/Palaiseau, France

Public Policy Analyst - European Affairs

Participate in the rapid development of a deep‑tech start‑up at the forefront of the second quantum revolution!

About Pasqal

PASQAL designs and develops Quantum Processing Units (QPUs) and associated software tools. Our innovative technology enables us to address use cases that are currently beyond the reach of the most powerful supercomputers; these cases can concern industrial application challenges as well as fundamental science needs. In addition to the exceptional computing power they provide, QPUs are highly energy efficient and will contribute to a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of the HPC industry.

Job Description

With operations in three continents and rapid business growth, Pasqal – the leader in neutral atom quantum computing – is currently reinforcing its public policy practice globally. In this context, Pasqal offers an attractive internship to support the Global Public Policy Lead in the delivery of high‑profile European public policy campaigns, initiatives and positions.

As an intern, you will notably contribute to a large range of diverse activities, including:

• Monitor and analyse quantum policy and regulatory developments in key European markets (including the EU) of Pasqal’s interest
• Map and structure the policy quantum ecosystems at EU level and in key EU Member States
• Contribute to policy thought‑leadership developments and positions, including on quantum competitiveness, innovation, scale‑up, skills
• Support the development of Pasqal’s public policy operations via knowledge management, information sharing, monitoring and reporting activities
• Prepare policy notes and briefings to educate policymakers and internal stakeholders on key EU and European quantum policy issues at stake
• Contribute to the preparation of high‑profile policy campaigns and policy positions across the European Union

About you

You are looking for an end‑of‑study internship and are about to graduate with one of the following degrees:

• International and/or European Affairs
• Public Policies or Political Economy or Economics
• Engineering with a Business and/or Policy background

Hard skills

• Public Policy Shaping
• Advocacy
• Communication
• EU Law
• EU Funding
• Deep knowledge of EU institutions’ policy processes and legislative cycle – required
• Knowledge of EU public procurement and subsidy policy‑life cycle – advantage
• Technology awareness in the field of quantum technology – asset
• Deep knowledge of domestic policies in one or more European markets, including procurement and subsidies processes – asset
• Fluent in English and intermediate level of French at minimum. Any other language is an asset

Soft skills

• High ethical standards and integrity
• Able to adapt, work autonomously and creatively
• Project management skills
• Eager to learn
• Excellent drafting skills
• Business acumen
• Negotiation skills

What we offer

• Brand‑new offices in Massy‑Palaiseau, France
• Type of contract: internship
• A dynamic and international company
• A key role in a growing start‑up

Recruitment process

• An interview with our Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 minutes)
• A home assignment
• A hiring manager interview (45 minutes – 1 hour)
• An offer

PASQAL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, as inclusion and diversity are essential to achieving our mission. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, religion or sexual orientation.