Centre for European Progression is looking for an intern.
C4EP is looking for an intern to join its ranks, to work specifically on designated topics related to its core activities, providing assistance to the staff of the organisation. C4EP deals with EU-related policy consultations and advising, recruitment and career-building assistance of young professional seeking opportunities around the EU institutions.
The successful candidate should have a solid academic background, a good understanding of EU institutions and current EU policy developments. He/she will be expected to be based in Brussels or in a location with easy access to Brussels, and would start at the beginning of September 2023.
Who we are:
a pro-active think-tank,
- with an international background;
- registered in Belgium;
- independent of political parties, governments and ideologies, but committed to a strong European Union;
- a key mission of our projects is to encourage, include and empower young professionals who deal with European Affairs.
What you will do:
- outline, create and publish analyses and studies based on individual research;
- assist in collecting data and researching for the staff;
- take part in organising events;
- edit English language texts contributed by external authors (optional).
What we require:
- citizenship of an EU member state;
- university degree (at least BA/BSc) in political science, social sciences, communications, economics or related disciplines;
- fluency in English, with proven writing skills;
- analytical and organisational skills;
- good understanding of European and international politics and institutions;
- excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
What we value:
- higher university degree, MA/MSc (including ongoing studies);
- command of additional European languages, especially French;
- previous experience in the European institutions or the NGO sector.
What we offer:
- a job contract and financial compensation;
- office access;
- flexible working hours, including home office;
- opportunities to publish and to network.
C4EP is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and particularly encourage applicants under-represented sectors of society.
Please apply for this position by email with a short motivation letter and a CV, indicating your name and “Intern” in the subject line of the e-mail. Applications should be sent to jobs@c4ep.eu and addressed to Tamas Lattmann, general manager. As a result of the expected high number of applications, we will only be able to contact the candidates shortlisted for an interview, which will take place preferably personally in Brussels in July – but we also offer the opportunity for an online interview.
Deadline for applications: __15 July 2023__