Policy Intern

Position description

FEDARENE, the European network of energy agencies and regions, offers in its Brussels office: 6-month internship as EU Policy assistant, Starting date September 2026. Only students able to provide a traineeship agreement from a university or similar organisation (Erasmus+, Eurodyssey, etc.) will be selected.

We are currently offering a Policy Assistant Internship designed to provide meaningful work experience in European policy-making, advocacy, and project implementation.

Main Missions

Under the supervision of FEDARENE’s Policy Officer, the intern will:

• Monitor policy developments at the European level in areas relevant to FEDARENE’s priorities;
• Conduct research and analysis of EU legislative initiatives, policy trends, and institutional developments;
• Draft policy briefs, strategic notes, and content for internal and external communication;
• Assist in preparing advocacy materials and participating in policy-related events and meetings;
• Support the organisation of events such as workshops, webinars, and stakeholder consultations;
• Support the implementation of tasks under EU-funded projects, especially those with a policy focus.

Qualifications

Required Profile

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in European Studies, Political Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field;
• Excellent written and spoken English (minimum level C1), with strong writing and summarising abilities;
• Interest in EU policy-making, with a willingness to learn about EU legislative and decision making processes;
• A demonstrated interest in energy and climate topics; prior experience is considered an asset;
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with attention to detail;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Additional Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with the functioning of EU institutions and legislative procedures;
• Previous involvement in student organisations, internships, or projects related to energy, climate, or policy;
• Working knowledge of other EU languages, particularly French;
• Understanding of regional perspectives on the energy transition

Application instructions

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