Job notes

€ 850 - 1,200 per month

Main tasks

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

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.

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.

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