Internship - EU Public Affairs - Technology and Digital Economy Practice

About Burson

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson operates under WPP (NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.com.

The Role:

We are looking for one intern to join our Technology and Digital Economy team in Brussels for a 6-month paid internship, starting September 2024.

During the internship, you will research & monitor key policy trends, regulatory changes and media developments on tech, foreign affairs, geopolitics, competition and digital policy. Using various tools and platforms, you will draft insightful client reports and briefings that distill complex information into actionable intelligence.

As an integral part of 2-3 client teams, you will help execute tailored advocacy campaigns allowing you to gain first-hand experience in consulting work in EU affairs. This will entail mapping and engaging relevant stakeholders, attending and organising political events and conferences, as well as drafting content for social media campaigns.

Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to contribute to new business proposals where you will collaborate with different teams across the office. Your involvement in the development of proposals will allow you to showcase your creative thinking during brainstorming sessions and contribute your innovative ideas to create engaging and persuasive slide decks.

By working closely with an experienced and dynamic team, you will not only hone your skills and develop in-depth expertise on legislative developments, but also build a network that will be invaluable to your career in public affairs and communications.

Requirements

Experience that contributes to your success:

• Knowledge and a keen interest in EU policy and decision-making processes, with a desirable focus on technology issues, digital policy and/or foreign affairs.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with digital communications and social media tools are an advantage.
• Attention to detail.
• Proactive, resourceful and a team player.
• Critical thinking with a desire to learn in a fast-paced and international environment.
• Further education in a relevant field, such as but not limited to EU or international politics, law, digital policy, competition policy, digital communications, etc.
• Previous public affairs experience in an EU institution, regulatory organisation, trade association, advocacy organisation (NGO), company or consultancy is desirable (but not essential).
• Excellent spoken and written English – other European languages are an asset, especially a good command of French.

What we offer:

• A 6-month agreement under Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP). Please note that the CIP agreement excludes any internships for which the intern receives academic credit or undertakes as a part of a degree.
• A stimulating work experience in a young and dynamic EU affairs office with a multicultural environment (20+ nationalities).
• Training opportunities.
• Hybrid working model.

Practicalities

• Start date – September 2024

Please note the following:

• the CIP convention excludes any internships for which the intern receives academic credit or undertakes as a part of a degree.
• in order to eligible for a CIP convention, candidates must have the independant right to work full-time in Belgium.

Benefits

At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.

For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.com.

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