Policy Intern

Position description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Assist the policy team with research and general administrative support, focusing on digitalisation, safety, and sustainability issues. Under the supervision of the Policy Director, the Policy Intern will:

• Research and write web content on a broad range of issues;
• Contribute to FIA Region I’s weekly newsletter;
• Follow hearings, legislative activities, and scientific, technical, and policy briefings, and share observations with staff, verbally or in writing;
• Assist staff in monitoring policy and legislative reports;
• Assist with outreach, logistical preparation, and execution of FIA Region I’s internal meetings and policy events;
• Identify, monitor, and report on relevant policy and technical issues;
• Help update and maintain the internal website and policy monitoring tools;
• Help with policy-related administrative tasks as necessary.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in progress, in a field directly related to the automotive sector, transport/mobility policy, or public/European policy (other fields may be considered for candidates with demonstrated skills, experience, and interest in these fields);
• Interest in transport and mobility issues, and with enthusiasm for the communication of pertinent information to FIA Region I’s members, policymakers, and other interested parties;
• Strong research skills, and clear and concise English writing skills are required for newsletters, briefing write-ups, and facts sheets;
• Detail-oriented;
• Self-starter, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks;
• Open to feedback, with strong desire to develop professional skills;
• Effective interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team or independently as needed;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a European higher education institution, must be able to provide us with a learning/internship agreement and hold the right to work in Belgium legally.

Application instructions

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