Policy intern

JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Policy Officer Intern to support the IRU advocacy team based in Brussels. The role offers 
a unique opportunity for a hands-on individual to work with a dynamic team and play an active role in advancing 
IRU’s policies on EU transport.
This is a paid internship for a period of minimum 9 months.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:
o Support Senior Advisors on policy, legislative and other work relevant for EU freight and passenger 
transport
o Assist with the organisation of IRU meetings, high-level conferences, lobbying workshops, seminars and 
meetings with EU officials
o Analyse and disseminate information as well as help with administrative tasks
o Follow the work of the relevant European Parliament’s Committees and European Commission’s services
 

QUALIFICATIONS:
o Be proficient in spoken and written English
o Be a student or recent graduate of Political Science, Law, European Studies or in possession of a 
related diploma
o Have interest in EU freight and passenger transport policies, with a focus on social, digital and 
environment related issues
o Have knowledge of Microsoft Office
o Have a keen eye for detail
o Have a "can do" attitude and eager to embrace new challenges 
o Have good organisation skills