Do you want to work at the heart of the European Union? Are you looking for a first professional experience in a young, dynamic, and multicultural environment? Are you a team player with excellent communication and organisational skills? If so, it’s the right time to join our team at European Business Summits (EBS).

Internship / Communications and Project Assistant

Starting Date: September 2025

European Business Summits (EBS) is a renowned Brussels-based organisation that facilitates networking and multi-stakeholder debates.

Our purpose is to achieve the greatest impact on policy-making processes by bringing together business leaders, policymakers, civil society experts and opinion formers to stimulate diverse thinking on the most challenging global issues.

We are looking for a Communications and Project Assistant for a paid 6-month internship (CIP) to assist the communication team with managing communications and profiling EBS programmes for maximum impact.

Main tasks

Support the EBS Communications Team and Research Hub with the implementation of the communications activities related to Horizon Europe Projects.
Support the Research Hub with the project management activities related to Horizon Europe Projects.
Support the creation and publication of content for EBS Social Media channels.
Maintaining and updating the content on the EBS website.
Use online metric tools to report on statistics for website, social media, and email campaigns’ impact.
Support the registration of participants in EBS events and the maintenance of the database.

Your profile

Relevant university degree (communication, marketing, media studies, EU studies, international relations).
Excellent written and spoken English skills (minimum C1 level).
Knowledge of email marketing tools (Flexmail, MailChimp, Sendgrid) and knowledge of Canva and Adobe Package (especially InDesign and Photoshop) is desirable.
Experience in EU project management.
A creative profile with a strong interest in digital communication.
Good understanding of EU institutions and interest in European and global affairs.
A proactive and multi-tasking team player, with excellent organisational and communication skills.
Able to show flexibility and initiative and to work autonomously in a multicultural team.

What we offer

The opportunity to work in a young, dynamic, international and fast-paced environment and to combine a first full-time work experience with hands-on training.
Room for professional development and to acquire challenging and interesting responsibilities.
The opportunity to develop a high-level network by attending the Summits and all preparation meetings with key stakeholders.
A 6-month Brussels-based paid internship (CIP contract, competitive remuneration) with possible 6-month renewal and subsequent permanent contract CDI.

Who can apply?

This position is ideal for recent graduates eager to gain their first work experience.
It is open to candidates in possession of a valid work permit in Belgium.

How to apply?

The position is for a six-month period and will start in September 2025.
To apply, please send your CV and a 1-page cover letter to Giulia Gigli, Communications Manager, ([email protected]) with the email subject COMMUNICATIONS AND PROJECT ASSISTANT – JOB APPLICATION.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.