Deadline for applications: Tuesday 3 February 2026, 23:59 CET
Starting date: 1 April 2026
Duration: 6 months – Brussels based
Bruegel is recruiting an intern for six months, in the Communications team. The internship is paid, full time and based at Bruegel’s office in Brussels.
Bruegel offers an interesting and dynamic period of learning and working experience in a major Brussels-based think thank, with the opportunity to gain specific knowledge on event management processes and how to communicate about economics and EU Affairs.
Bruegel is the leading European think tank specialising in economics. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. Its mission is to improve the quality of economic policy with open and fact-based research, analysis and debate. We are committed to impartiality, openness and excellence. Bruegel’s membership includes EU Member State governments, international corporations and institutions.
Main responsibilities – Support Bruegel’s Events team
- Creating events content on Bruegel’s website.
- Working with event management tools and audience databases.
- Communicating with event speakers and participants.
- Helping with practicalities (catering, reception, etc).
- Participating in the livestream production of public events.
- Supporting social media outreach and event promotion.
Profile of applicants
- Academic background in communication, languages, public affairs or political science.
- Some experience in hospitality, administration, stakeholder or event organisation.
- Understanding of economic policy and knowledge of EU affairs.
- Available for six months, full-time, starting 1 April 2026.
Skills and competences required
- Excellent written and oral English.
- Knowledge of EU affairs.
- Capacity to work with people from different social and cultural backgrounds.
- Good organisation and time-management.
- Curiosity and adaptability.
Added assets
- Knowledge of CRM databases and content management systems.
- Knowledge of AV tools.
Application procedure
To apply for this position, please carefully follow the below instructions:
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Send an email to [email protected] – your email must contain the following:
- A CV and a cover letter (in English) in one single PDF document (merged)
- The subject line of the email: “Events and Communications Intern_Applicant’s Name”
Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
The application deadline is on Tuesday 3 February 2026, at 23:59 CET. Interviews will take place during the week of 23 February 2026.
Disclaimer: due to the large number of applications usually received, we are unfortunately unable to reply to all applicants. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within a few weeks.
Bruegel is committed to ensuring equal opportunities and treatment for all by providing that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, nationality, religion, ethnicity, gender, marital status, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, disability or chronic illness.
