Internship offer – European Project Assistant Internship

The Sport et Citoyenneté think tank has a recurrent job opening: European Project Assistant Internship – between January and June ; or between September and December. Information: Please note that Sport and Citizenship does not plan to hire any work-study students in 2026. As a result, unsolicited applications for this type of contract will not be considered. We are no longer accepting applications for the January 2027 intern position. For an internship starting in September 2027, we will consider all applications (CV and cover letter) received by 30 April. Please remember that no application will be registered if it’s missing either CV or cover letter. Internship offer – European Project Assistant Internship Our organisation About Us Sport et Citoyenneté is a Think Tank dedicated to strengthening the role of sport in society. Since its creation in 2007, Sport et Citoyenneté has been studying the social impact of sport and contributing to public debate at both national and European levels through five main areas of action: • Network coordination (scientific committee, thematic networks). • Editorial production (quarterly journal, website, newsletters, social media). • Event organisation (conferences, round tables, participatory workshops). • Project management (studies, reports, social impact assessments, European collaborative projects). Advocacy and stakeholder support (government services, local authorities, sports and non-profit organisations, businesses) to integrate social issues into their strategies and activities. Main Missions Working closely with the European office of Sport and Citizenship, you will assist in the design, coordination, and implementation of the organisation’s projects. You will contribute to promoting the vision of sport embedded in the Think Tank’s mission by supporting projects with a strong social impact in collaboration with various partners. As part of your responsibilities, you will: Assist the two Project Managers in implementing European collaborative projects under their supervision (organising meetings and key project activities, liaising with EU institutions and partners, handling communication). These projects focus on various topics such as support to women victims of sexual violence (SAFE and WHEEL) or the inclusion of refugees through sport (PLAYER). Contribute to the design, drafting, and submission of new collaborative projects (monitoring calls for proposals, attending information sessions, identifying new partnership opportunities, drafting concept notes, developing partnerships, etc.). Conduct thematic monitoring on social issues in sport and contribute to editorial production (press articles, background notes, benchmarking reports, etc.). Assist in organising events (conferences, round tables, workshops) by helping define the editorial approach and identifying and contacting speakers. Candidate Profile Your higher education background (European Affairs, Political Science, International Relations) and your strong interest in sport have enabled you to develop a solid understanding of contemporary social challenges. You are fully comfortable working in English and French on a daily basis—both written and spoken, in formal and informal contexts. Skills and Competencies / Technical skills Excellent command of English (C1 level). Strong written and spoken French. Analytical and summarising skills. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Proficiency with standard office tools. Personal qualities Intellectual curiosity. Autonomy, adaptability, versatility, and organisational skills. Team spirit and collaborative mindset. Strong interpersonal skills (politeness, empathy). Dynamism, positivity, and initiative. Motivation to contribute to the development of a committed non-profit organisation promoting sport in society. Internship Conditions Duration: 4 to 6 months Starting date: January 2027 Unpaid internship, transports costs are covered. Working hours: 38 hours per week, Mon