The position
EIPA’s Luxembourg Centre for Judges and Lawyers (ECJL) is seeking a highly motivated intern to support the implementation of a flagship technical assistance programme supporting EU accession processes in nine candidate and potential candidate countries (including Ukraine, Moldova, Western Balkans, and Türkiye). The intern will work from the Maastricht office.
The intern will work close in collaboration with the project team and under the supervision of the Project Manager / Overall Coordinator, contributing to policy research, stakeholder coordination, reporting tasks that directly support EU enlargement-related capacity building in public administrations and judiciaries, and event support.
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience on EU law, enlargement policy and technical assistance cooperation.
Main tasks and responsibilities
The tasks during this internship will include:
Policy research and analytical support:
Conduct preliminary and targeted research on EU accession processes, including progress in candidate countries, legal approximation and EU acquis chapters, and rule of law, governance, and judicial reform
Support the preparation of programmes for training activities and training materials
Compile background policy briefs for the Project Manager and experts
Stakeholder coordination and communication:
Assist in daily correspondence with beneficiary institutions and the Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
Support coordination of activities with experts and institutional partners
Help organise and follow-up seminars, workshops, and online training
Provide logistical support including preparation of meetings, opening online sessions, and coordination of travel arrangements when needed
Reporting, monitoring and visibility:
Collect and process data on activities including participants, evaluations, and impact indicators
Contribute to monthly reporting and assist in the preparation of annual reports
Draft news items and communication materials for EIPA newsletters and LinkedIn
Your profile
Who can apply?
Master’s degree (or final year) in EU Law, European Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration or related field
Strong interest in EU enlargement, EU law, policymaking, and governance reforms
Solid understanding of EU Law and EU institutions
Basic knowledge of EU accession negotiations and acquis
Strong research and analytical skills
Excellent drafting skills in English (C1/C2)
Proactive, organised, and able to work independently