This internship position at Eurochild's Brussels-based Secretariat offers an exciting opportunity to support the development and implementation of key policy priorities. These include political advocacy focused on eradicating child poverty, promoting children's well-being, and ensuring that children's rights are mainstreamed across all EU processes.

As an intern, you will contribute to achieving Eurochild's strategic goals and advancing children's rights at the European level. These goals include:

Making children's rights a public priority in Europe;
Strengthening the community of children's rights activists across Europe;
Elevating the voices of children and young people.

The specific responsibilities of the Policy, Advocacy and Communications Intern include:

Supporting the policy, advocacy, and communications team in its work on the policy priorities outlined above;
Monitoring developments in European and international policies regarding children's rights and well-being, and reporting to the team;
Conducting research tasks as required and supporting ongoing projects;
Drafting articles and informational content for Eurochild's website;
Supporting the monitoring and creation of content for social media platforms;
Supporting Eurochild's working structures, including drafting documents, organising meetings, coordinating inputs, and updating databases;
Assisting with the preparation and follow-up of relevant events;
Supporting colleagues across Eurochild's thematic areas.

Candidate Requirements

A university degree or relevant experience in EU policy, children's rights, social sciences, political science, or public policy;
A good understanding of EU social policy and funding mechanisms;
Strong writing and editing skills in English, with the ability to produce clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate content for various channels, including websites, newsletters, social media, and policy publications;
Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms, including social media management;
A basic understanding of communications within an NGO environment, including how messaging, branding, and storytelling support advocacy objectives;
Strong research skills and knowledge of political advocacy at the EU level;
Excellent spoken and written English; proficiency in other EU languages is an asset;
Flexibility and readiness to work in a small, interdependent, and international team;
National-level experience in one of Eurochild's priority areas is a strong asset.

Support and Supervision

The Policy, Advocacy and Communications Intern will report to the EU Affairs Coordinator and receive support from other members of the Policy, Advocacy and Communications team.

Conditions

Remuneration: €1,250 per month, plus a home-working allowance of €134.71, an internet allowance of €20, and transport costs of €56.
Lunch vouchers: €8 per working day.
Location: Eurochild Secretariat, Brussels.
Preferred starting date: Early January 2027.
Contract duration: Six months, with the possibility of a further six-month extension by mutual agreement.
Work permit: In accordance with Belgian employment law, applicants must hold a valid work permit for Belgium to be eligible for this position.

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