The EPC is looking for a Programme Assistant (equivalent to a paid internship) to join its [European Migration and Diversity (EMD)](https://www.epc.eu/programmes/european-migration-and-diversity/) Programme, for a period of 6 months, starting in **August 2026**.
This is an internship position targeted at recent graduates as well as graduates having acquired initial work experience through internships.
The successful candidate should have, through prior internships or course choices, a solid academic background, a good understanding of EU institutions and decision-making processes, and an interest in (i.e., administrative tasks, supporting the organisation of events, and carrying out some background research) on various topics related to EU migration policies.
## The candidate should have the following profile:
– Post-graduate degree in political science, law or a related field of study;
– Organisational and time management skills;
– Self-disciplined, able to work both independently and in a multinational team;
– Dynamic, flexible, reliable, and attentive to details;
– Excellent English language skills (oral and written), additional languages are a plus;
– Previous relevant work experience would be a plus;
– Analytical and writing skills;
– Strong interest in European affairs.
## Main duties:
– Supporting EPC analysts in organising events (including research on content and speakers, invitations and programmes, liaising with speakers, logistical support during the events);
– Note-taking and providing logistical and organisational assistance with internal meetings and partner coordination;
– Background research, analysis of data, and support in drafting publications;
– Contributing to policy monitoring and analysis with an eye to developing a strong understanding of EU policymaking processes;
– Supporting EPC analysts in project implementation;
– Support in monitoring relevant project funding opportunities.
## **Candidates who meet the above requirements should upload the following documents in the application form below:**
– A one-page motivation letter, specifying the availability to start at the expected date, if selected
– Curriculum Vitae
– Signed reference letter from the previous university/ employer and complete with contact details for follow up.
– Completed Task (no more than 400 words): Imagine you need to help with organising a 2h event on ‘New Pact on Migration and Asylum implementation: challenges and prospects’ OR ‘The future of labour migration in the EU: challenges and prospects’. Please provide: a short description of the topic, information on format of the event (closed door or public), and brief explanation of suitability and the aim of the event, 3 research questions to be explored in the event and, 4-5 institutions/organisations to consider for a multistakeholder panel, and an explanation of how you would identify suitable speakers. Specify if you used AI in the development of the response, which AI tool you used, how you used it and adapted the answers you received from it.
The documents should be titled: EMDPA + Document type + NAME SURNAME.
Applicants should not include a photo on any application documents.
Deadline for applications: **13/05/2026 23.59 (CEST).**
The interviews are expected to be conducted in June (online or in person).
## What we offer:
All EPC programme assistants are offered a CIP contract (“convention d’immersion professionelle”) and are expected to be based in Brussels or in a location with easy access to Brussels.
This position offers young professionals a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights into an EU think tank that works across policy fields and in close proximity to EU and national policymakers. The EPC is a dynamic work environment based on a core set of organisational values (available on our website). We foster cross-programme work allowing EMD analysts and programme assistants the opportunity to develop and demonstrate knowledge of and interest in **EU mobility, migration and asylum policies**, e.g., develop and deepen their knowledge of the interlinkages between migration and mobility, social affairs, labour market policy and foreign policy and more.
**Due to labour market dynamics and AI use, the EPC currently receives a very high number of applications. Each application is screened and shortlisted by a team of people. We do not use AI to screen applications due to unavoidable biases in AI screening software. For these reasons, we will only contact shortlisted applicants and kindly request that those who are not contacted within two weeks of the deadline do not follow up.**
Thank you for your understanding and for your interest in this vacancy.
