The EPC is looking for a Project Assistant (equivalent to a paid internship) to join its [Connecting Europe](https://www.epc.eu/projects/Connecting-Europe-333b3c/) Project, for a period of 6 months (renewable once), starting in **July 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).
## 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), knowledge of German is a plus;
– Previous relevant work experience would be a plus;
– Analytical and writing skills;
– IT skills, especially social media (LinkedIn) and marketing tools (work with programmes such as Canva and Mailchimp) are a plus;
– Strong interest in European affairs;
– Knowledge about, or experience engagement on EU enlargement and/or the Western Balkans or Eastern European accession candidates is a plus;
– Experience with and interest in civil society and/or transnational collaboration is a plus.
## Main duties:
– Supporting the team (which is composed of a project lead and a project manager) in the daily coordination of the project and administrative tasks;
– Liaising with partner organisations, and other stakeholders to consolidate and develop the network;
– Supporting the organisation of events (including research on content and speakers, invitations and programmes, liaising with speakers, logistical support during the events);
– Support the implementation of the all Connecting Europe activities on a broad line of policy issues.
– Background research on various topics covered within Connecting Europe, in particular with a focus on democracy and the rule of law, climate change, digital transformation, foreign policy, and enlargement;
– Contributing to communication of the project, including social media, newsletters, information mailings on current EU affairs.
## Candidates who meet the above requirements should send the following information in the form below:
– A **one-page motivation letter** to Emma Woodford, specifying your **availability to start**, if selected. In your motivation letter, we would like to understand what drives you to apply and why you are interested in working on a project like Connecting Europe.
– **Curriculum Vitae**
– Signed **reference letter** from the previous university or employer with contact details for follow up.
– Specify **if and how you used AI** in the development of your application.
The documents should be titled: **CEPA_Document type_NAME SURNAME**.
Applicants should not include a photo on any application documents.
Deadline for applications: **04/06/2026 23.59 (CEST)**.
The interviews are expected to be conducted in June (online).
## 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).
**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 to not follow up.**
**Thank you for your understanding and for your interest in this vacancy.**
