Intern - Digital Economy Policy

DIGITALEUROPE is the Brussels-based trade association representing the digital technology industry in Europe. Our members include some of the world’s largest IT, telecoms and consumer electronics companies and national associations from every part of Europe. DIGITALEUROPE wants European businesses and citizens to benefit from digital technologies and for Europe to grow, attract and sustain the world's best digital technology companies.

DIGITALEUROPE ensures industry participation in the development and implementation of EU policies. DIGITALEUROPE’s members include around 60 global corporations and 40 national trade associations from across Europe. In total, 10,000 companies employing two million citizens and generating €1 trillion in revenues. Our website provides further information on our recent news and activities:http://www.digitaleurope.org

Position description

We are looking for an intern for a period of 6 months to support the Digital Economy Policy Group within DIGITALEUROPE.

Profile

• Knowledge of the functioning of the EU institutions
• Strong interest in digital technologies and digital economy issues (Data protection, cybersecurity, copyright, CSR, etc.) in particular
• Interest in policy and advocacy work
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• Fluency in English. Working knowledge of other European languages a plus
• Previous experience in an EU institution and/or the ICT industry a definite advantage
• Accurate and organised with an eye for details
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

Function

• Support the advocacy work (conducting research, drafting position papers, participating to meetings)
• Assist in the daily administrative work (writing reports, organising meetings, etc.)
• Policy monitoring on a wide range of digital economy issues

• Attend institutional and industry events

Contact:

Interested candidates should send a CV and a cover letter electronically tokathleen.swillens@digitaleurope.org before 15 November.