The FIA Region I is a consumer body representing 101 Motoring and Touring Clubs and over 36 million members from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The FIA represents the interests of our members as motorists, riders, pedestrians, and passengers. FIA Region I is working to ensure safe, affordable, clean, and efficient mobility for all. Learn more about FIA Region I’s policy priorities at : Place : FIA Region I office in Brussels, Belgium Duration : 6 months, full-time (mandatory learning / internship agreement
- provided by the university) Start date : 04.09.2023 Deadline for applications : 31.07.2023
- agreement between the school, the student and the FIA, provided by the school The role Assist the policy team with research and general administrative support, focusing on digitalisation, safety, and sustainability issues.Under the supervision of the Policy Director, the Policy Intern will :
- Research and write web content on a broad range of issues
- Contribute to FIA Region I’s weekly newsletter
- Follow hearings, legislative activities, and scientific, technical, and policy briefings, and share observations with staff, verbally or in writing
- Assist staff in monitoring policy and legislative reports
- Assist with outreach, logistical preparation, and execution of FIA Region I’s internal meetings and policy events
- Identify, monitor, and report on relevant policy and technical issues
- Help update and maintain the internal website and policy monitoring tools
- Help with policy-related administrative tasks as necessary
Profile
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in progress, in a field directly related to the automotive sector, transport / mobility policy, or public / European policy (other fields may be considered for candidates with demonstrated skills, experience, and interest in these fields)Interest in transport and mobility issues, and with enthusiasm for the communication of pertinent information to FIA Region I’s members, policymakers, and other interested partiesStrong research skills, and clear and concise English writing skills are required for newsletters, briefing write-ups, and facts sheetsDetail-orientedSelf-starter, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasksOpen to feedback, with strong desire to develop professional skillsEffective interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work in a team or independently as neededProficiency in Microsoft OfficeCandidates must be currently enrolled in a European higher education institution, must be able to provide us with a learning / internship agreement and hold the right to work in Belgium legally. What we offer :
A full-time internship, 5 days a week (Monday-Friday), from 9 : 00-18 : 00Work experience in European Policy and advocacy, in a highly professional, membership-based international organizationInsights to European Union research projectsA 600 EUR stipend covering part of the living costs in Brussels