Intern – Energy, Resources and Climate Change,Centre for European Policy Studies (SEPS) – Brussels, Belgium

You will become a member of the Energy, Resources and Climate Change team and contribute to the work and projects of the unit.

You will participate in international teams that carry out research projects;
You will monitor the regulatory framework for low-carbon transition, circular economy, energy and climate change in the EU and selected Member States;
You will assist in the organisation of our 2023 Ideas Lab, our flagship event and other events and performing communication activities;
You will do desk research on relevant topics;
You will assist in data collection;
You will summarise findings from interviews and meetings in written form;
You will assist in identifying and acquiring new research projects;
Other related tasks as required.

You are enrolled as a student for the full duration of the internship, and about to complete a Master in economics, international relations, political/social sciences, or equivalent. A particular focus on sustainability, climate change, renewable energy, ecological/environmental economics, energy or equivalent would count as a plus;
You have a demonstrable interest in resources/circular economy, climate change and/or energy-related issues policy. You have conducted research assignments on one (or more) of these topics;
You have experience with data gathering and a good command of Excel. Knowledge of other statistical programmes is a plus;
You have an excellent command of English, both orally and in writing;
Experience in providing presentations and organising events will be considered as a plus.

You are able to work in a research team comprising junior and senior colleagues and work under the supervision of a CEPS researcher;
You enjoy teamwork and are open to giving and receiving feedback;
You are flexible, organised and respect deadlines.