Who are we?

Make.org is an independent European civic tech organisation that contributes to increasingly participatory democracies - for the positive transformation of our societies. You can find out more about us here. Our teams build digital solutions to engage citizens and stakeholders on a massive scale in decision making processes. We are engaging in debates and discussions on participatory democracy online in Europe and globally. Our offices are based in Paris, Berlin and Brussels.

We are looking for a Brussels-based intern, with a background in European studies, public policy, economics or other social science fields and an interest or experience in our work. The intern will work closely with the public affairs team and be strongly involved in our engagement campaign in order to mobilise young people ahead of  the European elections 2024.

This will involve in particular:

• Network and partnership management (incl. NGOs, public partners & foundations);
• Support the organisation and implementation of events;
• Support the implementation of the overall campaign strategy;
• Support the general project implementation, organisation and management;
• Contribute to the project development of future potential opportunities;
• Reporting back from relevant conferences and events, such as informal meetings.

Key qualifications for the position:

• Master’s degree or higher in European studies, public policy, economics or other relevant discipline;
• Background and experience in European public policy; project management, communication, knowledge of the EU frameworks;
• A sincere interest in participatory democracy, citizen engagement;
• Well-organised, practical-minded and able to prioritise a busy and varied workload;
• Excellent skills of English (written and spoken), as well as a solid knowledge of French (written and spoken). Further EU languages are strongly desirable;
• Strong computer / internet skills (basic knowledge of relevant programmes / software).

What you will find at Make.org:

• A start-up environment in the EU public affairs sector;
• English and French as a main working languages;
• A very supportive, and collaborative, informal working environment;
• Flat hierarchies and a strong sense of responsibility and ownership;
• An engaging, multicultural atmosphere;
• A stimulating working environment;
• A great level of flexibility between working from the office and from home.

The paid internship contract is envisioned for a 6 month period. Throughout the whole internship, the candidate must be enrolled in a University.

Make.org would like to fill this position as soon as possible.

Deadline for applications is 18 April 2023. Please send your application letter & CV to ap@make.org by putting “Internship Brussels (NAME) (SURNAME)” in the subject line (e.g. “Internship Brussels HENDRIK NAHR”).