Intern (m/f/d) at the GIZ Representation Brussels

You will gain insights into the structures and working methods of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, as well as practical work experience in the direct environment of the European Union. You will develop your knowledge of EU development cooperation actors in Brussels, as well as their priorities and instruments. You will also gain an understanding of the different organisational units of GIZ in Brussels.

During your internship you will support the following tasks:

• Support the observation and analysis of the activities of the European institutions in particular European Commission departments, as well as the European Parliament and the EEAS
• Written contributions to our bi-weekly newsletter, policy briefs, background material, analysis, and reports on a multitude of subjects relevant to GIZ and EU development cooperation
• Support of the organisation and execution of events. This includes both the more strategic aspects such as framing, audience, outreach, but also every kind of logistical aspects necessary to the execution of the event
• Participation in and reporting on events. You will also be able to take part in delegations of GIZ colleagues who visit Brussels for outreach on their project or topic
• Preparation and moderation of our team meetings
• Research tasks for the staff and the Director of the Representation
• Providing support to the administration team if requested

Please note that we assess your profile throughout our selection process (written test and interview). We therefore encourage you to prepare accordingly.

• You are studying in the third semester or higher (or are no longer than 6 months exmatriculated prior to the start of the internship) in international relations, development cooperation, social/economic sciences, law, political science, or regional sciences (particularly European Studies); or a comparable degree programme
• Fluent in spoken and written German and English or native English speaker with good knowledge of German, knowledge of French is an advantage
• Solid understanding of the functioning of the European institutions, first practical experience in a European institution and basic knowledge of development and international cooperation issues in the European context is desirable

Please be informed that you are only allowed to apply for this internship if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago from the start of your internship.
We also welcome non-EU applicants provided that a work permit for Belgium is available. The work permit must be uploaded when applying. GIZ will neither cover costs nor apply for work permits for internships.
Please send us a letter of motivation, CV and certificates in English or German. Only complete applications will be considered.

We offer 2 internships with different starting times. Please specify in your cover letter your preference for the start date or if you are flexible.

Assignment periods:

06 January – 05 July 2025

01 February – 31 July 2025

We pay a monthly stipend of €1.350,- (gross).

Please note that the contract (Convention d’Immersion Professionelle) will be concluded under Belgian law.

GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disability, both in Germany and abroad. Applications from persons with disabilities are most welcome.
For further information, please contact Ms Linn Hilbert (linn.hilbert@giz.de) and Mr Stephan Daiber (stephan.daiber@giz.de)