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

At the GIZ Representation Brussels our primary role is to observe and assess the EU and Brussels-based international development landscape and to coherently represent GIZ within this sphere. By hosting events and delegation visits and enabling networking through dialogue we connect the EU to GIZ and vice versa. Moreover, it is our task to promote good cooperation between the various GIZ projects and units represented in Brussels. We support them with HR, accounting and administrative services and thus ensure administrative coherence within GIZ in Brussels. 

We are looking for 2 interns that bring the necessary background as described below to join our team for a period of 6 months. A shorter internship period is not possible.

We offer an exciting internship in a friendly, dynamic environment. Our team spirit significantly contributes to our success. If you are a communicative and outgoing individual who can work and organise independently, approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and demonstrate constant enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply.

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 international partnership stakeholders in Brussels, as well as their priorities and instruments.

Your tasks during your internship:

• Support the observation and analysis of activities of European Institutions; in particular the European Commission, the European Parliament and the European External Action Service 
• 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 conceptualisation as well as logistical aspects
• Participation in and reporting on events
• Accompany GIZ colleagues visiting Brussels based stakeholders
• Preparation and moderation of our team meetings
• Research tasks for the staff and the Director of the Representation
• Providing support to the administration team

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 European Studies, or a comparable degree programme
• Fluent in spoken and written German and English, knowledge of French is an advantage
• Solid understanding of the functioning of the European institutions
• Basic knowledge of development and international cooperation issues in the European context
• First practical experience in European institution 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.
Candidates must also hold a Belgian work permit, which in case of non-EU nationality 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. If you are flexible in terms of time, please apply for only one of the positions and simply mention this in your letter of motivation.
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).