EuroTech Universities Alliance is looking for an EU R&I Policy Trainee

We are looking for an enthusiastic EU R&I Policy Trainee to join our Brussels office for a 6-month paid internship, starting in January 2027.

As a EuroTech EU Policy Trainee, you will work closely with our Brussels team and gain hands-on experience in European research and innovation, from monitoring EU policy developments and contributing to policy briefings and stakeholder engagement, to supporting joint initiatives connecting leading technical universities across research, education, innovation and entrepreneurship. You will also gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and their policy implications, while discovering how European university alliances work together to shape policy, foster scientific collaboration and strengthen Europe's innovation ecosystems.

The deadline for application is on 25 November 2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

About the EU R&I Policy Trainee role

Tasks

• Monitor European and international developments in research, innovation, and education policy in areas of strategic relevance to EuroTech.
• Support the organisation, preparation and delivery of meetings for selected Working Groups, strategic Research and Technology Areas (RTAs), and consortia.
• Attend external events and workshops on behalf of EuroTech and prepare briefing materials and background notes to support the participation of Alliance speakers.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies, roadmaps and stakeholder mappings led by the Brussels office.
• Contribute to the EuroTech's strategic communications by drafting content for the website, social media, articles for the newsletter, and press releases.
• Assist in the organisation of events and workshops hosted by the Alliance.

Required profile

• A master's degree in a relevant field
• An interest in EU research & innovation and education policy, with specific interest in science and technology fields
• Previous experience in a similar role or eagerness to build on relevant academic or professional exposure is considered an advantage
• Good interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset, with the ability to engage effectively with others and work as an integral part of a team
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills with willingness to learn and grow in a stimulating environment
• Flexibility, good organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a problem-solving approach
• Proficiency in IT tools, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); familiarity with WordPress and e-mail marketing systems like Mailchimp is an asset
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Legal entitlement to work in the European Union

Our offer

• A dynamic, stimulating and international work environment in an engaged and multicultural team
• Ample opportunities for learning and professional development, including network building in Brussels
• A paid internship based in Brussels for 6 months, under a Belgian CIP contract (Convention d'Immersion Professionnelle)
• A range of additional benefits, including lunch vouchers and reimbursement of public transport

The role can include occasional travels in Europe.

Application process

Applications should include:

• a CV without photo; and
• a cover letter outlining your motivation to join our team.

Please submit your application as one PDF file by 25 November 2026 to Sophie Viscido, Secretary General, EuroTech Universities Alliance, at recruitment@eurotech-universities.eu, with the subject line: EU R&I policy Trainee Application.

The first round of interviews is expected to take place online on a rolling basis in the last two weeks of November. A second round of interviews for shortlisted candidates is planned for early December in Brussels. The successful candidate is expected to join our team as soon as possible in January – the exact starting date can be discussed.

About the EuroTech Universities Alliance

The EuroTech Universities Alliance is a strategic partnership of leading European universities of science and technology, established in 2011. Guided by its Strategy 2030, the Alliance brings together scientists and experts from its member universities to advance collaboration in research, innovation, infrastructure and education. It aims to contribute to a tech-driven, sustainable and resilient Europe. EuroTech's activities focus on fostering synergies across the Alliance, contributing to knowledge-based policymaking, and strengthening European ecosystems along value chains, across borders, and between sectors.

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