Careers
Our think tank’s most important asset is our people. We value our extraordinary, inspiring, diverse and unique resources. We recruit people from a wide variety of professions and backgrounds, at different stages of their careers.
In addition to applications for advertised positions, CERRE welcomes spontaneous expressions of interest from academic researchers. For more information, please contact us at info@cerre.eu.
Mobility Intern
CERRE is looking for a skilled and motivated intern for its Mobility practice. This is an up to six-month paid internship .
This position provides an opportunity to apply your knowledge in this field and to have a hands-on experience in the European energy, mobility and sustainability (EMS) sectors.
Your responsibilities
The Mobility intern will work on:
- Establishing a mapping of mobility-related stakeholders in academia, politics and industry
- Analysing research opportunities and identify potential study consortia;
- Following the political debate and priorities for the next EU term in the field of mobility and network industries;
- Providing support to the delivery of multiple research projects in the EMS practice:
- Organising and preparing project meetings & conference calls
- Facilitating engagement of members & external stakeholder
- Contributing to dissemination activities
- Working with the Communications team on the organisation of research project-related (and other types of) events
- Contributing to the drafting of newsletters, alerts, etc.
- Arranging meetings with EU policymakers & other stakeholders
Your profile
- First exposure to relevant content, such as the future of rail, the European mobility data space
- Very organised, detail-oriented, delivers fast against deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously
- Excellent team player, solution-oriented
- Excellent command of written & spoken English (other languages always a plus)
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft suite
- Ability to communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders
- Basic understanding of EU policymaking
What we offer
- Performance evaluation;
- Opportunity to rapidly learn and acquire skills in high demand;
- Modern office located Avenue Louise near the Bois de la Cambre;
- Exposure to multicultural environment;
- A monthly allowance.
How to apply
Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, and help make a difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and a short cover/motivation letter to Recruitment@cerre.eu with ‘Mobility intern / [candidate’s name]’ in the subject line by 19 September 2024.
Start date: ASAP
Event Management Intern
CERRE is looking for a skilled and motivated intern. This is a paid internship which would last until the beginning of 2025 and could be extended.
This traineeship provides an opportunity to broaden your knowledge and have hands-on experience in European communication, technology | media | telecommunications (TMT), energy and mobility policies in Europe, as well as project management skills.
Your responsibilities
The intern will assist the Event Manager with the following tasks:
- Assist in the overall planning and organisation of events, considering details such as venue selection, catering and transportation
- Coordinate logistics to ensure all necessary resources and materials are available for the event
- Act as a liaison between the Event Manager and various stakeholders, including members and colleagues
- Maintain detailed records and databases of event contracts and correspondence
- Create and update timelines, checklists, and other relevant documents to keep the planning process organised
- Assist the Event Manager ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event
- Manage on-site logistics, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with staff and contractors to address any challenges
- Welcome guests and handle any inquiries and concerns
- Keep track of expenses, invoices, and receipts related to the event
- Work with the Event Manager to find solutions to challenges that may arise during the planning or execution phases
Your profile
- EU work permit
- Fluency in English (C1/C2)
- Tech-savvy: knowledge of event management tools
- Degree in communications, public relations, marketing or related subjects
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent office software skills (MS Office)
- Ability to work under deadline pressures, multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Team spirit
What we offer
- Performance evaluation
- Opportunity to rapidly learn and acquire skills in high demand
- Modern office located Avenue Louise near the Bois de la Cambre
- Exposure to multicultural environment
- A generous monthly allowance
How to apply
Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, and help make a difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and a short cover/motivation letter to Recruitment@cerre.eu with ‘Event management trainee / [candidate’s name]’ in the subject line by 15 September 2024.
Start date: 01/10/2024 at the latest
Communications Intern
This internship is open to final-year communications students and recent graduates. It would last a minimum of four months.
As an intern at CERRE, you will join a dynamic and friendly team and will gain experience to build your career in communications.
Your responsibilities
The intern will assist the communications team with the following tasks:
- Help implementing CERRE social media strategy: contributing to the planning of the social media calendar, creating visuals and writing texts, monitoring social media analysis
- Contribute the development of press relations
- Assist in the overall planning and organisation of events, considering details such as venue selection, catering and transportation
- Maintain detailed records and databases of contracts and correspondence
Your profile
- Degree in communications or be in your final year of training
- Fluency in English (C1/C2)
- EU work permit
- Tech-savvy
- Excellent office software skills (MS Office)
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under deadline pressures, multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Team spirit
What we offer
- Opportunity to rapidly learn and acquire skills in high demand
- Performance evaluation
- Exposure to multicultural environment
- Modern office located Avenue Louise near the Bois de la Cambre
- A monthly allowance
How to apply
Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, and help make a difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and a short cover/motivation letter to Recruitment@cerre.eu with ‘Communications Intern / [candidate’s name]’ in the subject line by 30 September 2024.
Start date: 15/10/2024 at the latest
