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.
TMT Project Officer
The Centre on Regulation in Europe (CERRE) is seeking a Project Officer to join its tech, media, and telecom (TMT) practice. The team is looking for a talented, ambitious, assertive and results-oriented young professional eager to join a Brussels-based independent think tank and play a key part in its ongoing expansion. This role provides an opportunity to deepen your knowledge in these fields and further develop your skills and understanding of the European digital and tech sectors.
Your responsibilities
Planning and coordinating the delivery of multiple research projects in the TMT sector:
- Support or lead on the delivery of research activities from proposal to publication
- Define, keep track of project roadmaps to ensure timely delivery
- Plan, prepare and run coordination meetings and conference calls
- Facilitate engagement of members and external stakeholders
- Ensure the quality of research reports, proof-reading/editing reports
- Organise and prepare internal meetings with members of the CERRE secretariat and the academic team
- Keep abreast of relevant policy developments at the EU and member states levels
- Pursue contacts and opportunities to expand research activities including new areas of work, new academic colleagues to work with, etc.
Contributing to dissemination activities:
- Collaborate with the Communications team on the planning and execution of research project-related (and other types of) events
- Contribute to the drafting of newsletters, alerts, blogs, etc.
- Plan, prepare and attend meetings with EU policymakers & other stakeholders
Your profile
3-4 years of experience in (EU) project management/public affairs/research (preferably in TMT)
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent team player, ready to help others, solution-oriented
Ability to communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders: academics, industry representatives, European and national institutions and policymakers
Eager to expand knowledge and develop policy experience in new areas
Excellent command of written & spoken English (other languages always a plus)
Very organised, detail-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines efficiently
What we offer
- Permanent, full-time contract
Competitive package
Dynamic, multicultural environment
Opportunities for telework
Collaboration with leading academics and experts in the tech and digital sector
Contribute to bringing forward smarter regulation
The position is based in Brussels (Avenue Louise/Bois de la Cambre). Candidates should possess the right to work in Belgium/the EU and are ideally able to start as soon as possible.
To apply for this position, send your CV and a short cover letter to recruitment@cerre.eu with ‘TMT Project Officer [your name]’ in the subject line by 15 February 2025. Interviews of relevant candidates will, however, start before that date.
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.
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 30 January 2025.
Start date: ASAP
Communications Trainee – Focus on Graphic Design/Digital Media
The Centre on Regulation in Europe (CERRE) is a prestigious European think tank specialising in digital, energy, and telecommunications policies. We are seeking a talented and motivated Communications Trainee to join our team for a six-month paid traineeship.
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills in European communications and gain hands-on experience in technology, media, telecommunications, energy, and mobility policies in Europe. You will also develop essential project management skills in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Key responsibilities
As a Communications Trainee, you will support the communications team with various tasks, including:
- Assisting in the implementation of CERRE’s social media strategy: planning social media calendars, creating engaging visuals, writing compelling captions, producing videos, and monitoring social media performance across LinkedIn, YouTube, and Bluesky.
- Creating new high-quality digital assets such as short videos, animated graphs, infographics, and audiograms to increase engagement.
- Supporting website content management, ensuring content is up-to-date, and analysing website performance.
- Contributing to press outreach efforts, fostering strong press relationships with media contacts.
- Maintaining accurate records and databases, including contracts and correspondence.
Your profile
- A degree in Communications, with a focus on Graphic Design and/or Digital Media.
- Fluency in English (C1/C2).
- Strong proficiency in MS Office, graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe XD), WordPress, video editing tools, analytics and SEO tools, and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp).
- EU work permit.
- Tech-savvy with a keen eye for design and detail.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Proactive team player with a positive attitude.
What we offer
- A chance to rapidly develop essential skills and grow professionally.
- Performance evaluations to track your progress.
- Exposure to a diverse and multicultural work environment.
- A modern office location at Avenue Louise, near the beautiful Bois de la Cambre.
- A monthly allowance of €1,200.
How to apply
Are you excited to join our team and make a difference? If so, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation to recruitment@cerre.eu with the subject line “Communications Trainee / [Your Name]” by January 30, 2025.
Start date: ASAP