About this Program
MPI Europe is seeking superlative candidates for two full-time, in-person internships in Brussels beginning in September offering a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and practical research and programmatic experience working with experts in a wide range of policy areas, including EU migration and asylum systems, labor migration, and immigrant integration. The internships, which will last six months, also offer the opportunity to collaborate directly with policy analysts and senior management. The successful candidates will be involved in the organization of events, which can help enrich their professional networks. Only candidates who are work authorized in Belgium will be considered. Applications are due by close of business July 1.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field. May be currently enrolled in a master's or PhD program but should be available full-time throughout the internship
- Demonstrated interest in the field of migration, asylum, or integration
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (English is used by staff)
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to multitask.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in languages other than English
- Ability to work with Microsoft Access
- Experience with quantitative, qualitative, or policy research
Duties
- Providing support to the MPI Europe team, including senior management
- Contributing to overall research efforts
- Writing paper drafts and preparing literature summaries
- Assisting in publications dissemination
- Providing administrative support on events
- Attending and summarizing relevant public and private events
- Undertaking administrative tasks, including assistance to senior management
Details and Conditions
- The five-day work schedule represents 38 hours per week, in office. There is the potential for telework twice a week, after two months. The internship location: Rue de la Loi, 155 – 1040 – Etterbeek.
- The successful candidate will be offered a “convencion d’immersion professionnelle” (or “beroepsinlevingsovereenkomst”), which foresees a payment of 1310,15 euros per month. Lunch vouchers of 8 euros per work day that can be used in grocery stores and most restaurants will be offered. Relocation expenses are not covered.
- MPI Europe is not able to support with visa applications or work permits. Only applicants eligible to work in Belgium will be considered.
MPI Europe is committed to recruiting and supporting interns who reflect the breadth of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives in the countries where it works. As such, the Institute is committed to making sure that interns and staff members of all backgrounds work in an inclusive environment with equity and access for all. Candidates are selected based on their skills, without regard for their age, gender, origin, beliefs, disability, or nationality.
