About Metal Packaging Europe

Metal Packaging Europe (https://metalpackagingeurope.org) is a Brussels-based industry association, which brings together manufacturers, suppliers and national associations, to promote the benefits of rigid metal packaging at European level.

About the role

We are offering a full-time paid EU Advocacy and Communications internship for a period up to 6 months starting on 15 February 2025. You would support the European Affairs and Communications teams.

Your tasks:

• Support the European Affairs team with monitoring of relevant EU policies, research and drafting background material on EU policy and activities.
• Support the Communication Manager with drafting materials for communication activities (e.g., social media, website, newsletter, press releases, etc). 
• Participate at external meetings and events and draft notes.
• Prepare and draft minutes of internal meetings.
• Support the organization of MPE events and other activities of MPE secretariat.

Profile:

The ideal candidate

• has a relevant degree, such as Communications, Political Science, European Affairs or equivalent.
• has knowledge of European policymaking and experiences in legal research.
• is a strong writer and editor and able to prepare reports and news.
• is experienced with digital and social campaigns and tools.
• is attentive to detail, autonomous, efficient, with high level of flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team.
• is fluent in both written and spoken English – any additional EU language is an asset.
• has pro-active ‘hands-on’ approach to work to manage several simultaneous tasks.
• has Excellent knowledge of MS Office.

How to apply

Please send your CV (2 pages max.) and a short cover letter (1 page max.) to info@mpe-eu.com

The deadline for application is 20^th January 2025. Interviews will start immediately afterwards.