Call for applications: Development Interns
Deadline for Application: Sunday 04 January 2026, 23:59 CET
Expected starting date: 01 March 2026, candidates residing abroad may telework for a limited period to facilitate their relocation.
Type of contract: 6-month CIP (Belgian internship, remunerated), full-time, Brussels-based.
Interviews will be conducted between the week of 26 January and the week of 9 February.
Bruegel is recruiting two interns for a 6-month period in the Development Team (in charge of raising funds and nurturing strategic partnerships for Bruegel).
Bruegel offers an interesting and challenging period of learning and working experience in a major Brussels-based think tank, with the opportunity to gain specific knowledge on fundraising strategies related to Economic Policy and European Affairs.
Bruegel is a European think tank working in the field of international economics. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. Its mission is to improve the quality of economic policy with open and fact-based research, analysis and debate. We are committed to impartiality, openness and excellence. Bruegel’s membership includes EU Member State governments, international corporations and institutions. For more information about Bruegel, please consult: www.bruegel.org
MAIN TASKS
- Conduct desk research on companies, foundations, individuals and other relevant audiences.
- Enter and maintain contact information in Bruegel databases (Airtable and SalesForce platforms).
- Research/analysis on philanthropy and other think tanks activities/best practices.
- Schedule and prepare external meetings, including the drafting of relevant background information.
- Provide support in preparing communication materials.
- Support the preparation of applications of externally funded projects as well as implementation of awarded projects.
- Provide occasional support in the logistics of Bruegel events.
- Prepare and present weekly digests of recent Bruegel publications.
- General administrative support.
BACKGROUND AND COMPETENCES
- Academic background in economics, business administration, marketing, political science, social sciences or equivalent.
- Interest in economic policy, business organisation and development and knowledge of European affairs.
- Previous experience in fundraising, in other think tanks and foundations is welcome.
- Previous experience in project management is a plus.
- Strategic thinking and critical assessment of new opportunities as well as spirit of initiative/proactiveness is an important part of the work.
- Able to research, collate, analyse and summarise key information.
- Drafting and editing skills for texts targeting external audiences.
- Capacity to work with people from different social and cultural backgrounds.
- Excellent written and oral skills in English, knowledge of another language is an asset.
- Computer literate (Office package), willingness to explore new functionalities in customer relationship management application and other working platforms.
- Applicants should be self-motivated, well organised, and capable of multitasking and working efficiently and autonomously under the supervision of senior members of the Development Team.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To apply, please submit your application to recruitment@bruegel.org with the subject line: “Development internship 2026_Applicant’s name”. Your application must be submitted by Sunday 04 January 2026, 23:59 CET.
The email must contain a CV and a cover letter, in one single PDF document (merged).
Applications with missing documents and/or that do not meet the above-mentioned requirements will NOT be considered.
Because of the high number of applications we usually receive we are unfortunately unable to reply to all applicants. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within a few weeks.
Bruegel is committed to ensuring equal opportunities and treatment for all by providing that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origins, gender, marital status, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, disability or chronic illness.