🇳🇱 Internship in the Netherlands 🏛️ EU Policy-Making at the European Institute of Public Administration 📘

Do you want to understand how the EU really makes policy and gain hands-on experience in the field? The European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) is looking for an intern to join its EU policy-making team in Maastricht.

About EIPA

The European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) was created in 1981 on the occasion of the first European Council held in Maastricht and is supported by the EU Member States and the European Commission. Its core mission is to provide a mix of deep insights and practical knowledge about EU policies to all professionals related to EU public affairs, with the key objective of further improving their skills and capabilities for the effective management of policies. In addition to the Maastricht-based headquarters, EIPA has a centre in Luxembourg, the European Centre for Judges and Lawyers (ECJL).

The Position

Understanding how the EU works and how to participate effectively in its policies has become increasingly important, and increasingly challenging, for European public officials. Administrations today operate in a multilevel setting involving many different actors and a multiplicity of EU decision-making processes that shape most aspects of Europeans' lives, so public officials and stakeholders need to master a growing range of new tools and approaches used in policy-making. The EU policy-making team is looking for an intern interested in applying the knowledge and skills acquired during their studies and gaining practical experience in this field.

What You'll Do

🔎 Provide research assistance for the development of training materials, including the collection and processing of primary data.

📊 Conduct research and analysis and prepare presentations and draft publications in EU policy making and public administration.

🤝 Assist project leaders in identifying and establishing connections with external speakers and trainers.

🏆 Contribute to the implementation of the European Public Sector Award (EPSA).

Who Can Apply

🎓 Enrolled in, or having recently completed, a Master's programme in European Studies, Political Science/Public Administration, EU Law or a closely related discipline.

🏛️ A thorough understanding of EU institutions and policy processes, with strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.

✍️ Good writing skills and experience in drafting texts, and language and communication skills in English (C1/C2-native language).

💡 A proactive and constructive approach to challenges. Familiarity with EU primary sources such as data repositories of EU institutions is desirable and considered an asset.

The Details

📍 Location: Maastricht, Netherlands.

🗓️ The initial duration of the contract will be 6 months, with the possibility of prolongation. The intern is expected to start on 1 September 2026 or an earlier agreed date.

🔒 By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes by EIPA in accordance with the GDPR; your data is used solely to assess your suitability and is not shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and a motivational letter (maximum one page) as a PDF in English via the apply button. Your application will be forwarded to the relevant staff member(s), who will consider the possibilities for cooperation.