The Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies is looking for a European View Research and Editor Intern to assist the Editor-in-Chief and Assistant Editor-in-Chief of the European View, the Centre's policy journal. The internship is open to young graduates with an academic background in European affairs and related fields, and applications are considered on a rolling basis. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full call so you can see exactly what the role involves and how to apply.
What Is the European View?
The European View is the policy journal of the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies. It is an intellectual platform for politicians, opinion makers and academics that tackles contemporary themes of European politics, focusing on one specific theme in each issue. The journal contributes to the debate on the most important fields of European and international politics.
Who Will You Work With?
As the selected intern, you will assist the European View Editor-in-Chief and the Assistant Editor-in-Chief. You will also work with article authors and with Springer, the external publisher of the European View.
Editorial Tasks: From Invitation to Final Article
โ๏ธ Identifying article contributors and drafting invitations.
๐ Editing the articles.
๐ฌ Liaising and communicating with the article authors throughout the editing and proofreading process.
โฐ Ensuring the authors meet the agreed deadlines to submit their contributions.
Working With the Publisher and the Public
๐ Liaising and communicating with Springer, the external publisher of the European View.
๐ฃ Being proactive in communicating and promoting the European View to external audiences.
๐ค Preparing and managing the launch event(s) of new European View issues.
Beyond the Journal: Wider Centre Activities
The role also includes performing other tasks related to the general activities of the Centre:
๐ Research
๐ Publications
๐๏ธ Events
Who Can Apply?
The position is open to all young graduates who meet these requirements:
๐ An academic background in European affairs and related fields.
๐๏ธ A university degree.
๐ฃ๏ธ Fluency in English.
๐ป Full computer and internet literacy.
๐ช๐บ Good knowledge of European politics.
What Gives You an Edge?
The Martens Centre considers the following as assets:
๐ Additional educational qualifications.
๐ฌ Experience in policy research.
๐ Adequate knowledge of one or two more languages.
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Who Is the Wilfried Martens Centre?
The Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies is the official think tank of the European People's Party. Through its work, it aims to inspire ideas for action and shape responses to European challenges. During testing times for Europe, the Centre believes these challenges deserve the best intellectual efforts, which is why it aims to be a leading and innovative catalyst of centre-right ideas and thinking.
The Centre analyses and contributes to the debate on EU policy that is relevant for policymakers, experts and the broader European public. Working closely with national partners allows it to bring the European debate closer to those to whom it matters most: the people.
Leadership of the Centre
๐ค Mikulรกลก Dzurinda, Martens Centre President
๐ฅ Antonio Lรณpez-Istรบriz White, Martens Centre Secretary Treasurer
In the Secretary Treasurer's words, the numerous activities the Centre promotes are a wonderful environment to continue the discussion on the future of Europe.
The Centre's Goals
๐ก Put forward new ideas and provide a forum where they can be debated.
๐ Impact policy through concrete policy proposals.
๐๏ธ Shape European public opinion.
๐ค Be the key platform of cooperation for centre-right partners and experts.
The Centre in Numbers
๐ช 100+ events a year
๐๏ธ 500+ speakers and experts
๐ 50+ partners across Europe and beyond
Where the Martens Centre Comes From
The Centre was established in 2007. Although a young organisation, it shares the same spirit as the European founding fathers: like Konrad Adenauer, Robert Schuman or Alcide De Gasperi, it envisages Europe as the biggest, most ambitious democratic project and wants to make its contribution to it.
Through its work, the legacy of its founder lives on: Wilfried Martens, the European People's Party's long-standing President and former Prime Minister of Belgium, described by the Centre as a visionary, yet pragmatic and responsible pro-European, as well as a freedom champion.
Where the Martens Centre Is Going
As a political think tank, the Martens Centre is a full part of the European policy-making ecosystem. Its mission is to offer decision makers and opinion leaders assistance in formulating new and effective policy options. These are meant to help the European Union become:
๐ A strong global player
๐ค A reliable transatlantic ally
๐ณ๏ธ A better democracy promoter
The Centre aims to influence and impact policy for the benefit of the European citizen, and invites people to read its studies, take part in its events, participate in its campaigns, and discuss, share and even challenge its ideas.
How to Apply
๐ Prepare a detailed CV and a cover letter.
โ๏ธ Send them by email to the Martens Centre.
๐ท๏ธ In the email subject line, mention the exact name of the position as stated in the call: European View Research and Editor Internship.
๐ Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so applying early is in your interest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the European View Research and Editor Intern do?
The intern assists the Editor-in-Chief and Assistant Editor-in-Chief of the European View. Tasks include identifying contributors, drafting invitations, editing articles, following up with authors on deadlines, liaising with Springer and helping prepare launch events for new issues.
Who is eligible for this internship?
The position is open to all young graduates with an academic background in European affairs and related fields who hold a university degree. Fluent English, full computer and internet literacy and good knowledge of European politics are required.
Do I need to speak languages other than English?
Fluency in English is the requirement. Adequate knowledge of one or two more languages is considered an asset, not a must.
Is policy research experience required?
No. Experience in policy research is listed as an asset, together with additional educational qualifications and extra languages.
Will I only work on the journal?
Most of the role focuses on the European View, but the intern also performs other tasks related to the general activities of the Centre, including research, publications and events.
Who publishes the European View?
The European View is published externally by Springer. Liaising and communicating with Springer is one of the intern's tasks.
What should I write in the email subject line?
Mention the exact name of the position applied for, as stated in the call for applications: European View Research and Editor Internship. Attach a detailed CV and a cover letter.
Is there a fixed deadline?
No fixed deadline is given. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so it is best to apply as soon as possible.
Deadline
โณ As soon as possible!
Links
๐ง Application email: jobs@martenscentre.eu
๐ Vacancy page: https://www.martenscentre.eu/vacancies/european-view-research-and-editor-internship/
