EU DisinfoLab is looking for Policy and Advocacy Interns for 2027 to support its work tracking and responding to EU policy developments related to the fight against disinformation. The internship is on-site in Brussels, Belgium, lasts a minimum of 3 months and is open only to students currently enrolled in an academic curriculum. It is unpaid, and applications are sent by email with a CV and cover letter. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full call and explain every requirement below.
Internship Overview
🗓️ Timing: 2027
📍 Location: Brussels (on-site only)
⏱️ Duration: minimum 3 months
👤 Supervision: the Senior Policy Expert of EU DisinfoLab
Why This Internship Matters
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in European policy-making while contributing to one of the most pressing challenges for democracy and information integrity today.
The internship is based in Brussels and is not available remotely. The selected candidates work under the direct supervision of the Senior Policy Expert, who has over 20 years of experience in European institutions and public affairs.
Core Tasks and Skills
🇪🇺 Monitor EU initiatives related to disinformation, democracy and digital regulation.
🧠 Analyse policies and proposals to understand their impact on information integrity.
⚖️ Track key developments in legislation.
🗒️ Support internal strategy with summaries, briefings and contributions to team planning.
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Additional Missions
✍️ Drafting, editing and proofreading the newsletter and other publications.
🎤 Contributing to the organisation of events and webinars.
🤝 Supporting EU DisinfoLab's EU project work.
🔎 Assisting with research efforts on disinformation and information manipulation.
This variety of tasks ensures a well-rounded experience that prepares interns for future careers in the field.
What You Will Learn
📡 How to monitor and interpret EU policy developments related to disinformation and digital regulation.
📑 Skills in analysing legislative proposals and assessing their potential impact.
⏳ Experience in tracking policy timelines and identifying key milestones.
💡 How to summarise complex policy documents into clear, actionable insights.
🧭 An understanding of how advocacy and strategy are shaped within a policy-focused organisation.
Internship Requirements
Applications need to fulfil all of the requirements below.
🎓 Eligibility: only interns who are currently enrolled in an academic curriculum are accepted, so that the internship is an integral part of their educational development.
📜 University agreement: a signed internship convention with the student and their academic advisor is mandatory for all interns.
📆 Duration: the internship must be a minimum of 3 months.
💶 Compensation: as per Belgian law, EU DisinfoLab will not provide compensation for the internship.
🏢 Location: interns are required to be present at the Brussels office at least three days a week. Remote internships are not an option.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter by email, using the subject line “Policy internship application – [Firstname Lastname]”. In your application, please also include:
🗓️ Your potential start and end dates for the internship.
🏫 Information about your academic curriculum.
☎️ An administrative point of contact at your university.
What Happens After You Apply
EU DisinfoLab typically receives a high number of applications and cannot respond to each one individually. If you have not heard back within a month, it likely means they are moving forward with other candidates this time, and you are encouraged to apply again for future opportunities.
By joining as an intern, you contribute to the mission of combating disinformation and gain essential skills and insights for your future career, in an organisation committed to providing an enriching experience that prepares interns for the challenges of the professional world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the EU DisinfoLab policy internship paid?
No. As per Belgian law, EU DisinfoLab does not provide compensation for the internship.
Can I do the internship remotely?
No. The internship is based in Brussels and is not available remotely. Interns must be at the Brussels office at least three days a week.
Can recent graduates apply?
No. Only interns who are currently enrolled in an academic curriculum are accepted, and a signed internship convention with the student and their academic advisor is mandatory.
How long does the internship last?
The internship must last a minimum of 3 months. The internships are offered for 2027.
What subject line should I use in my application email?
Use “Policy internship application – [Firstname Lastname]” and attach your CV and cover letter.
Who will supervise me?
Interns work under the direct supervision of EU DisinfoLab's Senior Policy Expert, who has over 20 years of experience in European institutions and public affairs.
How will I know if my application was not selected?
EU DisinfoLab cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not heard back within a month, it likely means they are moving forward with other candidates.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
