Internship - 'Research & Follow-up on European Affairs'

Objectives of the placement:

Follow-up of the agenda (seminars, courses, conferences, etc) of the EU Presidency in light of the new Treaty of Lisbon.

To develop contacts and strategies between the IJJO and the EU Presidency authorities.

Search for EU partners on justice affairs to establish collaboration and coordination.

Follow-up of the institutional relations between the IJJO and the UN Economic and Social Council, the Council of Europe, the European Council, the European Commission, the European Parliament and the European Economic and Social Committee, etc.

Professional training.

Profile:

Minimum study level: university degree.

Specialization: International Relations, Political Sciences, Law.

A good level of written and spoken English. French and/or Spanish would be a plus.

The knowledge of other languages is a plus.

Good use of IT.

Able to work independently as well as being part of a team.

Experience and / or knowledge in the work of international organisations / NGOs and advocacy.

Good knowledge of European and international institutions.

Internship term:

Maximum 6 months minimum 3 months (Flexible period according to the student's availability).

No financial remuneration is offered by the IJJO (Please check the European ERASMUS and Leonardo Programme opportunities with your university).

Venue:

Brussels (Belgium)

If you are interested, please send your CV (with photograph attached) and a motivation letter to:internship@oijj.org

REF:EU PRESIDENCY