Position Code: BERBS32
Organisation Description:
We are a dynamic consultancy specializing in commercial diplomacy, internationalization, and strategic training. We empower private sector, non-profit, and governmental organizations to navigate complex global relationships, including B2B, B2G, and G2B engagements. Our Training Academy equips professionals with essential skills in negotiations, cross-cultural communication, and global market outreach. Additionally, we lead impactful initiatives like the Future of Education Consortium and the Future of Migration Project to address pressing global challenges.
Role: Business-to-Government Relations Intern
Internship Description:
The successful Business to Government Relations Intern will provide support to our experienced team across a range of important tasks and projects, which may include:
- Contributing to international development initiatives, thereby gaining exposure to impactful global projects.
- Monitoring policy developments to ensure our clientele remains well-informed and strategically positioned.
- Tracking press coverage to analyse public discourse and identify pertinent trends.
- Assisting in the monitoring of tender opportunities to support organisational growth.
- Conducting detailed policy research to underpin our advisory services and client strategies.
- Contributing to the creation of blog content to disseminate our expertise and insights.
- Providing support in client account management, fostering effective professional relationships.
- Undertaking market research to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic planning processes.
- Preparing accurate and timely meeting documentation.
- Assisting in the organisation of professional seminars and events.
- Providing essential office administration support to ensure efficient operational functionality.
N.B. tasks and projects may vary depending on current priorities. Specific projects and responsibilities will be discussed during an interview.
Requirements:
Essential:
- Demonstrated proficiency in the English language, both in oral and written communication.
- Competent utilisation of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- A confident and articulate communicator.
- Well-developed research acumen.
- A collaborative and effective team member.
- Effective time management skills and the capacity to prioritise tasks judiciously.
- A demonstrable interest in the fields of communications, public and government affairs, and political processes.
Desirable:
- Some familiarity with the education sector.
- Proficiency in German, Italian, and French is highly advantageous, although other languages are also valued.
- Prior experience in public/government affairs or lobbying, acquired within a Member of Parliament’s office, a political party, an agency, or an in-house setting.
- An understanding of European political systems.
