- Centre for Democracy and Technology
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Internship/Traineeship
EU Advocacy Intern
- Centre for Democracy and Technology
Brussels, Belgium
Internship/Traineeship
Published:
Application Deadline: April 23, 2025
- Centre for Democracy and Technology
Brussels, Belgium
Internship/Traineeship
Published:
Application Deadline: April 23, 2025
CDT Europe is offering an Advocacy Internship position in its office based in Brussels. The role is offered under the Belgian “Convention d’immersion Professionnelle” framework, providing a unique opportunity to obtain job experience in the area of EU tech policy and law, human rights and democracy. The position is offered for a period of 6 months with the possibility for renewal.
ABOUT CDT EUROPE:
The Centre for Democracy and Technology, based in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, is a leading technology policy organisation that fights to put democracy and human rights at the centre of the digital revolution. As a 30-year old nonpartisan nonprofit organisation, we work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on equity and justice. At CDT Europe, we work closely on key legislation in the European Union which regulates the online space, how people interact with it and how it impacts their rights. Through our expertise and technical knowledge, as well as our familiarity with the EU institutions and other relevant bodies, we work to come up with practical solutions to help shape a digital world which respects fundamental rights. We form broad coalitions with civil society which aim to raise the voices of those most likely to be impacted by the tech policy we work on, taking an inclusive approach.
CDT’s mission to bring together thought leaders to build consensus and to find innovative and practical solutions to the policy challenges surrounding the Internet is founded in our values of amplifying voices, and protecting and promoting human rights. We value diversity and experience, and continually work to embed our commitment to equity, participation and an intersectional approach to our advocacy. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented, historically marginalised groups.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Advocacy Intern will primarily support the Deputy Director for Online Expression & Civic Space Programme in achieving CDT Europe’s advocacy objectives in key EU policies related to content moderation, freedom of expression, platform accountability, and the protection of democracy and civic space online. The Advocacy intern will concretely contribute to advocacy related to the Digital Services Act and related files in the European Democracy Shield.
TASKS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have an existing permit to work and live in Belgium and the European Union.
COMPENSATION:
This is a paid position for a minimum period of 6 months, with the possibility of renewal, with a salary of up to EUR 1200/month depending on the candidate’s situation under the “Convention d’immersion Professionnelle” framework. Additional benefits include meal vouchers and transportation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter explaining your interest in interning at CDT, and your current resume to hr@cdt.org.
All selected applicants will be interviewed online, during which time we may ask interviewees to submit references or a writing sample.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 23 April 2025.
The Centre for Democracy & Technology is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual or gender orientation, religion, or disability.
ABOUT CDT EUROPE:
The Centre for Democracy and Technology, based in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, is a leading technology policy organisation that fights to put democracy and human rights at the centre of the digital revolution. As a 30-year old nonpartisan nonprofit organisation, we work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on equity and justice. At CDT Europe, we work closely on key legislation in the European Union which regulates the online space, how people interact with it and how it impacts their rights. Through our expertise and technical knowledge, as well as our familiarity with the EU institutions and other relevant bodies, we work to come up with practical solutions to help shape a digital world which respects fundamental rights. We form broad coalitions with civil society which aim to raise the voices of those most likely to be impacted by the tech policy we work on, taking an inclusive approach.
CDT’s mission to bring together thought leaders to build consensus and to find innovative and practical solutions to the policy challenges surrounding the Internet is founded in our values of amplifying voices, and protecting and promoting human rights. We value diversity and experience, and continually work to embed our commitment to equity, participation and an intersectional approach to our advocacy. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented, historically marginalised groups.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Advocacy Intern will primarily support the Deputy Director for Online Expression & Civic Space Programme in achieving CDT Europe’s advocacy objectives in key EU policies related to content moderation, freedom of expression, platform accountability, and the protection of democracy and civic space online. The Advocacy intern will concretely contribute to advocacy related to the Digital Services Act and related files in the European Democracy Shield.
TASKS:
- Supporting the Deputy Director for Online Expression & Civic Space Programme in the preparation and follow-up of advocacy meetings (briefings, analyses, dissemination of materials);
- Monitoring relevant EU policy developments and providing support for the development of research;
- Support internal advocacy coordination, by sharing materials with relevant colleagues and following up on the approvals process, and helping to keep internal planning documents up to date;
- Support the upkeep of stakeholder contact lists;
- Providing logistic support in the preparation and participation of external events and working group meetings;
- Taking minutes of internal meetings, working groups and coordination meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding of and interest in digital/internet technology policy and human rights;
- Interest in advocacy and EU policy processes;
- Familiarity with or experience of communicating policy positions to wider audiences;
- Excellent written and spoken English is essential; other European languages are an advantage;
- University degree or relevant experience in European Studies, International Relations, Economics, Law or Political Science;
- High level of creativity, energy and motivation;
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to cooperate with colleagues, both in Brussels and Washington, D.C.
Candidates must have an existing permit to work and live in Belgium and the European Union.
COMPENSATION:
This is a paid position for a minimum period of 6 months, with the possibility of renewal, with a salary of up to EUR 1200/month depending on the candidate’s situation under the “Convention d’immersion Professionnelle” framework. Additional benefits include meal vouchers and transportation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter explaining your interest in interning at CDT, and your current resume to hr@cdt.org.
All selected applicants will be interviewed online, during which time we may ask interviewees to submit references or a writing sample.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 23 April 2025.
The Centre for Democracy & Technology is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual or gender orientation, religion, or disability.
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