Brussels

Public Affairs Trainee (Dutch-speaking)

We are Publyon

We are strategic advisors in Public Affairs, dedicated to empowering organisations in preparing for the future, especially in the following sectors: sustainability, digitalisation, transport & energy.  

Publyon supports front runners who want to leave a meaningful legacy and share our values. We partner with our clients, connect with stakeholders and share our expertise to build bridges between policymakers and organisations to ensure a sustainable future.  

Making organisations future-proof while societal complexity grows is a tough job. We can only succeed when we do it together, dare to lead and have fun on the go!  

We are looking for a highly motivated trainee to support our team.

As a Public Affairs trainee you are responsible for:

• Preparing background notes, briefings, reports, and policy-related articles;
• Assisting consultants in conducting research, analysis and monitoring activities for their clients;
• Assisting consultants in the development and execution of Public Affairs and communication strategies;
• Assisting and learning to influence political decision-making through the development and execution of Public Affairs strategies.

Who are you?

• Graduated before September 2025 from a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as European studies, Political Science, Communications or other relevant education;
• Previous internship experience within the European Institutions and/or Public Affairs is an asset;
• Excellent spoken and written English and Dutch (Native-speaker level or equivalent).
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) as well as basic knowledge of social media;
• Proactive and dynamic person with excellent communication and personal skills;
• Flexible work attitude, hands-on mentality, able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Sound interest in policies related to digital and tech, transport, energy and sustainability at European level.

What we offer

• A dynamic and growing environment where personal development and growth are encouraged;
• An international team of Public Affairs professionals who work hard, but also love to share fun moments together.

Terms and conditions

• The post will be available starting from September 2025;
• Duration: 6 months;
• The traineeship is remunerated under the conditions of the ‘Convention d’immersion professionnelle / Beroepsinlevingsstage’

Application procedure

To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter (in English) explaining why you would be the right candidate for this position to Els Brands at e.brands@publyon.com.

Applications should be sent as soon as possible and no later than 10 August 2025 with ‘Application Public Affairs Trainee’ as subject line.

The interviews will take place from 18 until 20 August. 

The Hague

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