Internship (m/f/d) in GIZ’s EU Division

Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in 120 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you've come to the right place.

Our Offer

For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting sustainable development worldwide in partnership with organisations in around 120 countries. We are currently looking for three proactive and committed interns to join the EU Division and Representation Brussels – GIZ's central interface with the European Union. You will contribute to the work of all three teams within the EU Division: Policy & Partnership Management, Key Account Management, and Administration & Events. This will give you broad insights into GIZ's cooperation with the European Union, including policy dialogue, stakeholder engagement, co-financing arrangements, knowledge management, and event organisation. Throughout the internship, your mix of tasks may evolve in line with your interests, strengths, and operational needs.

Your tasks

During your internship you have the following tasks:

• Develop your understanding of EU decision-making processes by supporting monitoring and analyzing developments within the European institutions, particularly the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the European External Action Service (EEAS).
• Strengthen your analytical and networking skills by supporting monitoring relevant events, participating in selected meetings and events, and preparing concise reports and briefings for colleagues.
• Refine your audience-focused communication skills by supporting contributing to our bi-weekly newsletter, the GIZ Brussels LinkedIn page, policy briefs, background papers, analyses and reports on topics relevant to GIZ and EU development cooperation.
• Enhance your analytical and presentation skills by supporting reviewing information on EU international cooperation and translating complex content into impactful presentations that support decision-making within GIZ.
• Gain practical insights into the contractual and procedural aspects of cooperation with the European Union, including the management of collaborations involving multiple implementing organizations.
• Build expertise in knowledge management and capacity development by supporting the preparation and delivery of training and exchange formats for GIZ colleagues on cooperation with the European Union.
• Develop your coordination and event management skills by supporting contributing to the organization and implementation of events, including logistics, participant management and on-site support.
• Gain insights into the organisational processes that underpin effective international cooperation by supporting office management and reception activities within the division.

Your Profile

• Advanced studies (at least fifth semester) or recent graduation in international relations, development cooperation, political science, European studies, law, economics, social sciences, or a comparable field.
• Good understanding of EU institutions, policy processes and/or international partnerships, and a strong interest in international cooperation and the European Union, demonstrated through academic, professional, volunteer, or extracurricular engagement.
• Experience in independently managing tasks and delivering results in academic, professional, volunteer, or student-led contexts.
• strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to structure, summarize, and present complex information clearly.
• Very good command of English (minimum C1) and German (minimum C1); additional EU languages (especially FR and ES) are an asset.
• Confidence in working collaboratively in diverse teams while also taking ownership of individual responsibilities.
• Advanced digital literacy and strong command of Microsoft 365 applications, including advanced skills in Excel (e.g. formulas, sorting, filtering, pivot tables, and data visualisation), Outlook and PowerPoint, and confident use of Teams and SharePoint for collaboration and document management.
• Curiosity, initiative and a hands-on approach to tackling new challenges in a dynamic international environment.

Throughout the selection process, including the written assessment and interview, we will assess the competencies and experiences described in your application. We therefore encourage you to provide