Internship - Research & Innovation / Quantitative researcher

IntroductionTechnopolis is offering a 5-6 months paid internship at our Brussels OfficeAbout this jobWe seek to appoint an enthusiastic intern to join the Research & Innovation and Quanti team. The successful candidate is expected to gain first-hand insights of a range of policy areas, including R&D platforms, open science policy, innovation ecosystems, technology and research infrastructures.The intern will be introduced to various methods and types of works, including evaluation studies and impact assessments, design of monitoring frameworks (including scoreboards) and market analysis.Technopolis Group is leading a broad range of projects for the European Commission and the successful candidate will contribute to projects for DG RTD, DG EAC, DG GROW and respective executive agencies. English at a working proficiency level is a requirement.Your profileRecently completed a Master’s degree or currently a student in the final year of a Master’s programme, preferably in economics, mathematics, or applied statistics;Strong skills in data treatment & analysis and coding (e.g. Python, R, NLP methods etc) Acquainted with qualitative research methods (e.g. literature review, desk research, interviews, case studies, surveys); Proficiency in Excel, Word and Power Point; Interest in the  developments in European Commission policies, in particular in science, technology and innovation; Excellent communication skills in English;Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Willingness to learn about new topics and methods, and gain new skills.The following will be considered as a plus:Proficiency in other languages;Use of specific software (e.g. PowerBI, Atlas.ti etc.).Your responsibilitiesContribute to ongoing projects, including tasks like:Support for quantitative data collection and analysis;Support in econometric modelling;Support in developing and implementing surveys;Conduct desk research on a specific topic;  Conduct interviews with various stakeholders (industry, agencies, public sector, etc.);Support of drafting case studies; Support in drafting analytical summaries;Contribute to the organisation of workshops and working groups, both online and on-site.Our offerThe successful candidate will work as a paid intern in our Brussels office. The role provides the opportunity to gain experience in working with European service contract studies and develop analytical skills in our different core businesses, within a team of like-minded professionalsPaid internship Monthly Belgian phone subscription  Monthly transportation card allowance  Training and mentoring possibilities Working in an international company with 12 offices and more than 290 colleaguesInterested? Apply directly Applicants should have the EU citizenship or a valid work permit to apply.Please apply directly on our Technopolis Website.About usAt Technopolis Group, we began our journey as pioneers in the evaluation of science, technology and innovation policies. While evaluation remains a cornerstone of our identity, we’ve evolved into a trusted partner for evidence-based decision-making across a wide spectrum of policy areas.Today, our multidisciplinary experts offer strategic advice, forward-looking foresight, and robust project and network management, even in the most complex contexts. We combine cutting-edge data analytics with a deep understanding of policy to deliver insights that are both rigorous and actionable. From assessing policy effectiveness to measuring impact and communicating results to diverse audiences, we ensure clarity, relevance and reach.We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we collaborate closely with our clients to design tailored approaches that truly meet their needs.Our work spans the globe and the governance spectrum, partnering with international institutions such as the European Commission and multilateral development banks, as well as with national, regional and local authorities. We also support universities, research centres, business networks, clusters, and incubators, helping them navigate complexity and drive impact.