Intern, EU Tech Policy

Trilligent is a global strategic advisory, public affairs, and policy communications firm, and a sister company to APCO Worldwide. We bring deep expertise in the tech sector, combining the agility of a boutique with the global reach of an established agency.

At Trilligent Brussels, we specialize in tech policy advocacy, legislative analysis, stakeholder engagement, and policy communications. Our primary areas of expertise include AI, IP, standards, data, cybersecurity, sustainability, online safety, semiconductors, supply chain and global trade issues, as well as geopolitical risk advisory. 

Internship summary:

The intern is expected to start as soon as possible, latest early March 2026, for a period of 6 months and will be involved in both Public Affairs and communications work and support the consultants on assigned projects one or more of Trilligent diverse client practices while also conducting broad research and intelligence assignments for the general purpose of the Brussels office. Specific responsibilities may include policy research and analysis, monitoring and reporting, EU fund/project tender tracking, event organization, stakeholder mapping and meeting coordination, media and social media content development and other ad-hoc tasks.

This is a full-time position based in Brussels, Belgium. Applicants must have a valid work-permit / visa for Belgium. 

The intern is expected to demonstrate:

• A good understanding of the EU policymaking process and knowledge of key EU tech policy topics is required.

• A good understanding of EU funding and project tenders, particularly in the field of tech, research and innovation, is welcome.

• Demonstrated interest in EU tech policy issues, and the tech sector in general.

• Be fluent in English and have good written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a can-do attitude and demonstrated curiosity to acquire new skills and knowledge.

• The intern reports to assigned project staff member and/or the team coordinators.

Internship objectives: 

• Expand and apply the current knowledge of European and global institutions in a real-time work environment, and develop expertise in EU tech policy issues, as well as EU funding and project opportunities.

• Familiarize with the logistics and functions of consultancy, specifically regarding public affairs.

• Experience first-hand how the policies of the EU and other institutions affect various stakeholders worldwide.

• Develop relations with colleagues and other stakeholders of the Public Affairs sector and participate to meetings (internal and external), conferences and debates to develop his/her professional network.

The following are specific duties performed daily:

• Support consultants on ongoing projects for international clients with tasks including but not limited to: 

  • Monitor media, institutional calendar, regulation, legislation updates, EU funding and project tenders

  • Provide support to client work and new business opportunities

  • Draft client materials, policy analyses and reports, as well as media and social media content

  • Conduct research and produce mailings. 

• Conduct industry and/or client research

• Conduct audits and mappings

• Provide support to media relations activities (e.g., producing media lists etc.);

• Support event organization (e.g., invitation, logistics etc.);

• General admin support tasks (e.g., update databases, translations)

Careers at Trilligent

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, Trilligent is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.