Duration: 6–12 months
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Contract Type: Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP) under Belgian Law
Start Date: November 2026

About Shell

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with operations in more than 70 countries. Shell has an important role to play in the evolving energy system. We provide the oil and gas people need today and we are helping to build the energy system of the future, with low-carbon energy products and solutions. Shell’s strategy is to deliver more value with less emissions.

Where you fit in

Shell’s EU Affairs Office is based in Brussels and is part of the global Corporate Relations function which supports Shell’s strategy and societal licence license to operate through policy engagement, stakeholder relations, and advocacy.

The role

Shell’s EU Affairs Office is seeking a motivated trainee interested in pursuing a career in European public affairs with a focus on energy policies. The successful candidate will monitor and analyse policy developments, prepare briefings and reports, and contribute to stakeholder engagement activities. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with a diverse international team of EU affairs practitioners with extensive experience in European energy, industrial and climate policies.  

Key responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and policy developments of the EU Institutions as well as the activities and positions of trade associations, NGOs, and think tanks.
• Draft policy briefings, reports, meeting notes, and background papers.
• Conduct research on topics related to energy/climate/ transport/industrial competitiveness policies.
• Track relevant political, regulatory and stakeholder developments across traditional and social media.
• Attend and report on policy conferences, stakeholder events, and public meetings of EU Institutions.
• Support the preparation of meetings with policymakers and external stakeholders.
• Participate at meetings, workshops, and events hosted/organised by the Shell EU Affairs Office.
• Contribute to internal reporting, presentations, and knowledge-sharing activities.

What you bring

• University degree in European Studies, Political Science, Public Affairs, Law, Economics, International Relations, Energy or Climate Policy, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong command of English (written and spoken) and at least another EU official language.
• Good understanding of the EU policymaking process and institutional landscape.
• Strong analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• Interest in energy/climate/ transport/industrial policy issues.
• Excellent drafting and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under deadlines.
• A proactive and positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Accordance with Shell core values of honesty, integrity, and respect.

What we offer

• First-hand exposure to EU policymaking and advocacy.
• A dynamic and international working environment in the heart of Brussels’ EU quarter.
• Practical experience in policy research, monitoring, and public affairs.
• Mentoring from experienced public affairs professionals.
• Active participation into some of Europe’s most important policy debates on competitiveness, energy security, and decarbonisation.
• Access to trainings and courses on topics related to the energy system.