(Subject to University learning/internship agreement) – 2026-2027

Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) unites leading national motoring organisations from 146 countries worldwide and serves as the governing body for world motor sport. The FIA Region I office, based in Brussels, is a consumer body comprising 102 Mobility Clubs representing over 41 million members across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Learn more: www.fiaregion1.com

Location: Brussels

Duration: 6 months, full-time (mandatory learning/internship agreement* provided by the university)

Start date: ideally 23 November 2026

Deadline for applications: 25 October 2026

*The internship agreement must be signed by the student, the FIA, and the sending university.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Policy Intern will support the FIA Region I policy team on affordability, digitalisation, safety, and sustainability issues.

Under the supervision of the Policy Team, the intern will:

• Conduct research and draft web content on a wide range of issues
• Contribute to FIA Region I’s weekly policy newsletter
• Monitor EU hearings, legislative activities, and technical briefings, and report findings to staff (verbally and in writing)
• Assist in monitoring policy and legislative reports
• Support the organisation of internal meetings and policy events (outreach, logistics, follow-up)
• Identify, track, and report on relevant policy and technical developments
• Help update and maintain internal websites and policy-monitoring tools
• Provide policy-related administrative support as needed
• Attend events and meetings and report to the team

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Master’s student in progress, ideally in transport/mobility policy, automotive/technical studies, European/public policy/ European law, or a related field (other fields considered if supported by relevant skills/experience)
• Strong interest in consumer protection and transport and mobility issues, and motivation to communicate relevant insights to members, policymakers, and stakeholders
• First internship/ research experience on these topics is an advantage
• Excellent research and English writing skills (concise, clear and accurate)
• Detail-oriented and organised
• Self-starter, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks in parallel
• Open to feedback, with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Currently enrolled at a European higher education institution and able to provide a valid learning/internship agreement
• Eligible to work legally in Belgium

WHAT WE OFFER

• A full-time in-person internship (Monday-Friday, 9:00-18:00)
• Practical experience in European policy and advocacy within a membership-based international organisation
• Exposure to EU research projects and policymaking processes
• A monthly stipend of EUR 800 as partial support for living expenses in Brussels

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take a short test, followed by an interview in the next stage.