Job Purpose
The purpose of the internship is two-fold: 1) provide support for event organization, administration, and social media communication of the Paris office and 2) assist in a research project on the challenges of decarbonization, climate action and competitiveness in France and Europe.
Main Responsibilities
- Event and Advocacy Support: Assist with the organization and logistics of events and outreach activities for the Paris office, including tracking RSVPs, booking accommodations and transportation, and managing event-related communications.
- Social Media and CRM Management: Contribute to managing the program’s social media presence, assist with maintaining the CRM system, and support the network engagement and communication efforts.
- Research Project Support: Assist with research on French and European geopolitical debates on climate, decarbonization, and competitiveness in France, draft research papers and prepare research briefings.
- Translation and Administrative Support: Provide general office support, including processing orders for supplies, handling logistics for staff events (e.g., retreats, parties), and assisting with day-to-day administrative tasks.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Paris coordination team as well as Communications and Advocacy departments and provide flexible support for a variety of tasks, ensuring smooth operations and assisting with urgent needs as they arise.
Person Specification
- Current university student (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. A Convention de stage with your university is required.
- Strong academic background in political science with a focus on international relations, EU foreign policy, or economics.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and French.
Skills and Abilities
- Organizational Skills: Well-organized, with the ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain attention to detail.
- Proactivity and Flexibility: Proactive, self-motivated, and flexible, able to work both independently and as part of a multinational team.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, with ease in drafting invitations, engaging in social interactions, and presenting ideas. Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and able to adapt communication styles accordingly.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experienced in using tools like CRM systems and WordPress.
- Reliability and Quality Focus: Detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work with a positive attitude.
- Teamwork and Management: Capable of managing tasks efficiently, prioritizing and multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with strong interpersonal and social skills that contribute to team success.
What we offer
- Stipend according to local laws and regulations (around 609 euros per month)
- Flexible and hybrid working mode
- Lunch Voucher
- Generous leave policy
- An exciting environment in an innovative, pan-European think-tank
- An open and appreciative culture within the organization
- High level of personal responsibility.
- Committed multicultural and diverse colleagues from across Europe
- A modern workplace in the heart of Paris
- Practical experience in a dynamic, multinational environment.
To Apply and Next steps
If this is of interest, we look forward to receiving your application!
Please use the apply button to submit your cover letter and CV (max. 2 pg. and pdf format)
Application Deadline: 24th July 2025
Candidates must be eligible to work in France and should be available from September 2025 - February 2026
We aim to keep you posted with the status of your application, but due to high volume of applicants, we are unable to communicate with all applicants individually. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider you have not been pre-selected.
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About us
The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is an award-winning international think-tank that aims to conduct cutting-edge independent research on European foreign and security policy and to provide a safe meeting space for decision-makers, activists and influencers to share ideas. We build coalitions for change at the European level and promote informed debate about Europe’s role in the world.
In 2007, ECFR’s founders set about creating a pan-European institution that could combine establishment credibility with intellectual insurgency. Today, ECFR remains uniquely placed to continue providing a pan-European perspective on some of the biggest strategic challenges and choices Europeans need to confront, with a network of offices in seven European capitals, over 90 staff from more than 25 different countries and a team of associated researchers in the EU 27 member states. For more information check our website: ecfr.eu