Vesalius Internship Programme 2020 Catalogue

1 Index Regulations for VeCo Students

Regulations 3-4

Internship Procedures 5 For Degree-Seeking Students

Code of Conduct 6 • Degree-seeking students must have completed at least 90 ECTS

Dates and Deadlines 7-8 • They have a minimum GPA of 2.7

Student Report Guidelines 9 • They have attended the Internships and Career workshop

Internship Partners Index 10-11 • VeCo students are allowed to complete only one internship for credits during their Bachelor programme Internship Profiles 12 • VeCo students have to work a minimum of 150 hours at the internship partner and will earn 6 ECTS. During the Spring and Fall semesters, interns work at the internship partner for about 14 hours a week

• Double internships are not available for VeCo students

• Interns may not receive financial remuneration for the internship

• The internship will be related to the student’s major

• Students must check the internship catalogue for the semester during which they want to undertake the internship and choose up to three internship offers

• The resume and cover letters must each be 1-page long

• The internship application must be submitted online. BA Degree seeking students online application: https://goo.gl/forms/DToalaRmYdTtyv2f2 MA Degree seeking students online application: https://goo.gl/forms/e48nSnRQSoYrlds12

• Late applications will not be considered

• Students must indicate their cumulative GPA on the resume

• Students must be aware that due to the highly-competitive nature of the internship programme, there is no guarantee that they will be selected for the internships for which they have applied

• If selected for an interview, students must carefully prepare themselves for the interview

• Once students have started an internship, they may not withdraw from it except under extraordinary circumstances, and then only with the permission of the Internship Officer, Internship Advisor and the Vice-Dean for Education.

• Students must abide by the internship programme deadlines published on the Vesalius College website at www.vesalius.edu/academics/vesalius-internship-programme/info-for-students/deadlines/

2 3 Regulations for Study Abroad Students Internship Procedures

For Study Abroad Students •Students read the internship profiles and select the three internships that most interest them •Before applying, students must have obtained prior approval from their home university for transfer- ring the internship grade and credits back to their home university transcript •Complete the online application and upload all the documents required. Before completing this online form, please make sure that you have followed the information and files below ready: •For a single internship, students have to work a minimum of 150 hours at the internship partner and they will earn 6 ECTS (equivalent to 3 US credits), which means about 14 hours a week during the o Skype ID Spring or Fall semesters. For a double internship, students will have to work for 280 hours at the intern- o A resume ship partner, which is about 24 hours a week (12 ECTS – 6 US credits). o Three cover letters (each tailored to a desired position/job description) o A recommendation letter from a University Professor •Interns may not receive financial remuneration for the internship o A signed copy of the Internship Regulations and Code of Conduct. Find it on the following link: https://www.vesalius.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Int-Regulations-and-Code-of-Conduct.pdf •The internship will be related to the student’s major o A certificate of no criminal conviction (if required and indicated in the internship description) o The resume and cover letters must each be 1-page long. •Students must check the internship catalogue for the semester during which they want to undertake the *Please note: any documents (CV, cover letter, etc.) should be sent in the following format: internship and choose up to three offers LastName_FirstName_TitleOfDocument. Ex.: Sanders_Peter_CoverLetterforEmbassyOfHonduras

•Students must abide by the internship programme deadlines published on Vesalius College website at • If internship partners are interested in the profiles received, the internship team will arrange interviews www.vesalius.edu/academics/vesalius-internship-programme/info-for-students/deadlines/ between the candidates and the organizations/companies

•The resume and the cover letters must each be 1-page long and must be reviewed by the home univer- • The intern and the internship partner will agree together upon a work schedule sity prior to submission to Vesalius College • If an internship partner offers a candidate the internship, he/she should accept or decline the offer •The internship application must be submitted online. https://goo.gl/forms/DToalaRmYdTtyv2f2 within 24 hours If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] During the Internship •Late applications will not be considered • Students will be assigned an internship supervisor at the company and an internship advisor at the •Vesalius College will not accept failure of grade transfer as a valid excuse to withdraw from the intern- College (a Professor) ship programme • For the Spring and Fall internship, interns are expected to work for an average of 14 hours a week until •Students must indicate their cumulative GPA on the resume the completion of 150 hours

•Students must be aware that due to the highly competitive nature of the internship programme, there is • Interns must introduce themselves to their internship advisors via email and provide them with their no guarantee that they will be selected for the internships to which they have applied contact details in the first week

•If selected for interviews students must carefully prepare for the interview, most interviews will take • Interns must keep a log of hours worked, signed by the internship supervisor place via Skype • Half way through their internship, students must arrange a meeting with their internship advisor, and •Prior to their interviews, students must acquire and activate a SKYPE ID and add it on their internship complete a mid-term Self-Evaluation form application form • Interns must keep their internship advisor and Study Abroad Office aware of any problems or difficul- •Once students have started an internship, they may not withdraw from it except under extraordinary ties that arise during the internship. circumstances, and then only with permission of the Study Abroad and Internship Office. After the Internship

• Students must hand their log of hours worked to their internship advisor

• They must write a report (2000-2500 words) about their internship experience

• They will receive a letter-grade from their internship advisor 4 5 Code of Conduct Dates and Datelines Spring 2020

14 October 2019 Internship catalogue available online Students are expected to behave in a professional and ethical manner during the entirety of the application and selection process, as well as during the course of the semester-long internship. This includes, but is not 17 October 2019 Mandatory Careers Workshop for Vesalius College students applying to the limited to: Vesalius Internship Programme

During the application and selection process: 1 November 2019 Last day to apply online

• Students must reply to emails sent by the Internship & Careers Office of Vesalius College. 25 – 29 November 2019 Notification of interviews

• Students are strictly forbidden to directly contact the internship partners. All communication between 2 – 13 December 2019 Interviews; they will take place via Skype or in person the candidates and the internship partners must go through the Internship & Careers Office of Vesalius College. 27 January 2020 First day of internships: During 1st week of classes, if you are offered an internship, please check if you have registered to the internship course • Students must be on time for their Skype interviews. (INT381G) on the online registration form. If not, you will have to fill out a “Drop/Add” form to confirm you are taking the internship • If an internship partner offers a candidate an internship, the latter must accept or decline the offer in writing by sending an email to the Internship Coordinator within 24 hours. 2 March - 6 March 2020 Mid-term meeting with Internship Advisor

During the internship: 8 May 2020 Last day of internships

• Respect deadlines 11 May 2020 Submit final report no later than this date Summer 2020 • Be on time for work March Mandatory Career Workshop for Vesalius College students applying to the • Be polite and cooperative (date to be confirmed) Vesalius Internship Programme

• Be supportive and proactive 10 April 2020 Last day to apply online

• Turn in assignments on time 20 April – 8 May 2020 Notification of interviews

• Follow through on commitments 2 June 2020 First day of internships: During 1st week of classes, if you are offered an internship, please check if you have registered to the internship course • Do not conduct personal business during work hours (INT381G) on the online registration form. If not, you will have to fill out a “Drop/Add” form to confirm you are taking the internship • Dress code: maintain a neat appearance and dress appropriately 10 July 2020 Last day of internships • Seek to further your professional development by improving skills and acquiring new knowledge. Stu- dents should not be afraid to ask for additional work, or try to come up with some projects on their own 12 July 2020 Submit final report no later than this date

• Occasionally, students may encounter some problems or difficulties during their internship. We en- courage our students to tackle the problem from the beginning and not leave it until the end of the Fall 2020 internship. The Study Abroad Office and the Internship Advisors can provide students with guidance, but students should first try to solve the problem on their own. 5 June 2020 Last day to apply online

15 June – 10 July 2020 Notification of interviews

31 August 2020 First day of internships: During 1st week of classes, if you are offered an (date to be confirmed) internship, please check if you have registered to the internship course (INT381G) on the online registration form. If not, you will have to fill out a “Drop/Add” form to confirm you are taking the internship. 6 7 Dates and Datelines Student Report Guidelines

Fall 2020

5 – 9 October 2020 Mid-term meeting with Internship Advisor At the conclusion of the internship, interns have to write a report between 2000-2500 words. The grade will (dates to be confirmed) be based upon the daily log of hours, the internship supervisor’s evaluation, and the above mentioned report.

4 December 2020 Last day of internships The report should demonstrate academic rigour in content and style. It is a personal record of what interns (dates to be confirmed) learned and experienced during the internship. The report has to include:

6 December 2020 Submit final report no later than this date • A description of the organisation/company. Please note that a simple copy and paste from the organisation’s website will not be accepted

• A description of the projects and tasks carried out by the company department where the intern worked

• An evaluation of the work done by the intern and of how beneficial the intern’s work has been for the organisation

• A list of activities undertaken during the internship including: a) supervisor’s name, b) intern’s responsibilities, c) a detailed description of the intern’s main tasks and projects, specifying the assigned task as well as the area where the intern excelled and encountered challenges

• An analysis, supported by relevant examples (both positive and negative), of the experience had during the internship; i.e. what was it like to work there?

• An evaluation of the internship as a learning experience in terms of: a) pre-professional training, b) responsibilities, c) teamwork, and d) psychology of the workplace

The report has to be in line with Vesalius “house style”:

• Cover sheet with a centred title: Internship at (Internship Partner Name), and at the lower left of the page: your name, the internship code, your Internship Advisor’s name, and the semester and year (i.e. SPRING 2020) on four separate lines

• Standard 12-point font, double-spaced throughout, indentation of 5 spaces for new paragraphs, and pagination at upper right

• Attachments and annexes should be clearly labelled and their purpose explained

• If you are unsure about the Vesalius “house style,” please check with your internship advisor

The report is an academic document, and it has to be written in a clear style and in an academic tone. Students are expected to proofread the report for grammar, punctuation and spelling. Reports that are defi- cient in any of these areas will be returned for revision, please note that the grade for the internship could be impacted negatively by any delay in the submission of revised reports.

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Spring Summer Fall BUS COM IA LAW Pages Spring Summer Fall BUS COM IA LAW Pages VeCo - DIPPO X X X X X 12 The Commission for Educational Exchange between the United VeCo - International and European Law I X X X X 13 X X X X X 42 VeCo - International and European Law II X X X X 14 States of America, Belgium and VeCo - Internatioanal Affairs Department I X X X 15 Luxembourg (Fulbright) VeCo - International Affairs Department II X X X X 16 Gresham Belson Hotel - Front Office X X X X 43 VeCo - Global Communications Department X X X 17 Gresham Belson Hotel - Sales X X X X 44 VeCo Business and Economics Department X X 18 Gresham Belson Hotel - Accounting X X X X X 45 Belgian American Education Foundation ICom Insitute for Competitiveness X X X X X X 46 X X 19 Spring Profile Laffineur Law Firm X X X X X 47 Belgian American Education Foundation L’Osservatorio X X X X X X 48 X X 20 Ludwig von Mises Institute Europe Summer Profile X X X X X X 49-50 Belgian American Education Foundation (Leuven) X X 21 Fall Profile Make Mothers Matter EU Delegation X X X X X X 51-52 Caramel Publishing I X X X X X 22 Management Centre Europe I X X X X X 53 Caramel Publishing II X X X X X 23 Management Centre Europe II X X X X X 54 Clear Europe X X X X 24 Martin’s Hotels X X X X 55 Close the Gap X X X 25 New Europe I X X X X X 56 COGEN Europe X X X X X 26 New Europe II X X X X X 57 Co-Mana X X X X 27 Rolex X X X X 58 Cross-Border I X X X X 28 Schuman European Affairs X X 59-60 Cross-Border II X X X X X X X 29 Solar Solidarity X X X X X 61 Digital Leadership Institute Direct Selling E X X X X X X X 30 Solidbot X X X X 62 Direct Selling Europe X X X X 31 The Growth of a Game X X X X X 63 Embassy of Honduras X X X X X 32 The Skateroom X X X X X 64 Embassy of the Dominican Republicblic X X X X X X 33 Twipe Digital Publishing (Leuven) X X X X 65 European Citizen Action Service pu X X 34 WeBrussels ussels X X 66-67 EUCORD I - Communications X X X X 35-36 EU Observer X X X X X X 37 Important: New internship positions might be added; therefore, we recommend you to submit EUREGHA X X X X X X 38 your internship application towards the deadline. Euro Jobsites I - Marketing Research X X X X X X X 39 Euro Jobsites II - Legal Marketing X X X X 40 Europe For Business (Remote position) X X X X X 41

Important: New internship positions might be added; therefore, we recommend you to submit your internship application towards the deadline.

10 11 About us Spring / Summer /Fall Internship profile Spring / Fall

Dr. Nelson Dordelly-Rosales is the head of Department of International Our Intern will support our team with: and European Law, he holds an LL.D (Doctor of Law) from the University of Ottawa, Canada as well as LL.M (Master of Law) from the same Univer- • Business development and market analysis sity. In addition, Dr. Dordelly Rosales holds a Master degree in Education • Writing reports and presenting findings (M.Ed.) from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. He also received • Creating, monitoring and evaluating international programs his J.D (Juris Doctor) Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, Venezuela as • Creating and circulating marketing material well as his Bachelor Honours in Education from the same Latin American • Organising short summer and winter educational programs University. Prior to joining Vesalius College, Dr. Dordelly Rosales was a professor at the University of Ottawa in Canada, teaching different courses • Working on your own individual project Name Name including international law, environmental law, human rights, transitional VeCo - Department of Interna- VeCo - International and justice and sustainable development before taking up the post of director tional Programmes, Projects and Requirements and skills European Law Department with of the sustainable development and human rights as part of the master law Outreach Dr. Dordelly-Rosales programme at the University of Antwerp. Dr. Dordelly-Rosales’s research is Our Intern will support our team with the organization and evaluation focused on international human rights, international law and legal theory. Website Website of international programmes: He has several publications and is a regular contributor to The Hill Times www.vesalius.edu www.vesalius.edu in Canada and appears as a commentator in several TV news networks Mission • Background in Business and/or Communication or International Mission including CPAC and EURONews. To educate students in an open Affairs To educate students in an open and tolerant environment, within and tolerant environment, within Internship profile I • Strong interest in International Education a multi-disciplinary curriculum a multi-disciplinary curriculum • Enthusiastic team-worker and comfortable working independently designed without artificial barriers designed without artificial barriers The candidate will assist the head of the department on day-to-day activi- between disciplines, in order to • Creative mind with excellent analytical skills between disciplines, in order to ties of the law department. This includes assistance in the management of prepare them for academic, pro- prepare them for academic, pro- • Detail-oriented and reliable the department, assist on organization of events, social media and other fessional, and personal success. fessional, and personal success. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and important tasks. In addition, the candidate will assist and support the head Keywords professional communication Keywords of the Department on special projects that arise from time to time. Communication, Outreach, • Have a passion for photography. Some experience with Microsoft ap- European and International Law, Under Prof. Dordelly Rosales’s supervision you will complete the following Events, Management, Liasion, plications, video and/or photo-editing software (e.g., and Photoshop, Legal Research tasks: Research, InDesign) is a plus 1) Legal research on International and European Law. • Have a strong interest in outreach and some familiarity with social 2) Mapping Think Tanks, influential members of the European Parliament media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) and legal scholars 3) Mapping academic institutions and organizations By the end of the internship you will have learned to: 4) Assist on the organization of academic events 5) Assist on the development of the department’s strategy. • Support and implement International Programmes • Apply business development strategies Requirements and skills • Collect, analyse and present data • Develop marketing management skills The successful candidate should have the following requirements: • Organise events • Writing skills in English • Curiosity to learn more about international and European human rights • Knowledge of legal research • Team player capable of working alone • Computer Skills, especially social media related; the geekier the better :)

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Starting in January 2020, Dr. Carolin Liss is an Assistant Professor of Dr. Nelson Dordelly-Rosales is the head of Department of International and European Law, he holds an LL.D (Doctor of Law) from the University International Affairs at Vesalius College. She received her Ph.D. in of Ottawa, Canada as well as LL.M (Master of Law) from the same Univer- Political Science and Asian Studies from Murdoch University, Austra- sity. In addition, Dr. Dordelly Rosales holds a Master degree in Education lia. Previously, she worked at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt, (M.Ed.) from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. He also received his J.D (Juris Doctor) Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, Venezuela as Griffith University, and Murdoch University. Her research focuses on well as his Bachelor Honours in Education from the same Latin American piracy, transnational criminal activities, maritime security and the University. Prior to joining Vesalius College, Dr. Dordelly Rosales was a privatization of security. She is the author of Oceans of Crime: Mari- professor at the University of Ottawa in Canada, teaching different courses time Piracy and Transnational Security in Southeast Asia and Bangla- Name including international law, environmental law, human rights, transitional Name VeCo - International and justice and sustainable development before taking up the post of director VeCo desh (2011) and the co-editor of Regulating Private Maritime Security European Law Department with International Affairs Department of the sustainable development and human rights as part of the master law Providers (Ocean Development & International Law, 2015) and Piracy Dr. Dordelly-Rosales with Dr. Liss programme at the University of Antwerp. Dr. Dordelly-Rosales’s research is in Southeast Asia. Trends, Hot Spots and Responses (2017). Website focused on international human rights, international law and legal theory. Website www.vesalius.edu He has several publications and is a regular contributor to The Hill Times www.vesalius.edu in Canada and appears as a commentator in several TV news networks Internship profile I Mission including CPAC and EURONews. Mission To educate students in an open To educate students in an open The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: and tolerant environment, within Internship profile II and tolerant environment, within a multi-disciplinary curriculum a multi-disciplinary curriculum designed without artificial barriers designed without artificial barriers between disciplines, in order to The candidate will assist the head of the department on day-to-day activi- between disciplines, in order to Desk research on non-traditional security issues such as maritime pi- prepare them for academic, pro- ties of the law department. This includes assistance in the management of prepare them for academic, pro- racy, transnational crime, and the privatization of security. Reviewing fessional, and personal success. the department, assist on organization of events, social media and other fessional, and personal success. and analyzing the literature as well as relevant data. important tasks. In addition, the candidate will assist and support the head Keywords of the Department on special projects that arise from time to time. Keywords Assistant Professor, Law, Legal Research, International Affairs Under Prof. Dordelly Rosales’s supervision you will complete the following Research, Human Rights Requirements and skills tasks: 1) Conduct Legal research on International human rights 2) Conduct Legal research on legal theory The successful candidate should have the following skills: 3) Assist on the course content and design assignments 5) Assist on development academic materials, research papers, and other • Good writing skills in English. academic tasks. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc).

Requirements and skills • For some projects, Spanish or Arabic language skills are an advantage (but not required). The successful candidate should have the following requirements:

• Writing skills in English • Curiosity to learn more about international human rights, legal theory and legal skills. • Knowledge of legal research • Team player capable of working alone • Computer Skills, especially social media related; the geekier the better :)

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Tongfi Kim is an Assistant Professor of International Affairs at Vesalius Georgios Terzis is an Associate Professor and Senior Researcher at College and a Senior Researcher at the KF-VUB Korea Chair in Brus- Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB); Vesalius College & Institute for European Studies. He is the founding Chair of the Journalism Studies sels, Belgium. He specializes in military alliances and international Section of the European Communication Research and Education security of East Asia. He is the author of The Supply Side of Security: A Association. His research focuses on media and security governance, Market Theory of Military Alliances (2016, Stanford University Press). European media governance, public diplomacy, foreign correspon- He received his Ph.D. in Political Science from Ohio State University dence and the development of pan-European media. Name (2010) and has previously worked at Purdue University (USA), Griffith Name VeCo - Global Communications VeCo - International Affairs University (Australia), and Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (Ger- Internship profile Department with Dr. Kim Department with Dr. Terzis many). Website Website The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: www.vesalius.edu www.vesalius.edu Internship profile II Mission Mission • Desk research on the role of foreign correspondents on Cultural and To educate students in an open To educate students in an open The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: Science Diplomacy for the EU project EL-CSID: http://www.el-csid.eu and tolerant environment, within and tolerant environment, within • Desk research on the role of art in conflict resolution and related a multi-disciplinary curriculum a multi-disciplinary curriculum designed without artificial barriers dissemination activities of the REPAST project www.repast.eu designed without artificial barriers • Desk research on the version 4.0 of the Alliance Treaty Obligations between disciplines, in order to between disciplines, in order to prepare them for academic, pro- and Provisions (ATOP) dataset. Either statistical analysis or in-depth prepare them for academic, pro- Requirements and skills fessional, and personal success. analysis of individual alliance agreements. fessional, and personal success. • Desk research on current news about international security of East Keywords Keywords The successful candidate should meet the following requirements: Research, International Affairs Asia Research Internship and Communication • Written and spoken proficiency in English Requirements and skills • Basic knowledge of Social Science research methods • Able to design on-line surveys with Google Docs and possibly The successful candidate should have the following requirements: Survey Monkey • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point,

• Good writing skills in English. etc) • Basic knowledge of Social Science research methods. • Preferably familiarity with Stata or other statistical software. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc).

16 17 Internship profile Spring About us Spring Frank Billingsley is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Business The Belgian American Educational Foundation offers study and re- and Foundation Program at Vesalius College. search fellowships to Belgians to pursue their studies or post-doctoral research in the US and reciprocally to Americans to come for study or The Intern duties & responsibilities will consist of two major tasks: pursue research here at a Belgian University. In 2020 we will celebrate our centennial. For more information please visit the website: http:// www.baef.be. 1.) Desk research to benchmark VeCo’s Foundation Program to other international programs. The main areas of benchmarking will be Internship profile (Spring) Name course offerings, learning outcomes, length of program, and diversi- VeCo - Business and Entrepreneur- Name The Intern will work in close cooperation with Marie-Claude Hayoit, ship Department with fication of programs (language vs academic readiness). It is expected Belgian American Education the program manager and with the Executive Director Thomas Simon. Dr. Billingsley Foundation that a minimum of 25 programs are evaluated in detail (estimated Main Duties & Responsibilities will be: Website hours +/-50 hours). Website www.vesalius.edu www.BAEF.be 2.) Desk research on the women issues in higher education. The re- • Help with the digital communication of the Foundation by ameliorat- Mission search will be guided by points of salary, position, professorship level, Mission ing the BAEF website and social media in view of the centennial anni- To educate students in an open To promote exchange in high ed- versary of the Foundation and public opinion (estimated hours +/-100 hours). and tolerant environment, within ucation between Belgium and the • Attending and participating to info sessions at Belgian universities to a multi-disciplinary curriculum U.S.A. and vice versa. 3.) It is expected that each project be charted, and a research report promote the B.A.E.F. study and research Fellowships for the U.S. designed without artificial barriers between disciplines, in order to written at the completion of each project. Vision • Give advice on how to apply to US universities by phone or through prepare them for academic, profes- Empowering young talented stu- email sional, and personal success. dents and/or researchers. • Check the eligibility criteria of MBA applicants Requirements and skills • Follow-up the candidates’ application files, assemble their letters of Keywords Keywords reference and TOEFL or GMAT test results. Research Internship Study and research exchange, Bel- The successful candidate should meet the following requirements: gian and US top universities. Requirements and skills

• Written and spoken proficiency in English The successful candidate should have the following requirements: • Basic knowledge of Social Science research methods • Have an interest in the US and Belgian higher education systems • Internet research ability • Be fluent in English • Ability to work independently • Be familiar with regular computer programs such as Excel and Power- Point • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, • Be capable of updating website and social media etc.) • Be a person of confidence and on which you can count on

Notes

This internship will begin the week of February 3, 2020.

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The Belgian American Educational Foundation offers study and re- The Belgian American Educational Foundation offers study and research fellowships to Belgians to pursue their studies or post-doctoral search fellowships to Belgians to pursue their studies or post-doctoral research in the US and reciprocally to Americans to come for study or research in the US and reciprocally to Americans to come for study or pursue research here at a Belgian University. In 2020 we will celebrate pursue research here at a Belgian University. In 2020 we will celebrate our centennial. For more information please visit the website: http:// our centennial. For more information please visit the website: http:// www.baef.be. www.baef.be. Internship profile (Fall) Internship profile (Summer) Name Name The Intern will work in close cooperation with Marie-Claude Hayoit, Belgian American Education The Intern will work in close cooperation with Marie-Claude Hayoit, Belgian American Education the program manager and with the Executive Director Thomas Simon. Foundation the program manager and with the Executive Director Thomas Simon. Foundation And this summer 2020, the BAEF will officially celebrate its centennial Main Duties & Responsibilities will be: Website Website at Flagey. www.BAEF.be www.BAEF.be • Help with the digital communication of the Foundation by ameliorat- ing the BAEF website and social media in view of the centennial anni- Mission Main Duties & Responsibilities will be: Mission to promote exchange in high ed- to promote exchange in high ed- versary of the Foundation. ucation between Belgium and the ucation between Belgium and the • Attending and participating to info sessions at Belgian universities to U.S.A. and vice versa. • Helping with the digital communication of the Foundation by ame- U.S.A. and vice versa. promote the B.A.E.F. study and research Fellowships for the U.S. liorating the BAEF website and social media in view of the centennial • Give advice on how to apply to US universities by phone or through Vision anniversary of the Foundation. Vision email Empowering young talented stu- Empowering young talented stu- • Helping with the overall preparation of this Centennial event: • Check the eligibility criteria of graduate students and researchers dents and/or researchers. dents and/or researchers. o List of invitees and participants applicants Keywords o Final set up of the event ( videos, musicians etc) Keywords • Follow-up the candidates’ application files, assemble their letters of Study and research exchange, Bel- Study and research exchange, Bel- reference and TOEFL or GRE test results. gian and US top universities. gian and US top universities. Requirements and skills Requirements and skills

The successful candidate should have the following requirements: The successful candidate should have the following requirements:

• Have an interest in the US and Belgian higher education systems • Have an interest in the US and Belgian higher education systems • Be fluent in English • Be fluent in English • Be familiar with regular computer programs such as Excel and Power- • Be familiar with regular computer programs such as Excel and Power- Point Point • Be capable of updating website and social media • Be capable of updating website and social media • Be a person of confidence and on which you can count on • Be a person of confidence and on which you can count on

Notes Notes This internship will begin the week of August 31, 2020. This internship will begin the week of June 2, 2020.

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Editions Caramel is specialised in the creation, the realization and the Editions Caramel is specialised in the creation, the realization and the printing of children’s picture books, our books, accessible to all, target printing of children’s picture books, our books, accessible to all, target more specially children from 2 to 14 years old. These books are sold to more specially children from 2 to 14 years old. These books are sold to publishers, worldwide (Belgium is less than 5 % of our turnover). We are definitely in the world top 10 in this field. Editions Caramel is a publishers, worldwide (Belgium is less than 5 % of our turnover). We SME, with a staff of 7 people, helped by more than 50 freelancers. are definitely in the world top 10 in this field. Editions Caramel is a SME, with a staff of 7 people, helped by more than 50 freelancers. More information on what we do is available here: www.caramel.eu. Name Name Caramel Publishing Caramel Publishing Internship profile I Sales and Communication Assistant Internship profile II Business Assistant Website Website www.caramel.eu We are looking for dynamic people who take initiative, can assist the 2 www.caramel.eu managers (owners) and can help developing new ideas. We are looking for dynamic people who take initiative, can assist the 2 Mission Mission managers (owners) and can help developing new ideas. Caramel aims to engage the As a ‘Sales and communication assistant’ you will be responsible for Caramel aims to engage the children of the world to read, children of the world to read, developing B2B communication tools. learn and be creative while learn and be creative while As our assistant you will work in a small and dynamic team. You will The world is changing fast. Caramel needs to be quite proactive, having fun! having fun! have the opportunity to work on different stages of our product de- and move fast. It includes the way the company and the finances are velopment process: from the creation to selling the books worldwide, Keywords Keywords managed, looking for potential alliances with other partners, business Marketing, Business, Languages coming up with new ideas for clients, listening to our clients, getting Marketing, Business Development their feedback to feed the staff of the next directions to take. development as well as the day-to-day business in small companies Because the world has become so global, there are many opportunities where the intern will have the chance to do about everything the man- for you to make a difference and help us grow our business. agers are doing. A unique opportunity.

By the end of the internship you will have a firm understanding of the sales process, the editorial process and social media management. This Requirements and skills internship will require some creativity: our product is fun and original and our business is still continuously evolving, so there is a lot of room to take initiative. The successful candidate should have the following requirements:

Requirements and skills • You have strong people skills, a proactive attitude and are open

The successful candidate should have the following requirements: minded. • You have an interest in marketing and communication, or in busi- • You have strong people skills, a proactive attitude and are open ness development minded • You have an interest in marketing and communication, or in busi- • You can write fluently in English, Dutch and/or French is a plus ness development • You can write fluently in English, Dutch and/or French is a plus

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Clear Europe is a media and communication training company that Close the Gap is an ICT (information communication technology) also provides copywriting services and organises press trips. for development not-for-profit based in Brussels Belgium, active in more than 50 countries around the world bridging the digital divide. We are looking for an intern to help with communication and admin- Together with its sister organisation WorldLoop, we engage with social istrative tasks in our Brussels office. entrepreneurs, students, change agents and some of the world’s biggest Our ideal candidate is someone who is super-organised, passionate companies working to sustainably empower communities in develop- about clear communication and enthusiastic about promoting our ing countries through ICT. exciting young company. Internship profile Name Internship profile Name Clear Europe Close the Gap We offer a small and fast-paced work environment and seek talented (Preferably for a double intern- Your responsibilities are as follows: individuals who crave to learn new skills and aren’t afraid to tackle ship) • Helping to organise training sessions and liaising with coaches and Website big projects. As an intern, you will get to work with every level of our clients www.close-the-gap.org/ organisation, while working on real projects that will help us achieve Website • Posting on our Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram accounts our mission to sustainably bridge the digital divide. www.cleareurope.eu • Contributing to our newsletter and updating Mailchimp subscriber Mission lists Close the Gap is an international During the intership you will learn: Mission • Creating presentations, infographics and marketing content social enterprise that aims to Helping organisations communi- • Uploading content to the website bridge the digital divide by of- cate better. • Filming interviews and training sessions fering high-quality, pre-owned 1. Assist in managing the exciting “Digital for Development” program • Responding to requests for information computers donated by European 2. Manage the online community by registering new people and orga- Vision • Administrative tasks – preparing training material, bookkeeping, companies to educational, medical nizations To bring greater clarity to com- room set-up and social projects in developing 3. Update the online platform with “tech for development” related arti- munication. • Booking travel and accommodation for trainers and staff and emerging countries. cles, post events, and best practices on development projects in Africa and elsewhere who best use digital skills to create social impact Keywords Requirements and skills Keywords 4. Help coordinate and organize project events (such as networking Communication, Media, EU. ICT, Nonprofit, CRM. events, workshops, tech mission to Africa, etc) Your profile 5. Getting to know the main actors in development in Belgium (Gov- ernment, civil societies and private sector companies) • Native or near-native English • Other languages – particularly French – a plus • Strong technical skills – especially Adobe Creative Cloud, social me- Requirements and skills dia and WordPress • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Background in Commercial Engineering, Business, Marketing, Com- • Ability to work independently in a small company munication, non-profit management or other related disciplines. • Excellent organisational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines • Excellent writing skills in English are a must • Comfortable multi-tasking in a start-up environment • Creative self-starter who is comfortable with both multi-tasking and • Passionate about media, journalism and communication taking initiative. • You are also comfortable with working independently as well as in Additional skills collaboration team. • Detail-oriented. • Business, marketing, communication or admin experience. Book- • Interested in sustainability, partnerships, ICT for development and keeping skills a plus community development. • Ability to code, graphic design and video editing skills • Photography/camera and photo editing skills • Again, fluency in English required. French and/or Dutch a bonus • Interest in politics and knowledge of EU • Experience organising events or running communication campaigns

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COGEN Europe is Europe’s umbrella organization representing the Co-mana is a communications agency that provides creative and oper- interests of the cogeneration industry, users of the technology and pro- ational support for corporations and trade associations to achieve their moting its benefits in the EU and wider Europe. Cogeneration (Com- internal and external communication objectives. Our core areas of bined Heat and Power or CHP) optimizes consumer’s energy efficiency expertise are event management, graphic design and video production. by simultaneously generating both electricity and heat. Cogeneration The internship will take place within the video production depart- enables consumers to lower their CO_2 emissions and receive energy ment. savings ranging between 15-40% when compared to the separate production of electricity and heat with conventional power stations and This is genuinely an opportunity for a hands-on experience in strate- boilers. The association is backed by the key players in the industry in- gic communications, storytelling and project management. There are cluding utilities, ESCOs, equipment suppliers, consultancies, national both creative and managerial skills to be learned. An active interest in Name promotion organizations, financial and other service companies. Name video/photography and knowledge of Adobe Premiere/AFX is a plus. COGEN Europe The COGEN Europe network covers the wider Europe as well as Co-mana Japan, Australia and the United States of America. We currently rep- For more information, visit www.co-mana.com Website resent over 50 companies directly, and many more indirectly through Website www.cogeneurope.eu/ our 12 national cogeneration associations. Membership is open to any www.co-mana.com Internship profile organizations involved in cogeneration that wish to have a say in the Vision EU policy debate. Mission The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: The cogeneration sector is com- To help organisations achieve mitted to the creation of a resil- Internship profile their internal and external com- • Writing/Proofreading video scripts (in English) ient, decentralized and carbon COGEN Europe is looking for an intern to support its team with all munication objectives worldwide. • Proofreading other docs for other departments (in English) neutral European energy system the association’s activities. • Basic video editing is a plus (if intern has Adobe Premiere and/or by 2050 with cogeneration as its Vision AFX knowledge) backbone, empowering European This includes providing support in the following tasks: We believe that memorable events • Screening footage from conferences, video interviews for editing citizens and industry to generate • Coordinating the activities of the different COGEN Europe Mem- do more for your brand. • First introduction to client projects (follow-up on corrections) their own efficient, reliable and bers’ Working Groups (Greenhouse Gases, Energy Policy and Envi- • Managing the Vimeo channel (video portfolio) affordable clean heat and power ronmental Emissions etc.) Keywords • Casting for voiceover locally. • Monitoring policy files that include renewable energy, ETS, effort Events, video, graphics, interac- • Website and Community Management sharing, industrial emissions, competition policy, energy from waste tive, strategic communication, • Creative input Keywords etc. branding EU Public Affairs/Relations, Law, • Attending energy and environment conferences and meetings relat- Requirements and skills Marketing and Project Manage- ing to the integration of sustainable energy within the EU men. • Supporting the project team with the ongoing projects managed by The successful candidate should have the following skills: COGEN Europe (ene.field and PACE) • Drafting reports, newsletters, speaking points, briefing/background • Excellent writing skills in English (ability to proofread subtitles for notes and position papers instance) • Contributing to the planning and organization of external events • Positive attitude and willingness to learn • Highly-organized and accurate Requirements and skills • Able to switch between tasks and manage deadlines Main skills and requirements requested for the internship: • Strong research and analytical skills • Basic project management skills (follow-up on corrections to client • Study one of the following fields: environmental studies, political and projects) administrative studies, economics, law, European and/or international • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is compulsory relations • Familiarity with OS X • Good command of English, both orally and in writing, and in an- • Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and/or After Effects is a plus. other EU language • General knowledge and interest in EU decision-making process and more generally in subjects relating the European integration process • Reporting, writing and presentation skills are an asset • Ability to work and communicate in a multinational team and to prioritize tasks

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Cross-Border Commerce Europe is an innovative European platform for networks and knowledge gathering of all the actors of trade which Cross-Border Commerce Europe is an innovative European platform was recently launched at end of August 2018. for networks and knowledge gathering of all the actors of trade which was recently launched at end of August 2018. A start-up in full growth, founded by Carine Moitier, former director and founder of the Belgian association of electronic commerce, Be- Commerce. A start-up in full growth, founded by Carine Moitier, former director and founder of the Belgian association of electronic commerce, Be- Internship profile I Commerce. Name Cross-Border Commerce Europe offers this internship to explore dif- Name Cross-Border Commerce Europe ferent aspects of life in business in the start-up phase. Its primary focus Cross-Border Commerce Europe Internship profile II is the satisfaction of its members and partners (current customers) but Website also the recruitment of new companies. Website https://www.cbcommerce.eu/ https://www.cbcommerce.eu/ Cross-Border Commerce Europe offers this internship to explore dif- Social Media Management: Mission Mission ferent aspects of life in business in the start-up phase. Its primary focus “Cross-Border Commerce Eu- “Cross-Border Commerce Eu- Social Media: Twitter, LinkedIn, Flickr and Youtube. Build and grow is the satisfaction of its members and partners (current customers) but rope will foster your visibility and rope will foster your visibility and an online community with the help of an extensive network as well as network within the EU commerce network within the EU commerce also the recruitment of new companies. research tools, and the media and the “knowhow” of the team’s online community. You will leverage our community. You will leverage our conversation point of view. Finding witnesses and influencers is part of expertise, best practices, data min- expertise, best practices, data min- this establishing strategy. Data Analyst & Research: ing, facts & figures to reach out to ing, facts & figures to reach out to new European customers.” new European customers.” CRM: We already have a large community in our mail database and our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Launch of “Top 500 EU Retail”: We will prepare the launch of the Keywords Keywords Communication, Social Media, The community needs to be kept informed and contacted through the Communication, Social Media, “Top 500 EU Retail” ranking 500 EU Retail “, a major study mapping measurement of targeted campaigns. CRM. CRM. cross-border trade in Europe. For this, we take into account all Euro- Effective CRM management needs to be established. This must be pean retailers and examine their cross-border activities. This is based related to the strategy adopted on social media. on existing tools as well as only complex calculations developed inter- nally and which are constantly adjusted for optimal results. Content: We need to define what content of our knowledge center and our 2 Weekly newsletters will be published on various social media channels to generate more traffic on our website and to immediately Our website, cbcommerce.eu, like our organization, is still in full reach new members and prospective partners. Images, films and testi- monies generated during our first event, the C-Suite Dinner, will also swing development. From an analytical point of view, many things can be interesting content to attract new leads. still be explored here. A weekly dashboard must be set up to gather all the clues necessary for the optimization of a lead generation (new Analytical Dashboard: The creation of a weekly dashboard is required. It will focus on measuring the traffic of our website and related social members and new partners) cbcommerce.eu. media. It will also aim to highlight all the indices necessary for the optimization of the conversion on CBCommerce.eu.

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The Digital Leadership Institute is a recognised world leader in pro- Direct Selling Europe is a young and dynamic trade association which moting greater participation of girls and women in strategic, innovative ESTEAM (Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, represents famous direct selling companies in the areas of home acces- Arts and Mathematics) sectors, through four areas of activity: sories (Tupperware), jewellery and fashion (Victoria Benelux), cos- metics (Déesse, Jafra, Just), wines (WIV International), and appliances • Education and Skills Development • Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support (Vorwerk, AMC). Founded with the purpose of shaking up the estab- • Advocacy and Awareness Building lished lobbying in direct selling, our association is creative, involving • Research and Consultancy every level and all means that contribute to growth objectives in a fun and collective manner. Name The following are DLI led initiatives: AdaAwards.com / inQube/ Digi- Name Digital Leadership Institute talMuse.org/ CYPRO / Digital BrusELLES Direct Selling Europe (DSE) The intern working at DSE will work directly with the Managing Di- rector and the CEOs of these renowned companies. The MD is person- Website Internship profile Website ally responsible for developing and training the intern on all facets of www.dlii.org/ www.directsellingeurope.eu/ their tasks. The intern will undertake meaningful work and will be a The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: Mission Mission full part of DSE staff during their semester here. To promote inclusive digital trans- • Support in the organisation of events and workshops Direct Selling Europe (DSE) formation by increasing participa- distinguishes itself by exclusively • Assist in updating the initiatives’ websites and social media pages, by Internship profile tion of girls and women in ES- also monitoring the news on a regular basis on the ongoing thematic representing companies and as- TEAM (entrepreneurship, science, and collect information for the websites and the newsletters sociations that have a irreproach- technology, engineering, arts and • Assist in updating mailing list of sponsors and partners’ contacts able reputation and implement The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: mathematic) studies, careers and • Contact media and journalists to distribute communication material sustainable and ethical business leadership around the world. • Draft press releases, articles and news practices towards both consumers • Daily monitoring of DSE related news and policy developments • Support in preparing adequate communication materials and help and sales consultants alike. Keywords with a broad range of communication tasks supporting the work of the (consumer affairs, workers’ rights, taxation, etc) Women leadership, Marketing DLI staff Keywords • Update the website on a regular basis Entrepreneurship. Consumer affairs, workers rights, • Assisting in advocacy and fundraising • Support preparing legal/political assessment of legislative proposals • Assist in expanding institute’s value offering into other countries and EU Law, International Relations. markets through local partnerships • Assist in drafting position papers/press releases and produce research • Assist in daily activities of the institute on a wide range of complex legal/policy issues • Attend meetings and conferences in the sector • Attend and report on internal and external meetings (EU Commis- • Assist in researching and drafting new project proposals for the FP7 sion and EU Parliament mainly). Requirements and skills Requirements and skills The successful candidate should have the following requirements: The successful candidate should be: • Passion and interest in the DLI mission and initiatives • Academic degree in marketing, communication, finance or business management, international development (completed or in the process • An European Law, Political Science or International Relations major of completion), including law, and/or equivalent combination of edu- • Have a strong interest in the European Union cation and experience • Excellent command of English, oral and written; other languages are • An excellent command of English (native or equivalent) a plus (French and Dutch) • Have very good drafting skills • Reliability, results-driven approach, independence and commitment • Have ability to work in a team as well as autonomously. to our mission • Previous experience with duties described above a strong plus • Experience and knowledge of gender equality issues, fundraising and EI functioning 30 31 About us Spring / Summer / Fall About us Spring / Summer / Fall

Professional experience at the Embassy of Honduras to is an oppor- The Embassy of the Dominican Republic is a dual bilateral and multi- tunity to gain valuable practical experience in bilateral / multilateral relations and diplomatic context. The Embassy of Honduras is the dip- lateral representation. The Embassy of the Dominican Republic is the lomatic representation of Honduras for the Benelux, Nordic and Baltic diplomatic representation of the country to the Kingdom of Belgium, countries, the Republic of Kosovo, as well as the EU Institutions. It the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, the Republic may help you to fully develop your personal qualities. of Poland, and to the European Union. We also offer consular services Internship profile within out jurisdiction, giving a full scope of the work of a diplomatic mission. The Embassy of Honduras offers 3 well-developed internships in a mo- Name tivating and enjoyable environment. We are looking for 2 interns who Name Embassy of Honduras would work on the bilateral relations and 1 intern who would work on Embassy of the Dominican Re- Internship profile the multilateral relations. public Website The Embassy is looking for an intern to support the activities in the www.embassyofhonduras.eu/ Our staff members consider students as true colleagues. The student Website joins a team where he/she has different responsibilities and he / she www.dominicanembassy.be different areas of work of the Embassy. The selected student will rotate Keywords will develop organizational skills (drafting and handling communi- within the internal departments in order to gain experience in all Diplomacy, Central America, EU. cations and classification of documentation) and practice different Mission aspects of our work. Students will mainly be asked to do research and languages in an international setting. Our mission is to represent the in- prepare briefing material on specific themes and support events and terests of the Dominican Republic This experience offers the opportunity to familiarize the interns with towards our bilateral and multi- activities organized by the Embassy. the world of bilateral relations and to explore different areas such lateral partners in our jurisdic- as the scheduling of political and economic meetings; the creation, tion, including the promotion of The intern will be given a full briefing on the work done at the Em- negotiation, and implementation of bilateral agreements; drafting and Dominican industry and business handling diplomatic communication; researching for and preparing in Belgium. We carry out an active bassy and a calendar will be elaborated together, in order to adapt the briefing material for meetings or official trips, among others. foreign policy as set out by our internship to the needs of the Embassy at that time. Ministry of Foreign Affairs linking Requirements and skills our activities to the national de- Requirements and skills velopment agenda and protecting The ideal candidate has several of the following qualities: the interests of Dominican nationals in our jurisdiction. For our successful candidate we are looking for students that possess • Excellent or very good working knowledge of two of the following the following qualities: languages: Spanish, English, French or Dutch. Vision • A reliable, quick learner with ability to work independently once The Embassy is an open, efficient superiors have explained tasks, but also capable of adapting in case of and transparent institution that • Proficiency in two of the following languages: Spanish, English, change of activities and task priorities of the organization. promotes closer relationships French, Dutch. • Be familiar with the use of computer packages such as Microsoft Of- with our bilateral and multilateral • Computer literate (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) fice (Word, Office, Power Point, Outlook) and the internet, managing partners in all aspects related to calendars and be familiar with Mac. the national development agenda • Reliable and adaptable and protect the interests of the • Exercise the utmost discretion regarding all information received Dominican Republic and its The intern is expected to: verbally or written. nationals in full conformity with • Comply with the mutually established schedule. international law. • Demonstrate appropriate behavior. • Comply with the instructions given by superiors. Keywords • Exercise discretion in keeping all information, including documenta- Diplomacy, Caribbean, Latin tion that is accessible and conversations confidential. America, EU, ACP, Bilateral, Mul- tilateral.

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The European Cooperative for Rural Development (EUCORD), The European Citizen Action Service (ECAS) is an international, Brus- formally registered as “EUCORD Development Cooperatie U.A.”, is sels-based non-profit organisation with a pan-European membership an independent Brussels based not-for-profit organization incorpo- rated under Dutch co-operative law. EUCORD’s mission is to increase and 28 years of experience. farmers’ capacity to sustainably grow quality crops matched to com- ECAS empowers citizens in order to create a more inclusive and stron- mercial needs of the industry and in doing so, increase food security, develop the private sector and improve the livelihoods of rural ger European Union by: communities. Africa’s food market value is set to triple to 1 trillion • Promoting and defending citizens’ rights; dollars by 2030 provided governments and private sector collaborate effectively. EUCORD exists to make this happen and create economic Name • Developing and supporting mechanisms to increase citizens and citi- Name opportunities for all Africans, most of whom depend directly or indi- European Citizen Action Service zen organisations’ democratic participation in, and engagement with, The European Cooperative for rectly on agriculture. More information can be found on EUCORD’s Rural Development (EUCORD) website at www.eucord.org. Website the EU. https://ecas.org/ Website Internship profile www.eucord.org Internship profile Vision The Communications Intern will help to update EUCORD’s public ECAS believes in an inclusive, Mission relations tools. S/he will manage EUCORD’s website and its content. In transparent, citizen-centric and To increase farmers’ capacity to addition, the Communications Intern will work with project field staff The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: democratic European Union in sustainably grow quality crops to collect lessons learned and best practices from all projects and assist which citizens’ rights are at the matched to commercial needs with the writing of success stories and social media content. Also, the heart of decision-making at all of the industry and in doing so, • Administrative support Communications Intern will assist with research and the preparation levels and in which citizens are increase food security, develop of proposals for major international donors such as the European informed, consulted and • Support for other ECAS projects the private sector and improve the Commission, the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs or USAID. livelihoods of rural communities. actively participate. • General support for the EU Rights Clinic The selected intern will work in a flexible and friendly environment Keywords • Monitoring EU law and court developments Vision and will be given independence in handling tasks and planning. S/ EU Law, Marketing, Research. • Assisting in the management and operation of the Your Europe Ad- To nurture more prosperous and he will benefit from the support and guidance of EUCORD staff with entrepreneurial rural communi- extensive experience in the international development sector. vice service ties in developing countries. Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Legal research and preparation of background material for webcasts Keywords 1. Managing EUCORD’s website. The intern will develop relevant con- regarding EU rights. Agriculture, Agribusiness, tent, supported by the EUCORD team Agroindustry, Farmers, Africa, 2. Collect and prepare social media content PPP, Value Chain, Development, 3. Help to archive and create project annual reports and other key Requirements and skills International Cooperation, Biodi- documents versity, Climate Change. 4. Write and prepare content for project fact sheets, and project success The successful candidate should be: stories in close liaison with project coordinators located internationally 5. Update and manage EUCORD’s contacts list to be used for newslet- • Student with knowledge of EU law, particularly in the area of the ters and other communications 6. Maintain EUCORD’s lessons learned and best practices database internal market and free movement of persons 7. Assist with research and the writing or editing of capabilities sec- • Ability to work with quantitative data tions, past performance references, personnel sections, CVs and other proposal-related tasks • Ability to write fluently in English 8. Assist with any other tasks that come up during the internship • MS Office skills.

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Reporting on the European Union since 2000, EU Observer is an Ideally, the Communications Intern will have the following: indispensable news source for anyone who wants to know what is going on in the EU. We publish daily news reports from Brussels and • This position does not require any work experience, but experience the EU’s 28 member states. Reaching over 60,000 people every day and as a volunteer in the field of international development would be desir- over 285,000 people every month, we are one of the most widely read able EU news publications. • Excellent writing and presentation skills • Ability to meet goals with minimal supervision In a 2016 media survey, we were ranked the second most important • Proven ability to meet deadlines and operate effectively in a dead- news source for EU journalists, just behind the Financial Times. We Name line-driven environment with multiple concurrent projects Name are a regularly followed and cited source by other news media. The European Cooperative for • Proven ability to work as a part of a team and interact effectively EU Observer Rural Development (EUCORD) across distances and cultures We offer an opportunity for interns to become part of an international • In-depth knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office are essen- Website sales and marketing team based in Brussels. Interns will have the Website tial www.euobserver.com/ opportunity to interact with EU trade associations, NGOs, businesses, www.eucord.org • Experience with web design or web site management is desirable, universities, political groups, and learn about sales and marketing WordPress a plus Keywords within the media landscape. Mission • English reading and writing skills are required; French is desirable Journalism, News Publication, To increase farmers’ capacity to International Sales and Marketing. Internship profile sustainably grow quality crops matched to commercial needs The Marketing & Sales intern will support the sales and marketing of the industry and in doing so, team and engage in business development-related activities. S/he will increase food security, develop be involved in the following tasks: the private sector and improve the livelihoods of rural communities. • Research for new markets • Lead generation for prospective advertising and subscriptions clients Vision • Data entry and management of sales database To nurture more prosperous and • Maintain sales reports entrepreneurial rural communi- • Help generate mass sales campaigns ties in developing countries. • Attend events, conferences and meetings, representing EUobserver, to gain firsthand networking and client relationship development Keywords experience Agriculture, Agribusiness, • Perform administrative duties Agroindustry, Farmers, Africa, PPP, Value Chain, Development, Requirements and skills International Cooperation, Biodi- versity, Climate Change. The ideal candidate has several of the following qualities:

• Academic background in EU affairs, business, administration, marketing communications, politics or journalism • Hard working, willing to learn and develop • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Basic knowledge of EU affairs • Detail- and accuracy-oriented • Perfect English and proficient in one or more other EU languages

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European Regional and Local Health Authorities (EUREGHA) is a EuroJobsites is a specialist jobsite company, with jobsites targeting Brussels-based network with the mission to bring regional and local knowledge workers in science, engineering, pharma, law, policy, com- health authorities together to improve health policy in Europe. The munication and economics, across Europe. The company runs seven network aims to strengthen policy collaboration between regional and specialised jobsites, plus a community site for international lawyers local actors and the EU institutions. We establish and promote collab- in Brussels, and has been expanding since its start with one jobsite oration between our members, the institutions of the European Union 10 years ago. Headquartered near London, around 20 staff and con- and with panEuropean health networks and organisations working sultants work together across borders with IT and finance in Lon- with public health and health care. EUREGHA is the network of ref- don, sales and marketing in Brussels and research and sales in Sofia. erence for regional and local authorities in health-related issues and Clients include hundreds of large and small companies, recruitment offers a wide range of services and opportunities of cooperation. and media agencies, associations, NGOs, universities, law firms and Name Name consultancies based both in Brussels and across Europe. The company European Regional and Local EuroJobsites language is English, and the offices are located near Schuman metro in Health Authorities (EUREGHA) Internship profile Marketing Research Brussels.

Website The intern will work closely with the Operations Manager in the daily Website Internship profile www.euregha.net/ coordination of the network’s activities, including EUREGHA’s par- www.eurojobsites.com ticipation in European projects, the organisation of events, manage- • The work involves developing and implementing existing and creat- Mission ment of website and social media and monitoring of EU health policy. Keywords ing new Direct Marketing Strategies, some limited client contact. EUREGHA’s mission is to bring During the internship, the intern will acquire knowledge of EU health Advertising, Communications, • The intern will work with the Business Development Manager, regional and local health au- policy; develop the ability to work in a team with other profession- Business. Marketing Manager, three Marketing Consultants, and a team of thorities together, as a means to als as well as developing an understanding of the functioning of the researchers improve health policy in Europe. European institutions and their interaction with various stakeholders • Helping with copywriting, social media content By doing so, EUREGHA estab- in Brussels. • Research in databases and online lishes and promotes collaboration between its members, the institu- The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: Requirements and skills tions of the European Union, and with pan-European health net- • Assisting in event organisation; • Knowledge of and interest in Business and Marketing, especially works and organisations working • Participating and reporting from health-related events and confer- Direct Marketing with public health and health care. ences on behalf of EUREGHA; • Knowledge of and interest in Online Media and the Web • Assisting in drafting the EUREGHA newsletter; • University or Business School degree ongoing (business, marketing, Keywords • Writing articles and reports for the EUREGHA website; economics...) Management, Organization, • All other tasks related to assisting the Operations Manager in man- • Computer proficient (Microsoft Office, Web tools) Events aging the EUREGHA Secretariat and network activities. • Flexibility • Precision and attention to detail Requirements and skills • Fluent written and spoken English

The successful candidate should have the following requirements: Desirable skills:

• Background in communications, education, political science, inter- • Experience working on Direct Marketing / Advertising / Sales national relations, European studies or related fields • Knowledge of Brussels-oriented printed or online media market • Excellent communication skills, including social media command • Other languages, especially Dutch, German • Strong research and analytical skills • Knowledge of and interest in European Affairs and or Science • Strong organizational skills • Web expertise (web page creation, HTML, using content manage- • Knowledge of EU institutions is an asset ment systems) • Excellent English writing skills, preferably at native-speaker level • Ability to take initiative and work independently and under tight deadlines.

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EuroJobsites is a specialist jobsite company, with jobsites targeting Europe for Business is a UK high growth knowledge intensive com- knowledge workers in science, engineering, pharma, law, policy, company, specialized in Innovation Management strategies. EFB team is munication and economics, across Europe. The company runs seven young, multilingual and multinational and it is composed of graphic specialised jobsites, plus a community site for international lawyers designers, web developers, communication experts, audio-visual pro- in Brussels, and has been expanding since its start with one jobsite ducers, journalists and project managers. 10 years ago. Headquartered near London, around 20 staff and consultants work together across borders with IT and finance in Lon- EFB is responsible to manage and execute different communication don, sales and marketing in Brussels and research and sales in Sofia. and dissemination activities within European research related projects Clients include hundreds of large and small companies, recruitment for the EU Programmes. EFB gives support to research partners in EU and media agencies, associations, NGOs, universities, law firms and project consortia, for raising awareness to target stakeholders and the Name consultancies based both in Brussels and across Europe. The company Name public at large.The main areas of competence are: media campaigns EuroJobsites - Legal Marketing language is English, and the offices are located near Schuman metro in Europe for Business and press relations; events, workshops and seminars organisation; Brussels. (Remote position) graphic design; marketing communication; internet site developments; Website consultancy in European projects in the communication sector; train- www.eurojobsites.com Internship profile Website ing modules; impact assessment. www.e4business.eu Keywords • The work involves developing and implementing existing and creat- EFB is working at EU level with worldwide partners, with a focus on Advertising, Communications, ing new Marketing Strategies, some limited client contact. This intern- Mission Middle East and Latin America. Business. ship will have a special focus on Brussels Legal – the Community Site EFB supports organisations across for European and International Lawyers in Brussels. environment , sustainability, Internship profile food and science sectors to build • The intern will work with the Marketing Manager, two Marketing capacity, competence and confi- This is a remote position and the intern will be proposed to: Consultants, a Marketing and Technology Consultant, and a team of dence, delivering strategies that researchers. work. Whether working with • Draft press releases, articles and newsletters charities, not-for-profits or Euro- • Contact media and journalists to distribute communication material pean research projects, our goal is • Assist in updating mailing list of journalists contacts Requirements and skills to improve knowledge flow, create • Support in the organisation of project events and workshops insights and share expertise, creat- • Assist in updating the projects websites and social media • A passion for International and / or European Law ing impact. • Prepare ongoing EU projects communication materials and reports • Interest in Business and Marketing, especially Direct Marketing • Make interviews to EU researchers and report about scientific topics • Interest in Online Media and the Web Keywords • Support in the organisation of press conferences • University or Business School studies ongoing (Law, Legal/Business, Innovation, Knowledge, Comuni- • Help with a range of communications tasks supporting the work of Politics) cation. the Project Managers • Computer proficient (Microsoft Office, Web tools) • Assist in drafting new communication project proposals for the Ho- • Flexibility rizon2020 • Precision and attention to detail • Fluent written and spoken English Desirable skills Requirements and skills • Experience working on Direct Marketing / Advertising / Sales • Knowledge of Brussels-oriented printed or online media market • English mother tongue or very good knowledge • Other languages, especially Dutch, German • Communication/ journalism studies • Knowledge of and interest in European Affairs and/or Science • Good drafting skills and attention to details • Web expertise (web page creation, HTML, using content manage- • Good team player but also capable of working independently ment systems) • MS Computer Skills • Pro-active and dynamic • Second language (preferable Spanish or Italian) • Knowledge of European Projects • Interest/ knowledge of new media and web design.

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The Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States The Gresham Belson Hotel is a modern hotel with 142 guestrooms, 4 of America, Belgium and Luxembourg both administers the Fulbright fully-equipped meeting rooms, restaurant & bar and a fitness room. Program and provides academic advising as part of the EducationUSA The hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from Brussels Airport and network. Fulbright grants are available to citizens of Belgium and Lux- embourg for graduate study, pre-doctoral research, and post-doctoral local Business Districts. Facilities include a 24-hour front desk, Free research or university lecturing in the United States; similarly, grants high-speed Wi-Fi access, car parking facilities, multi-lingual, friendly are also available for Americans to come to Belgium and Luxembourg. & flexible staff, etc. The Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels is located right In addition, the Fulbright Commission provides information about in between the center of Brussels and Brussels airport. The NATO’s studying in the U.S. to students in Belgium through its website, advis- headquarters are within a 10-minute drive, while the European Parlia- ing center, and outreach events. ment can be reached within a 15-minute drive. Name Name Fulbright Commission Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels Internship profile Front Office Internship profile I Front Office Website www.fulbright.be The Intern will work in close cooperation with the Executive Director, Website Key responsibilities: Ms. Erica Lutes, and the small Commission staff. Every internship is www.gresham-hotels-brussels. Mission customizable to the skills, background, and interests of the prospective com • Greeting and thanking guests in a sincere, friendly manner From its inception, the Fulbright intern, but main duties and responsibilities may include: • Checking guests in on arrival and out on departure by following the Program has fostered bilateral Keywords set procedures relationships in which citizens and • Operating the Education USA Advising Center Hotel, Sales, Customer Service, governments of other countries • Managing and updating Fulbright Commission’s online presence, Communication, Administration. • Posting charges to appropriate guest accounts work with the U.S. to set joint including website, blog posts, and social media resources • Anticipating and addressing guests’ needs and requests priorities and shape the program • Updating Fulbright Commission archives and statistics • Resolving guests problems and handling complaints to meet shared needs. The world • Organizing and delivering presentations on topics related to Educa- • Taking and handling reservation requests has been transformed in ensuing tion USA to students at Belgian secondary schools and universities • Collaborating and communicating with other internal departments decades, but the fundamental • Managing logistics for – and attending! – Fulbright Commission to ensure guest satisfaction principle of international part- events (e.g., Brussels College Night, FAAB alumni events, annual re- • Complying with company procedures and safety policies nership remains at the core of the ceptions at U.S. Ambassador’s Residence). Fulbright mission. • Performing duties on daily checklist The intern will also have the opportunity to travel around Belgium for • Managing transport Keywords Education USA outreach and become acquainted with the different • As a Front Office Trainee you will be working closely with and re- Education, International Rela- educational institutions in the country. porting to the different departments and General Manager. tions, HigherEd, USA, Manage- ment. Requirements and skills Requirements and skills • Good communication skills (English, French, & Dutch. All other • Experience applying to U.S. institutions at the undergraduate or graduate level languages are a plus) • Demonstrated interest in international education, international rela- • You are good with Microsoft Office and Outlook tions, and/or cultural diplomacy • Positive and guest-oriented attitude • Basic knowledge of one of the official languages in Belgium • Excellent grooming standards • Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and social media • Flexible & respond to a range of different work situations platforms • Be able to work in team & independent. • Experience in a high-paced work environment and/or small office • Ability to work independently and solve problems as they arise.

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The Gresham Belson Hotel is a modern hotel with 142 guestrooms, 4 The Gresham Belson Hotel is a modern hotel with 142 guestrooms, 4 fully-equipped meeting rooms, restaurant & bar and a fitness room. fully-equipped meeting rooms, restaurant & bar and a fitness room. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from Brussels Airport and The hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from Brussels Airport and local Business Districts. Facilities include a 24-hour front desk, Free local Business Districts. Facilities include a 24-hour front desk, Free high-speed Wi-Fi access, car parking facilities, multi-lingual, friendly high-speed Wi-Fi access, car parking facilities, multi-lingual, friendly & flexible staff, etc. The Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels is located right & flexible staff, etc. The Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels is located right in between the center of Brussels and Brussels airport. The NATO’s in between the center of Brussels and Brussels airport. The NATO’s headquarters are within a 10-minute drive, while the European Parlia- headquarters are within a 10-minute drive, while the European Parlia- ment can be reached within a 15-minute drive. ment can be reached within a 15-minute drive.

Name Internship profile II Sales Department Name Internship profile III Accounting Department Accounting Depart- Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels Gresham Belson Hotel Brussels ment Sales Department Key responsibilities: Accounting Department The Intern will work in close cooperation with Ann-Chantal Bonte, Financial Controller. Website • Taking care of the clients through account management and various Website www.gresham-hotels-brussels. sales activities www.gresham-hotels-brussels. Main Duties & Responsibilities will be: com/ • Dealing and handling customer enquiries through different channels com/ in a client-oriented and pro-active manner during the entire cycle • City ledger Keywords • Developing and creating different mailings, promotion and fresh Keywords • Guest correspondence Hotel, Sales, Customer Service, ideas for different clients Accounting, Finance, Cost Con- • Travel agencies commissions Communication, Administration. • Watching trends on the local and Brussels Hotel Market and review- trol, Commissions. • Accounting matter ing the direct competition • Finance • Being active on social media to enlarge the hotel’s visibility • Cost control • Reporting the different sales activities • Handling and dealing with guests review and direct complaints • Handling and dealing with all guest’s questions Requirements and skills • Offering welcome letters and gifts to arrival customers • Handling administrative tasks related to sales activities The ideal candidate should have the following qualities: • Developing promotions and fresh ideas for the hotel • As a Sales Trainee you will be working closely with and reporting to • French or English speaking the different departments and General Manager. • Flexible • Positive thinking. Requirements and skills

• Good communication skills (English, French, & Dutch. All other languages are a plus) • You are good with Microsoft Office and Outlook • You have a positive, client-oriented and sales-minded attitude • Excellent grooming standards • Flexible & respond to a range of different work situations • Excellent organization and planning skills • You like to think out of the box • Be able to work in team & independent.

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The Institute for Competitiveness (I-Com) is a think-tank founded in The law firm Laffineur provides clients with the best legal and strategic 2005 by a group of scholars, professionals and managers, with offices advice in the fields of EU law, International trade, French and Belgian in Rome and Brussels. The objective of I-Com is the promotion of de- Law with a particular focus on Consumer, product safety and Health bates and analyses on competitiveness intended for innovation, in the law. Based in Brussels, Laffineur Law Firm has close proximity and context of the Italian, European and international politico-economic in-depth understanding of policies, objectives and legislative processes landscape. The main areas of interest of I-Com are: digital, energy, of the EU as they relate to clients of the firm. Because the firm partic- innovation, health and institutions. In 2017, I-Com joined the Global ipates in shaping the law at each stage of the legislative process, it is Trade and Innovation Policy Alliance, a worldwide network of 25 ideally positioned for analysing the provisions included in final independent think-tanks from five different continents, each active in legislation. The firm provides accurate legal advice and pursues effec- the fields of innovation and international trade. tive arguments in litigation cases whenever the interests of its clients Name Name are stake. I-Com - Institute for Competitive- Internship profile Laffineur Law Firm ness Internship profile I-Com is looking for a talented, skilled and motivated student for an Website Website internship opportunity in its Brussels office. The successful candidate www.laffineur.com https://www.i-com.it/en/ will join our small and dynamic office, where everyone plays an im- The intern will assist the law firm in its daily work. S/he will have the home-english/ portant role and has an impact. Keywords opportunity to: The intern will be in contact with EU institutions, companies, trade Law, International Trade, Con- • Participate in the daily processes of a busy law firm Mission associations based in Brussels. I-Com offers an internship that would sumer, Health, Product Safety, • Observe the practical outcomes and implications of EU, French and Our mission is to provide an input best suit a candidate with a degree in international relations, EU Policies, Research. Belgian Law in the corporate world to public debate on the future of studies, political science, public administration, global governance or • Learn how a client-centred business functions the EU system, employing multi- public affairs who is interested in acquiring experience in EU public disciplinary competences and dif- affairs or in organising activities in the field of EU affairs. Primary tasks will include: ferent tools for in-depth analysis The internship will be focused on mainly assisting in research con- • Monitoring and summarising press articles relevant to the practice of and dissemination, analyzing the cerning the most EU relevant topics as digital, energy, innovation, our law firm contribution of the most impor- health and representing I-Com in the EU bubble events. • Editing English-language documents drafted by the lawyers of our tant drivers for competitiveness firm and growth (or lack of) in Italy, in Tasks • The intern may also be assigned with a specific project or research Europe and internationally. related to our practice or to a specific industry market • Editing reports, newsletters, taking notes during events • The candidate may also be asked to analyse and summarise cases Keywords • Support the organisation of conferences, seminars and other activi- from the European Court of Justice EU Public Affairs, Competitive- ties ness, Innovation, Digital, Energy, • Liaison with the European institutions Requirements and skills Health. • Contribute to the overall coordination and implementation of I-Com EU activities The successful candidate will have the following qualities and skills: • Social media and website management • Researches in our area of working • Excellent English speaking and writing skills (French is a plus point) • Good people skills Requirements and skills • Computer literacy • Excellent organisational skills • Reliability and trustworthiness • Knowledge of one of the area activities is an asset • Good research skills • Fluent in English, especially written, other languages are an asset • International Affairs or Business Major preferred (law classes are a • Basic knowledge of the internal workings of the EU institutions and plus point). decision-making processes • Detailed knowledge of MS Office.

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Established within the Italian National Association for Civilian Vic- The Ludwig von Mises Institute – Europe, was officially established in tims of War (ANVCG) in 2015, L’Osservatorio is a research centre that 2002. brings to public attention the consequences of conflicts on civilians. The Ludwig von Mises Institute-Europe primarily aims at: Against this backdrop, L’Osservatorio aims to document mass human • Finding creative solutions to promote a competent, competitive and rights violations, archive individual and collective memory, protect creative Europe and promote the rights of the victims, and prevent repetition of such • Enhancing the role of entrepreneurs (SME’s) in a decentralized EU abuses in the future. with less harmonization, free from useless bureaucracy. L’Osservatorio is based in ANVCG’s headquarter in Rome and represents its International branch. Today, in addition to information and Activities research, L’Osservatorio is involved in several activities, like advocacy Since its foundation, the LVMI-Europe has successfully organized a Name for the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflicts, Humanitarian Dis- Name variety of conferences, symposia, discussions, targeted dinner debates L’Osservatorio ANVCG – Centre armament and the set-up of victim assistance programmes. Ludwig von Mises and lunch debates, discussing topics such as the role of the EU, Knowl- of Research on Civilian Victims of Institute Europe edge & Innovation, Transatlantic Relations, Tax Competition, Better Conflicts Regulation, Islam and the EU, FTT, IT Regulation and Entrepreneur- Internship profile Website ship, Banking and the role of the Euro. Website www.vonmisesinstitute-europe. www.losservatorio.org Our intern will support our team of writers, editors, and translators org Publications with: “Het social-economisch denken van F.A Hayek”, “Hayek revisited”, Mission • Drafting/editing a weekly “web review” and a “reports we support” Keywords “Better Regulation” “Banking and Monetary Policy from the Perspec- Our mission is to document the from a selection of approved topics EU, Marketing, Languages. tive of Austrian Economics”. experiences of civilians in con- • Finding reliable sources to support the articles flicts, by presenting their subjec- • Working closely with editors, writers and translators to make amend- Projects tive perspectives and to assess the ments The Alumni program economic and social impact on • Adhere to our research methodology and linguistic style The Intern-Exchange program victims, as well as their resilience. • Translating documents into English, Italian, French and Spanish. The past and future of European federalism: Spinelli vs. Hayek

Vision Members include former Prime Ministers, MEPs, former European Our vision is to focus on mem- Requirements and skills Commissioners, key politicians, senior academics, business leaders ory in order to better cope with and prominent journalists. the past, to nourish the present, The successful candidate should meet the following requirements: The Office is based in Leuven. and to deter repetition of human rights violations. • Academic backgrounds in International Relations, Law, Human Internship profile Rights, Development Cooperation, Communication, Translation and Keywords Interpretation, and Journalism The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: Human Rights, Communication, • Fluency in English is essential; good knowledge of Italian is an asset Advocacy, Research. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Drive tools • to help organize conferences and dinner debates held by LVMI Eu- • Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision rope and participate in other important think-tank’s activities. These • Ability to coordinate with team members across different time zones events all take place in Brussels; • Excellent writing and communication skills • to assist at our research projects on European politics and interna- • Able to dedicate 10 -12 hours a week tional relations; • Be flexible and reliable, while being considerate that each article is a • to prepare a public relations plan for LVMI Europe; group effort • to establish links with the civil society, media, business, politicians, • Ability to condense large amounts of information into a limited word the EU institutions as well as the European Parliament that will enable count/page limit. LVMI-Europe to influence future policy initiatives; • to communicate with LVMI-Europe’s Patrons, Sponsors and Board of Some candidates that meet certain competencies may be tasked with Directors; assisting on other special projects, like social media, video editing and • to help fundraising for the institute; graphic. • to write a monthly newsletter as well as a weekly blog; •update the website.

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Make Mothers Matter (MMM), formerly known as Mouvement Requirements and skills Mondial des Mères, is an international NGO established in 1947 at the UNESCO in Paris. The successful candidate should have the following requirements: We act through advocacy, network and communication. Our poles of action are education, health, peace and economy. • University degree ongoing; We federate an expanding network of member associations and partners active in the field around the world reaching over 10 million mothers globally. • Being proactive and interested in communicating with a wide range We work to: Name of people; Name • Empower mothers to understand and freely exert their rights and Ludwig von Mises Make Mothers Matter responsibilities Institute Europe EU Delegation • Demand respect, autonomy and dignity for mothers in their diversity • Having a good knowledge of English • Emphasise the essential role of a mother in a child’s education and Website Website development www.vonmisesinstitute-europe. • French or German language are an additional asset. www.makemothersmatter.org/del- • Include maternity in gender equality org egations/europe/ • Overcome stigma and discrimination • Improve maternal and child healthcare • Having good analyzing, marketing and networking skills Keywords Mission • Reduce unpaid-work hardships EU, Marketing, Languages We believe in the power of • Promote shared family care work with fathers • Being an organized and independent individual. mothers to make the world a • Push for a better work-life balance better place. We advocate for • Champion the role of mothers in peace and security. their recognition and support as changemakers. We amplify their We adhere to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. voice at the highest level: the EU, The EU delegation is a Member of the Social Platform (the biggest civil UNESCO and the UN. society network working on social affairs) and SDG Watch Europe (platform of NGOs working to support the implementation of the UN Vision 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development). Make Mothers Matter argues that mothers who are heard, sup- Currently, we are partners in charge of the communication and con- ported, educated and well in- ducting surveys on an EU research project on circular economy www. formed are key partners who must circ4life.eu be consulted and actively involved in development projects and the In addition, we also participate in 2 EU funded research networks on realization of the 2030 Agenda. maternal mental health Rise up PPD and on family support Euro- famnet. Keywords Advocacy, NGO, Campaigning, Internship profile Communication, Gender equality. • Research and analysis regarding relevant issues such as gender equality, working conditions, work-life balance, pensions, leave schemes, gender budgeting, maternal health and any other issues with a signifi- cant impact on mothers/ families • Assistance in weekly monitoring of information sources the Euro- pean institutions, NGOs, and other stakeholders to keep informed about developments in topics related to our work • Support the team on communication activities such as updating content on www.makemothersmatter.com, draft short newsletters, assist in preparing annual report etc.

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MCE, as part of AMA Global, is a leading Learning and Develop- • Attend the women’s rights and gender equality or employment ment provider in Europe, Middle East and Africa. We inspire more committee meetings at the European Parliament and write minutes (or than 1,000 organizations and over 10,000 managers and leaders each others events of relevance for our advocacy work as an EP badge will year through our MCE Training Programmes and our Customized be provided) Learning Solutions. We have been in the EMEA region for more than • Participate in conferences in Brussels related to our main issues (gen- 55 years and our team of 200 passionate Learning and Development der equality, reconciliation between work and family life etc) professionals focuses each day on supporting people in achieving the • Participate in our weekly team meetings impact they need at individual, team and organizational levels. • Support in advocacy work when required • Assist the team in their work. Internship profile I Name Name Make Mothers Matter Management Centre Europe Several month ago, we started to re-conquer our markets and therefore EU Delegation Requirements and skills need to redefine our image in these markets in addition to our classical Website marketing activities: Website www.mce.eu www.makemothersmatter.org/del- • Good organisational, research and communication skills • Through sponsoring events organised by others where our presence egations/europe/ • Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail Keywords is highlighted by the awarding of prizes. This gives MCE a bigger visi- • Team player but also capable of working independently and be pro- Marketing, Events, Management bility and permits us to access new Clients (the winner of the prizes). Mission active We believe in the power of • MS Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PPT) • Through our own events to increase visibility. These can also serve mothers to make the world a • Excellent English skills, oral and written, are imperative. French and/ as a push for the purchase of our classical Open Enrolment sessions or better place. We advocate for or other European languages are an asset more specific customized training solutions. their recognition and support as • Please include 1 written page on a subject of your choice with your changemakers. We amplify their application. The project for an intern would be : voice at the highest level: the EU, UNESCO and the UN. • Redefine the concept, clearly write the tactics and the targets, and the adequate marketing links. Vision • Prepare the action packages (check list + material) to ensure that Make Mothers Matter argues that these events & actions are scaleable. mothers who are heard, sup- • Prepare the pressbook and the sponsorbooks ported, educated and well in- • Participate to these events and actions during the internship. formed are key partners who must be consulted and actively involved Requirements and skills in development projects and the realization of the 2030 Agenda. • Excellent command of English – oral and written • Microsoft office Keywords • Interest in Marketing Advocacy, NGO, Campaigning, • Good oral and written communication Communication, Gender equality. • Analytical

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MCE, as part of AMA Global, is a leading Learning and Develop- ment provider in Europe, Middle East and Africa. We inspire more The Martin’s Hotels, one of the most prestigious Belgian hotel groups, than 1,000 organizations and over 10,000 managers and leaders each is looking for motivated trainees in Martin’s Agora City Resort for year through our MCE Training Programmes and our Customized a minimum of 3 months training. Located in the heart of Louvain Learning Solutions. We have been in the EMEA region for more than -la-Neuve with 210 rooms divided into a 3-star and a 4-star hotel, 1 55 years and our team of 200 passionate Learning and Development restaurant, 1 winebar, 1 bar, 9 conference rooms, Martin’s City Spa professionals focuses each day on supporting people in achieving the (wellness & Fitness) and a peaceful garden – this is the first urban impact they need at individual, team and organizational levels. hotel centre in Wallonia.

Internship profile II Internship profile - Hotel Management Name Name Management Centre Europe Set up an Alumni Network, being an MCE client community of for- Martin’s Agora City Resort • Assist Management in daily duties mer participants of our training programmes. Create a place where • Follow-up on GSI and initiate necessary follow-up Website we would keep in contact, communicate with our alumni and share Website • Project Management www.mce.eu experience and valuable content. www.martinshotels.com/en/hotel/ • Carrying administrative duties martins-brussels-eu • Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good Keywords The project for an intern would be: working relationships Marketing, Events, Management Keywords • Coordinate with all departments regarding different requests and • Analysis of the possibilities given by the platform Hotel Management, Project Man- information. • Analysis of expectations of clients (incl. contacts) agement, GSI • Analysis of the legal implications (incl. data protection) Requirements and skills • Work with MCE IT staff to set up and customized the network Location • Test and implement corrections Louvain-la-Neuve (travel expenses The successful candidate should have the following requirements: • Establish a users’ guide are covered). • Launch the project • Good knowledge of French and English (Dutch is a plus) • Not afraid of guest relations • Well-presented and open-minded Requirements and skills • Proactive • Highly motivated student • Excellent command of English – oral and written • Able to multi-task • Microsoft office • Flexible • Interest in marketing especially social network • Reliable. • Good oral and written communication • Analytical

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The New Europe – the European weekly, published since 1993, carries The New Europe – the European weekly, published since 1993, carries news and analyses on European Affairs and EU-World Relations. As news and analyses on European Affairs and EU-World Relations. As the only European publication with a regular coverage of 49 Member the only European publication with a regular coverage of 49 Member States, as well as Candidate and Neighboring Countries, New Europe States, as well as Candidate and Neighboring Countries, New Europe is a unique product bringing European news to the Countries, as well is a unique product bringing European news to the Countries, as well as National news to the European Union. New Europe also features as National news to the European Union. New Europe also features sections on the European Institutions, EU-Russia, EU-Asia and Tran- sections on the European Institutions, EU-Russia, EU-Asia and Tran- satlantic Relations, as well as on Energy, Environment, and Arts & satlantic Relations, as well as on Energy, Environment, and Arts & Culture. Our print circulation comes to 66,000 copies distributed in Culture. Our print circulation comes to 66,000 copies distributed in Europe and beyond, while our news portal attracts over 750,000 visi- Europe and beyond, while our news portal attracts over 750,000 visi- Name tors per month. Name tors per month. New Europe New Europe Internship profile I Website Website Internship profile II www.neweurope.eu Responsibilities include: www.neweurope.eu Responsibilities include: Mission • Supporting NE’s editorial staff in all activities leading to publication; Mission We generate a foundation of facts • Organizing and researching NE projects to tight deadlines; We generate a foundation of facts • Making full use of new media tools to disseminate messages; that enriches the public dialogue • Updating the database of external contributors that enriches the public dialogue and • Maintaining and developing in-house media and client databases; and supports sound decision- • Monitoring daily news; supports sound decision-making. • Producing and designing creative publications such as booklets, making. New Europe’s position in • Proof-reading NE’s pages New Europe’s position in the Euro- infographics; the European Union spectrum is • Updating NE’s news portal pean Union spectrum is clear. • Assisting with communications tasks in social media, our website clear. • Obtaining rights to use materials from other publications; and at events; • Attending press briefing and drafting reports Keywords • Assisting with marketing campaigns; Keywords • Writing news and analyses to be published in NE Marketing, Social Media, Design • Contributing to communications and marketing strategy. Communications, EU, Languages Requirements and skills Requirements and skills The successful candidate should have the following requirements: The successful candidate should have the following requirements:

• Interest in European affairs, EU-world relations, journalism and • Interest in European affairs, EU-World relations, journalism and public relations public relations • Fluency in spoken & written English; other languages are an asset • Fluency in spoken & written English; other languages are an asset • Ideally majoring in communication studies/ journalism or related • Ideally majoring in communication studies/ new media/ journalism areas or related areas • Good knowledge of MS Office application and Internet as a research • Good knowledge of MS Office and Internet as a research tool tool • The ability to understand and communicate detailed and complex • Web skills are an asset subjects • Excellent communication skills, team oriented. • Media-savvy with experience in writing/editing; • Up to speed with online communication tools and social media • Experience in design software advantageous (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc.) • Web skills are an asset • Team-oriented.

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Pioneer of the wristwatch since 1905, Rolex is at the origin of land- Schuman European Affairs is a very small European Affairs consulting mark innovations in watchmaking, including the first waterproof company. Through a combination of key factors - experience, special- wristwatch - the Oyster - and the Perpetual rotor self-winding mech- ization, network – of its manager and owner, Lieve Lowet, Schuman anism. For over a century, Rolex watches have accompanied explorers European Affairs has a good knowledge of specific EU policies, in- and achievers around the world, from the top of the highest mountains cluding their origins, the European rationale, the timelines. Frequent to the deepest reaches of the ocean. contacts with the legislators (Commission, Parliament, Council) and a large variety of stakeholders further ensure that Schuman European Rolex Benelux SA is an affiliate of the Group located in Brussels. Affairs can help its clients understand the relevant European legislation, both de lege ferenda and de lege lata while also advising its clients Internship profile in agenda setting: Name Name Rolex Benelux SA The Intern duties & Responsibilities will include: Schuman European Affairs • Lieve started her European Affairs activities in 2003 but she builds on more than 30 years of experience in the financial and consulting Website COMMUNICATION MEDIA Mission sector; www.rolex.com Schuman European Affairs aims • The working area covers a careful selection of European policies, - Assist the elaboration of the media plan/communication strategy to advise and assist you in navigat- with emphasis on policies affecting the financial services sector, espe- Mission - Follow-up of media-related invoices and assist budget follow-up ing the European institutions and cially insurance and pensions. This specialization adds to Schuman To manufacture, distribute and ser- monitor, position or lobby upcoming European Affairs’ credibility. In the area of financial services, national, vice high-quality wristwatches. EVENTS initiatives in the interest of a stron- European or international clients include(d) e.g. (specialized) (re) ger, more sustainable and transpar- insurers, pension funds, intermediaries, actuaries, loss adjusters, and/ Vision - Follow-up and participation at the elaboration of the events ent Europe. or their associations, NGOs, as well as supervisors; To continue the long tradition of - Relations with all the suppliers to guarantee qualitative roll-out of the • An extensive network of contacts and relationships of trust, built up excellence that the Rolex name rep- events Vision over many years, includes officials from the European Commission, resents. Because Europe matters. Members of the European Parliament and their staff, officials at the PROMOTIONAL ARTICLES Permanent Representation of the Member States, supervisors, sector Keywords Keywords representatives in Brussels and many others. Luxury, digital, events - Follow-up of orders, deliveries and stock management of promo- EU, Advocacy, Insurance. tional articles Internship profile

MAILINGS As Schuman European Affairs is small, the intern will work very closely and in a one-on-one coaching relationship with its owner/ - Active participation at the roll-out of mailing campaigns manager. In addition, Lieve has extensive experience in working with interns. ADMINISTRATION The intern could assist in the daily activities of the office and more specifically assist in the following tasks and learn about: - Agenda - Meetings - Presentations • Monitoring of EU legislative initiatives; • Writing of background notes; Requirements and skills • Preparing meeting documents; • Taking meeting notes when assisting in meetings; The successful candidate should have the following requirements: • Reporting on EU debates; • Coordinate EU legislation. - We are looking for curious and creative learners who are interested in the luxury industry and social media. In addition, the intern will be given the opportunity to research a - In addition to public relation skills the intern must have very strong mutually agreed topic related to the financial sector from an EU law organizational and coordination skills. perspective. - Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Powerpoint, MS Word\ Excel. - Languages: French, English. Dutch is a plus

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Solar Solidarity is a non-profit international association focusing on Requirements and skills raising awareness on sustainable development notably the potential of renewable energies through exhibitions of solar art works of artist The intern should: Alexandre Dang. He has founded Solar Solidarity which aims to:

• Be a quick learner; • Raise awareness and promote sustainable development, solar energy, • Have efficient research skills with academic rigour; renewable energy, through art and culture. • Be interested in the financial sector, and more specifically in the • Support financially the solar electrification of projects in developing insurance sector; countries (schools, hospitals…) • Have a good initial understanding about how the EU works; Name • Be discrete and trustworthy, with eye for detail and deadlines; Name Alexandre Dang is an artist committed in promoting issues linked Schuman European Affairs • Have a clear and transparent communication style, also in reporting Solar Solidarity with sustainable development, renewable energy, especially solar en- and writing; ergy. His kinetic solar creations have toured around the world notably Mission • Be proficient in English, any other language an asset; Website in Europe, USA, China, Singapore, Russia, South Korea, the Emirates, Schuman European Affairs aims • Be a nice colleague to work with. www.solarsolidarite.org Hong Kong, Lebanon... They have been featured in major venues to advise and assist you in navigat- including the Singapore Art Museum, the Palace for Fine Arts (Bozar ing the European institutions and Keywords – Center for Fine Arts) in Brussels, the Fine Art Museum in Tournai monitor, position or lobby upcoming Business, Communication, Sus- (Belgium), the Royal Greenhouses of Brussels, the European Commis- initiatives in the interest of a stron- tainable Development sion, the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union, ger, more sustainable and transpar- the Belgian and European Pavilion of World Expo Shanghai 2010 and ent Europe. the Belgian Pavilion of World Expo Yeosu 2012 in South Korea.

Vision Internship profile Because Europe matters • Seeking cooperation opportunities at international level particularly Keywords in EUROPE, CHINA, the EMIRATES, ARABIC speaking countries, EU, Advocacy, Insurance South Korea, India, Japan, Russia, Brazil, Mexico and/or Turkey... (contacting partners, setting up application files, ensuring the follow-up...) • Organising international art exhibitions (helping to realise the art works, organizing the logistics, the transport, the assembly, the disas- sembly, taking pictures and filming videos...) • Promoting and communicating (drafting press releases, contacting the press, carrying out press reviews…). See some examples of publications in the “Press” section of the site www.alexandredang.com • Writing and/or translating files in different languages

Requirements and skills

• Interest in contemporary art. • It is essential to engage with huge enthusiasm in developing the aforementioned missions and projects. • Skills in languages: Chinese, South Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian and/or Dutch... in particular are assets. • Knowledge in video, photography, graphics and/or 3D… are all assets. • Driving license and being used to drive are assets as well

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Solidbot is a young and dynamic company which develops state-of- The Growth of a Game is an organization that facilitates the devel- the-art mobile security solutions. We allow our customers to monitor opment of American football in Europe. We publish content on the and secure sites where no power and no communication are available. growth of the sport, organize skills camps throughout Europe, and provide hundreds of teams and federations with access to quality We are a bunch of tech enthusiasts working together in a collegial and sports equipment. The company president, Travis Brody, has over fun-loving atmosphere in Sint-Genesius-Rode. 20 years experience in the sports industry and has worked alongside some of the top names in the business. The Growth of a Game is based We have known continuous growth since our creation in 2014 and in Brussels and provides an exciting environment to learn and grow have sold our solutions across the globe. We are proud to count some into your professional career. large national and multinational companies as our clients. For more information, visit www.growthofagame.com or find us on Name Name Facebook at www.facebook.com/GrowthOfAGame. Solidbot Internship profile The Growth of a Game Internship profile Website Since we have a very broad activities from software, electronic and me- Website www.solidbot.com chanic development and engineering, to support products and services https://www.growthofagame.com/ This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a growing company and in various countries, passing by all sales, operations and G&A activi- belgium/ develop some valuable experience in the sports industry. The intern ties, there is always a lot of challenges open. Mission will be working in a few or more of the following areas, depending on Monitor, Control & Broadcast Keywords ability: Anything, Anywhere at Anytime. Depending of the personal taste of the Intern, they will be integrated Business, Communications in the team of their choice to assist directly the person in charge in one • New business development of challenges. • Skills camp logistics Keywords • Sponsorship sales Develop, Produce, Sell & Support Requirements and skills • Writing news articles, press releases, and other online content IOT Product • Social media marketing We are looking for great people to join our team and bring their own • E-mail marketing unique contribution to our company. • Provide general support to the President and Vice President of Busi- ness Development (schedule calls/meetings, interview coaches and players, update directories, etc.)

Requirements and skills

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

• Fluency in English • Attention to detail • Organizational skills • Excellent writing skills • Outgoing personality

We’re looking for a team player that is willing to put time and energy into a fast-growing start-up. This position is for someone who wants to help build something, not just receive course credit. A dream internship for a sports fan who wants to start building their career.

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Twipe is a media technology company based in Leuven. We offer a The Skateroom (TSR) is a social entrepreneurship whose main pur- state-of-the-art digital publishing and analytics SaaS platform, used by pose is to help empower youth using art and skateboarding. Our vision is to offer art editions at an affordable price and make art available to leading newspapers across Europe. Every month 8 million digital edi- the greater public. We collaborate with contemporary artists to cre- tions are downloaded from our platform. We help newspapers includ- ate editions of artwork on skateboards. TSR continues to explore and ing The Times, Le Monde and Ouest-France grow their subscription pushes the boundaries of conventional skateboard art by releasing and reader revenues. unique and collectable art editions. Our innovation capability has been recognized by Google, which has These editions of artworks are sold via major art institutions the world granted Twipe funding from its Digital News Initiative fund three Name over. It is through their support and their belief in our project that we Name times already. We are actively investing in machine learning and ar- The Skateroom are able to fulfil our purpose and finance international social projects Twipe Digital Publishing by directly supporting the NGO Skateistan. tificial intelligence to understand and predict reader preferences and Website Website optimize their reading experiences. www.theskateroom.com Skateistan is an award-winning international non-profit organization www.twipemobile.com empowering children and youth through skateboarding and education We are an international team of twenty in Leuven and our working Keywords in Afghanistan, Cambodia and South Africa. Mission language is English. Empowerment, NGO, Marketing Our mission is to help newspaper Internship profile publishers engage more readers Internship profile and monetize their premium The internship revolves around business development of our distribu- content. tion network. With several of the world’s most prestigious art centres, We are looking for an intern to join our business development de- including the MoMA, the Tate, Vuitton Foundation and many others Keywords partment, which is responsible for the international expansion of our already on-board, the task is still vast and aims at expanding our net- Media, digital, technology company as well as leading our research projects on the future of news. work from Asia to South America. The Intern duties & Responsibilities and innovation will include: The exact project can be agreed on together, depending on the intern’s Location: Leuven skills and preferences and our business opportunities. Some ideas of • Identification of new potential partners globally; potential tasks: • Gathering of essential data and angle of approach; • First contact and the logistical follow up; • PR / Marketing / Communication support of TSR retail network • Creating a strategy for entering a new market • Developing content to share with our very active newsletter subscrib- Requirements and skills ers, and wider community • Conducting competitor analysis or other business research Dynamic and solution-driven, multilingual and able to think out of • Working on our communication strategy, i.e. website improvements, the box while also master organiser to follow up with countless oppor- social media, campaigns tunities. • Assisting the team working on organizing an industry event An ability to work and collaborate in a start-up atmosphere within a small team where everyone participates in the common tasks at hand, Requirements and skills while remaining focused and driven to her / his own responsibilities. The successful candidate should have the following requirements: • Good command of English (spoken and written), other languages are • Business / communication major an asset • Overly adaptable to a constantly changing environment • Affinity for media and technology • Excellent written & oral communication skills • Willingness to learn and self-motivation, ability to multi-task and a • Natural negotiator proactive, self-starting ‘can do’ attitude • Previous experience with the tasks listed above is an asset

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Empower citizens to build the city they want. WeBrussels wants to make it as easy as possible for any citizen to put forward their concerns • Strong listening abilities and proposals, have them collectively discussed and put forward to • Self-awareness, political awareness and understanding others elected politicians. • Process and organize research data so that it can be reused by differ- WeBrussels facilitates collective intelligence sessions with citizens and ent teams and functions decision-makers to influence the quality of decision they are able to • Emotional intelligence as your ability to monitor one’s own and make. other’s emotions • Conduct design research interviews (dialogue interviews) We have been commissioned by the Brussels Regional Parliament (via • Collect digital assets in a multimedia format: audio, videos photos Prix du Parliament Bruxellois) to interview the users of Park Maximi- • Understanding French language is required Name lien and Quartier Nord to provide policy makers with insights that will Name WeBrussels guide their strategy and design decisions. We will also be creating an WeBrussels At the end of the training, the participants will be evaluated on the experience for policy makers to develop a more inclusive political will. depth and quality of the digital assets that have been collected. Website This area of Brussels Quartier Nord / de Noordwijk of Brussels is expe- Website www.webrussels.org riencing major social challenges (including high unemployment rate, www.webrussels.org low literacy levels, a strong presence of refugees in the public space, Mission and decaying social housing...) and is changing very fast due to the Mission Listen to citizens from the Quart- buzzing urban planning context of this part of the city at large. Listen to citizens from the Quart- ierNoordwijk to gain a more ierNoordwijk to gain a more encompassing understanding of Internship profile encompassing understanding of the urban reality of Brussels so the urban reality of Brussels so that they can We are looking for a human centered designer. Embracing human- that they can create visions together of how to centered design means believing that all problems, even the seemingly create visions together of how to develop towards a better life for intractable ones like poverty, gender equality, and clean water, are develop towards a better life for all. solvable. Moreover, it means believing that the people who face those all. Document what citizens say, up- problems every day are the ones who hold the key to their answer. Document what citizens say, upload content into a web database load content into a web database and create attractive stories to be The ability to listen and to extract user needs from any kind of interac- and create attractive stories to be published online and shared on tions you have with other fellow humans will help you succeed in any published online and shared on social media. job, product or service design you want to undertake in your future. social media. You will be involved in the following tasks: Vision Vision WeBrussels brings a new model of • Interact with citizens from Quartier Nord / de Noordwijk WeBrussels brings a new model of democracy to Brussels - making it • Request consent to interview democracy to Brussels - making it as easy as possible for any citizen • Interview citizens and record interview as easy as possible for any citizen to put forward their ideas, con- • Export audio or video file to put forward their ideas, concerns and proposals, have them • Process Narratives. The objective of the Processing phase is to gener- cerns and proposals, have them collectively discussed and em- ate a story collectively discussed and em- powered through participation in • Transcribe audio/video file powered through participation in formal city elections. • Use the transcript to develop the story formal city elections. • Gather bio, images, evidence links Keywords • Request consent to publish Keywords Design, research, storytelling, de- • Publish 20 approved stories on the project website (to be built) Design, research, storytelling, de- liberative democracy, innovation • Compose and share social media content liberative democracy, innovation. • Analyse phase: surface insights and learning from the dataset that be used by the Target audience on policy design or social service design.

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