Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Intern - Tech/AI

Beschrijving

Company description


Kekst CNC is a global strategic communications consultancy that specialises in protecting and enhancing reputations. From 15 offices around the globe, our team of 300 professionals provides expert communications advisory informed by judgment, insights and data-led analysis. We apply our communications and public affairs expertise across high-stakes business, financial and political matters, helping clients communicate effectively through periods of disruption, transformation and growth. We are part of Publicis Groupe, one of the world's leading communications groups.



Overview


Are you eager to dive into the world of Strategic Communications in Public Affairs with a focus on tech and AI policy? We're excited to announce an opportunity to join our Brussels team for a six-month, full-time, paid internship. The internship will give you exposure to a range of well-known companies and industries while supporting our teams in delivering a range of projects for our clients. You will work with highly skilled colleagues in a fast-paced environment and engage in a variety of tasks across multiple disciplines.



Responsibilities


No day will be the same but your responsibilities may include:

• Media monitoring, research and analysis
• Monitoring and evaluating EU policy priorities and decision-making procedures
• Tracking parliamentary debates and committee hearings
• Policy analysis and drafting reports
• Contributing to the development of communication strategies, including communication plans, press releases and presentations
• Organizing business meetings, agendas and taking minutes
• New business research projects

Qualifications


To have the best possible prerequisites for a successful journey with us, you have a bachelor's or master's degree in political science, business administration, law, or other relevant fields. You have prior experience (internship or employment) within an EU institution, an understanding of the EU decision-making process and an interest in EU policies, specifically related to tech and AI policy. Other relevant areas include competition, energy and industrial policy.


You are an analytical and proactive person who pays close attention to detail. You thrive in close-knit team environments but can also manage and prioritize multiple tasks independently. Your communication and presentation skills are excellent in English and knowledge of additional EU languages is advantageous. We all have a passion for continuous learning and improvement; we hope that you do too. You also share and act in line with our values: integrity first, critical judgment, uncompromising excellence and globally connected thinking.



Additional information


With us, you will learn from the industry's sharpest minds in a dynamic, inspiring and global atmosphere, characterized by the highest level of professionalism and team spirit.


You will gain broad exposure to accounts and mandates, working with and learning from our experienced advisers and have access to online trainings throughout the internship. Plus, you'll have an internal mentor for support and guidance.


The internship is remunerated under the Convention Immersion Professionelle (CIP), with an anticipated start in September 2026 .


Are you ready to join us?


If you're inspired by this opportunity, hit "apply"! We will review applications continuously and the position may be filled before the deadline. Please send us your CV and cover letter in English no later than July 12, 2026 . We look forward to receiving your application!


Kekst CNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, colour, age, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and parental status, or any other characteristic protected under EU, state or local law, where applicable.


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