EU Public Affairs Trainee

EU Public Affairs Traineeship – Brussels (Paid, 6 months)

NC+
 is an international Public Affairs consultancy based in 
Brussels, Luxembourg, and Prague
. We advise clients on policy and regulation at the EU level, in EU Member States, and within international organizations. Our work covers public affairs & government relations, strategic communications, issue management, political risk advisory, and crisis communication, with policy focus areas including public health, sustainability, defence, energy, climate, and digital policy.

NC+ is offering a 
6-month paid traineeship
 in its 
Brussels office
, running from 
1 March 2026 to 31 August 2026
. The trainee will work with a diverse portfolio of clients and gain hands-on experience in EU public affairs.

Key responsibilities

• Researching and monitoring policy and legislative developments at EU, Member State, and international level
• Supporting the implementation of advocacy and outreach programmes and related ad-hoc tasks
• Preparing reports and briefing notes for clients
• Assisting in the organization of conferences and attending relevant EU-level events
• Providing support for new business proposals

Key requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of EU policy and EU decision-making processes
• Interest in EU policy areas such as public health, sustainability, defence, energy, and digital
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to summarise information clearly and concisely
• Ability to absorb new information quickly and work across multiple topics in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience in an EU institution, public affairs consultancy, trade association, or other public institution is an advantage
• Full working proficiency in English and working knowledge of another official EU language

Practical information

• Location:
   Brussels
• Duration:
   1 March – 31 August 2026
• Application deadline:
   13 February 2026

How to apply

Please send your 
CV and a short motivation letter
 to:

Applicants must be 
eligible to work in an EU Member State
 and 
present in Brussels from the start of the traineeship
.