Introduction
Technopolis is offering a 5-6 months paid internship at our Brussels office.
About this job
We seek to appoint an enthusiastic intern to gain first-hand insights in a range of science & technology policies and get a thorough introduction to various social sciences methodologies.
Your profile
Applicants suitable for this position should have:
* Recently finalised university education (master) or a student currently in the last year of a Master programme, preferably in either economics, mathematics or applied statistics;
* Relevant skills in data treatment & analysis and coding (e.g. Python, R)
* Acquainted with qualitative research methods (e.g. literature review, desk research, interviews, case studies, surveys);
* Proficiency in Excel, Word and Power Point;
* Interest in the developments in European Commission policies, in particular in science, technology and innovation;
* Excellent communication skills in English;
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
* Willingness to learn about new topics and methods, and gain new skills.
The following will be considered as a plus:
* Proficiency in other languages;
* Use of specific software (e.g. PowerBI, Atlas.ti etc.).
Your responsibilities
Typical tasks may include:
* Support for quantitative data collection and analysis;
* Support in econometric modelling;
* Support in developing and implementing surveys;
* Conduct desk research on a specific topic;
* Assist in literature reviews;
* Conduct interviews with various stakeholders (industry, agencies, public sector, etc.);
* Support of drafting case studies;
* Support in drafting analytical summaries;
* Contribute to the organisation of workshops and working groups, both online and on-site.
Our offer
The successful candidate will work as a paid intern in our Brussels office. The role provides the opportunity to gain experience in working at the forefront of European policymaking, to develop analytical skills, and to experience a multinational, friendly business environment. Our package includes:
* Paid internship
* Belgian phone subscription
* Monthly allowance for the transportation card
* Training and mentoring possibilities
* Working in an international company with 12 offices and more than 290 colleagues
Interested? Apply directly
Applicants need to have either EU citizenship or a valid work permit.
For any questions on the recruitment, please contact recruitment_be@technopolis-group.com (reference ECON_INT2025).
Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.
About us
Technopolis Group started as a consultancy firm for the evaluation of science, technology and innovation. While evaluation is still at the core of our company, we have over the years built up the know-how to support decision making on a broad range of topics. Our experts provide strategy and foresight, manage networks and provide project management support for even the most complex projects. We are acquainted with a wide range of quantitative methods and deliver advanced data analytics that is ahead of the curve. We evaluate policies, evaluate their impact and communicate them effectively to experts and the broader public. We never settle for out-of-the-box solutions but work with our clients to find the approach that best fits their needs.
We work with decision-makers in different levels and fields, from international institutions, such as the European Commission and multilateral development banks, to regional and local authorities. Our clients include universities and R&D centres, network organisations such as business associations, clusters and incubators as well as governments.