Intern (CIP)

Intern Brussels

Temporary full time

About the Group

Panterra is a global strategic advisory firm. Over the last 25 years we have grown from a boutique strategic communications firm into a leading international consultancy. We advise governments embassies corporations and individuals on a wide range of complex policy and communications issues. Our work is typically at the nexus of the worlds of politics foreign policy business and the media.

Our mission is to participate in and positively impact the great debates of our age including (but not limitedto) geopolitical crises election campaigns high-value litigation cases international events and public diplomacy all our work we are guided by our core values of honesty integrity ambition and are not just problem-solvers; we are pioneers who lead the way in finding unique impactful solutions to thechallenges faced by our clients.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an exceptional candidate to join our Brussels Office as an Intern through a Convention dImmersion Professionelle (CIP) working across our global client accounts. This role offers the opportunity to support projects across our regional teams and practice areas contributing to advice for clients research analysis and content development.

Candidates are not required to have professional work experience but should be nearing completion or have completed the final academic year of their university degree programme (e.g. bachelors degree or equivalent). Candidates field of study should be closely related to the work of the firm (e.g. international relations politics public relations journalism etc).

Successful candidates will be highly ambitious motivated capable of excelling under pressure and have a keen interest in politics and international affairs. Candidates will have excellent research analysis and writing skills and be able to grasp a range of complex policy and client issues. Candidates should be focused organised and committed with the ability to work well in multiple teams while also displaying an independent and proactive mindset.

This is a full time paid internship lasting between 4-6 months based primarily out of our Brussels office.

Key Tasks

• Monitoring & Reporting:Engage with a variety of media sources to monitor specific clients and issues closely. Produce succinct alerts and detailed reports that equip teams with the insights necessary to respond dynamically in fast-paced environments.
  
• Research & Analysis:Work with a wide range of materials and information and grasp complex policy issues to deliver fact-based materials including briefings talking points and media analysis.
  
• Content Development:Produce high-quality written content in English including press releases digital content social media posts and articles.
  
• Teamwork:Work closely with colleagues seeking and providing support and demonstrating flexibility and eagerness to contribute beyond core responsibilities.
  
• Engagement & Networking:Participate actively in team meetings and networking events documenting discussions and supporting follow-up actions.

Skills & Experience

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English.
• An exceptional academic track record evidence of excellent research and analysis skills and high attention to detail.
• A demonstrable interest in communications events public affairs journalism/media politics and international affairs.
• Exceptional work ethic organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing deadlines effectively while also demonstrating independence and initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player willing to go above and beyond sometimes including at short notice or outside of core working hours.
• Fluency in a second language is considered an advantage but by no means essential.

What We Offer

We are a dynamic diverse and fast-growing company with teams in London Brussels New York Washington DC San Francisco and Abu Dhabi. Additionally you will have access to a network of world leaders and sector experts providing rich learning and developmental opportunities.

Panterra has a friendly company culture that values social interaction flexible working conditions and provides significant responsibility early in your career. We are a privately-owned business and our strength is in our people.

Panterra will also offer a monthly stipend for Interns under a CIP agreement.

Our CSR Commitment

At Panterra we pride ourselves on not only delivering exceptional strategic advice but doing so with a deep sense of responsibility. We value giving back by striving to contribute to the betterment of society and a sustainable future. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy is a testament to our commitment to making a positive impact beyond business success. It is rooted in two main pillars: purpose-oriented projects and environmental responsibility.

Panterra actively invests in the communities it serves through pro-bono projects which leverage the companys skills and addition Panterra is dedicated to reducing its environmental impact. By offsetting our carbon footprint and implementing sustainable practices such as reducing waste conserving energy and promoting eco-friendly transportation we ensure that our operations are aligned with a greener future.

To Apply

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to all applicants.

We value diversity and aim for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society. Our recruitment process is competency based and no applicant will be discriminated against regardless of their age colour disability ethnicity gender or gender identity race religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.

Required Experience:

Junior IC