Ibec Europe is the Brussels-based delegation of Ibec – Ireland’s national federation of business and employers.

1. Internship at Ibec Europe
Position vacant: EU Policy Officer (Intern/Stagiaire)
Dates: Mid-September 2017 to mid-February 2018 (five months)
Organisation: Ibec Europe
Location: EU Quarter, Brussels
Remuneration: Training allowance of €1020 per month, paid fortnightly
Ibec Europe is the Brussels-based delegation of Ibec – Ireland’s national federation of
business and employers.
We are the primary representation of the Irish business community to the European
Union. We engage with the European Institutions, the Irish Government and other
major actors in the EU arena to represent, protect and promote the interests of our
member companies and to advocate for a competitive and pro-growth environment for
Irish business. We also support and advise the EU activities of our members and
colleagues in Ibec's policy units, sector associations and regional offices in Ireland.
Our internship is an excellent learning and development opportunity for the right
candidate. Successful applicants will be expected to support our research, publications,
events, outreach, communications and member services activities, in addition to
assisting in administrative, operational and procedural tasks.
Essential requirements
 Native level English
 A University degree in Law, Politics, Economics, European Studies or similar
 An understanding of enterprise and employers’ concerns and a commitment to
representing, defending and advancing business interests
 Strong awareness of the EU policy cycle and the role of the European Institutions
and other stakeholders in the law making process
 A good understanding of the Irish political system and wider public policy arena
 Excellent researching, report writing, drafting and editing skills
 Strong communication and organisational ability, with keen attention to detail
 Comfortable juggling varied tasks in a small and busy office
Interested candidates should forward a CV and letter of application to:
Shane Lyster – Senior Executive for European Affairs, Ibec
shane.lyster@ibec.ie
Our internship programme is very popular. Due to the large number of applications we
receive, thank you in advance for understanding that it is only possible for us to contact
shortlisted candidates.