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AI Policy Coordinator Intern, European Government Affairs Contract

Job Description:

Overview

Microsoft is looking for a Policy Coordinator to support their Brussels-based European Government Affairs team (EGA). The policy coordinator will be part of EGA’s Policy Team, contributing to and enhancing the team’s policy work in Artificial Intelligence and related fields such as healthcare and standards. We are looking for a high-energy candidate with strong analytical and communications skills, along with an open, collaborative, creative and results-oriented mindset, as well as a passion for policy, politics and technology and the role of business in society. The position is offered as a 12-months internship contract.

The purpose of the Microsoft European Government Affairs organization is to build relationships and strengthen our dialogue with European stakeholders, in support of the European digital and broader policy agenda.

Qualifications

  • First work experience through previous internships in fast-paced environments, experience in public affairs consultancies or EU institutions will be preferred.
  • Degree in law, economics, political science, international relations, philosophy, or a related social science. 
  • Knowledge of European institutions, governance, legislative processes, and networks. 
  • Project management skills. Excellent planning, organizational, networking and communication skills and strong attention to details. 
  • Ability to work well in a changing environment, and to prioritise competing demands on time, while ensuring deadlines are met. Adaptable team-player with a positive and friendly mindset.
  • Keen interest in European and international politics and technology. 
  • Fluency in written and spoken English; other European languages a plus.
  • Prior knowledge of the EU AI Act would be preferred.

    • Responsibilities

    Start Date: July 2024 

    Duration: 12 months

  • Political, policy and regulatory analysis: monitor, analyze and report to the team and internal stakeholders on a variety of current and emerging legal and public technology policy issues, with a focus on developments in responsible AI governance at EU level and technology’s broader implications for society.
  • Strategic planning: Stakeholder mapping to build relationships to help with present and incoming stakeholder activitys in the EU institutions in identified key areas of policy cooperation and provide continuous support to the team in building internal strategy and planning to address and exploit engagement opportunities at the national and EU level. Supporting coordination of high-level political engagements and Microsoft executive level visits.
  • Project management: support in developing new cross-boundary projects in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including European institutions, think tanks, or trade associations. 
  • Attend relevant external events and provide summaries/analyses. 
  • Research and writing: support campaigning and senior staff with relevant research, by editing documents or developing support materials (e.g., briefing documents, conference support, decks, talking points). 
  • Support in organization of meetings and events – including working with the EGA Events team and/or external partners.

    • Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect

    Overview

    Microsoft is looking for a Policy Coordinator to support their Brussels-based European Government Affairs team (EGA). The policy coordinator will be part of EGA’s Policy Team, contributing to and enhancing the team’s policy work in Artificial Intelligence and related fields such as healthcare and standards. We are looking for a high-energy candidate with strong analytical and communications skills, along with an open, collaborative, creative and results-oriented mindset, as well as a passion for policy, politics and technology and the role of business in society. The position is offered as a 12-months internship contract.

    The purpose of the Microsoft European Government Affairs organization is to build relationships and strengthen our dialogue with European stakeholders, in support of the European digital and broader policy agenda.

    Qualifications

  • First work experience through previous internships in fast-paced environments, experience in public affairs consultancies or EU institutions will be preferred.
  • Degree in law, economics, political science, international relations, philosophy, or a related social science. 
  • Knowledge of European institutions, governance, legislative processes, and networks. 
  • Project management skills. Excellent planning, organizational, networking and communication skills and strong attention to details. 
  • Ability to work well in a changing environment, and to prioritise competing demands on time, while ensuring deadlines are met. Adaptable team-player with a positive and friendly mindset.
  • Keen interest in European and international politics and technology. 
  • Fluency in written and spoken English; other European languages a plus.
  • Prior knowledge of the EU AI Act would be preferred.

    • Responsibilities

    Start Date: July 2024 

    Duration: 12 months

  • Political, policy and regulatory analysis: monitor, analyze and report to the team and internal stakeholders on a variety of current and emerging legal and public technology policy issues, with a focus on developments in responsible AI governance at EU level and technology’s broader implications for society.
  • Strategic planning: Stakeholder mapping to build relationships to help with present and incoming stakeholder activitys in the EU institutions in identified key areas of policy cooperation and provide continuous support to the team in building internal strategy and planning to address and exploit engagement opportunities at the national and EU level. Supporting coordination of high-level political engagements and Microsoft executive level visits.
  • Project management: support in developing new cross-boundary projects in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including European institutions, think tanks, or trade associations. 
  • Attend relevant external events and provide summaries/analyses. 
  • Research and writing: support campaigning and senior staff with relevant research, by editing documents or developing support materials (e.g., briefing documents, conference support, decks, talking points). 
  • Support in organization of meetings and events – including working with the EGA Events team and/or external partners.

    • Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect

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    • Job Title: AI Policy Coordinator Intern, European Government Affairs
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