Careers at European Diplomats

Work where policy, business and diplomacy meet.

European Diplomats offers remote internships for people interested in policy research, government affairs, business development, marketing, communication and public-private engagement across Europe.

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A serious internship, not decorative work experience.

Our internships are unpaid and must usually form part of a recognised education course, university programme, training track or similar approved pathway, depending on the applicant’s country and institutional requirements. Both opportunities combine policy and market research with practical liaison, outreach and stakeholder engagement. Interns work on real research, communication, client support, events, policy monitoring and project development. In some cases, paid project work or a paid role may become possible after the internship, depending on the value demonstrated and business need.

Remote, Europe-facing work
Unpaid internships linked to recognised study or training
Policy, business and stakeholder research
Liaison, outreach and stakeholder engagement
Exposure to commercial diplomacy and government relations
Possible paid work afterwards, where value and need align

Work connected to European policy, public-private engagement and international stakeholders.

Remote

Flexible remote working with a pan-European consultancy environment.

Real

Hands-on work in research, liaison, outreach, events, monitoring, communication and client support.

Open roles

Current remote internship opportunities.

Both opportunities combine research with liaison and practical stakeholder engagement. These internships are unpaid and are expected to form part of a recognised education course, university programme or approved training pathway, depending on the applicant’s country and institution.

Policy Researcher – Sales and Business Development

Remote

Research markets, organisations, policy environments and prospective clients while supporting liaison with businesses, public-sector stakeholders and other relevant contacts. The role also includes lead generation, prospect research, sales outreach, pitch strategy, client account support, seminars, networking and meeting documentation.

Status Unpaid and expected to form part of a recognised education course, university programme or approved training pathway, depending on country and institutional requirements.

Best for Someone interested in policy research, B2G sales, government relations, business development, stakeholder liaison and commercial strategy.

Skills English proficiency at CEFR level B2 or higher, ideally C1 or higher, research, analytical writing, communication, networking, sales instinct, Microsoft Office, prioritisation and self-motivation.

Future Paid project work may sometimes become possible after the unpaid internship, depending on value demonstrated and business need.

Apply Send a CV and short covering letter to Alistair Starling.

Apply for this role

Policy Researcher – Digital Marketing and Social Media

Remote, part-time

Research policy, markets, organisations, audiences and relevant stakeholders while supporting liaison, outreach and communications activity. The role also includes brand development, content creation, social media management, web updates, blog and newsletter development and digital marketing activity.

Status Unpaid and expected to form part of a recognised education course, university programme or approved training pathway, depending on country and institutional requirements.

Best for Someone interested in policy research, communications, stakeholder liaison, digital marketing, social media, content and website development.

Skills English proficiency at CEFR level B2 or higher, ideally C1 or higher, research, analytical writing, communication, creativity, LinkedIn, digital tools, SEO awareness, Google Ads/reporting tools and WordPress if possible.

Future Paid project work may sometimes become possible after the unpaid internship, depending on value demonstrated and business need.

Apply Send a CV and short covering letter to Alistair Starling.

Apply for this role

What you gain

Practical exposure to government relations and commercial diplomacy.

This is suited to people who want hands-on experience, not a passive placement. Both opportunities include research and liaison. Interns may work on policy monitoring, market research, stakeholder mapping, outreach, stakeholder engagement, event support, client documentation, social content, fundraising research or project coordination. The work is remote, but not vague. You need to communicate clearly, manage your own tasks and produce work that can actually be used. Internships are unpaid and must usually be connected to a recognised course, degree, training track or similar approved pathway. Paid work may sometimes follow, but only where the intern has demonstrated clear value and there is a real business need.

How to apply

Keep it simple. Send evidence that you can think and write.

Applications should be direct and specific. A generic cover letter is a poor opening move. Say which role you want, whether the unpaid internship can form part of your recognised course or training pathway, why it fits, and what you can actually do.

Choose the role

Choose the Policy Researcher opportunity that best fits your interests and skills: Sales and Business Development, or Digital Marketing and Social Media.

Prepare concise material

Send a CV and a short covering letter. State clearly whether the unpaid internship forms part of a recognised course, university programme or approved training pathway.

Email the right contact

Send your application directly to Alistair Starling, stating which Policy Researcher opportunity you are applying for.

Intern testimonials

What former interns say.

Past interns describe the experience as practical, hands-on, collaborative and unusually meaningful for an early-career role.

“The interns are well integrated in whatever is happening at European Diplomats. Working side-by-side with the more experienced colleagues taught me a lot.”

Sophie Policy Researcher

“My internship at European Diplomats was extremely insightful. I am grateful to have worked alongside experienced colleagues and learn as much as possible from everyone.”

Nadia Policy Researcher

“My internship at European Diplomats gave me responsibilities from day one. I was well supported, meaning that I was able to develop and acquire a whole range of skills.”

Ishwini Policy Researcher

“Working as an intern at European Diplomats has been an invaluable experience that exceeded my expectations. I was given the opportunity to contribute to various projects.”

Emilio Policy Researcher

“My internship gave me an excellent insight into the world of government relations and allowed me to build lasting relationships with highly knowledgeable professionals.”

Nedim Policy Researcher

“European Diplomats brings together the best of both worlds: the energy of a start-up and the wisdom of established agencies.”

Laura Policy Researcher

University recognition

Recognised by Humboldt University Centre for British Studies.

European Diplomats has been included in the Humboldt University Centre for British Studies Annual Report as one of its successful internship placement providers.

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Interested in joining European Diplomats?

Send a focused CV and short covering letter. Tell us which Policy Researcher opportunity you want, whether the internship forms part of a recognised education or training pathway, what you can do, and why the work fits your interests.

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