Internship HQ JFC Brunssum - Office of the Political Advisor (POLAD) at NATO

Brunssum, Limburg, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

1477.3

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Policy, Political Affairs, International Relations, Security Studies, Analytical Skills, Policy Writing, Current Events Awareness, Time Management, Teamwork, Computer Skills, Microsoft Office

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Internship - Office of the Political Advisor (POLAD) Primary Location: Brunssum, The Netherlands NATO Body: Headquarters Joint Force Command (HQ JFC) Brunssum Office: Political Advisor (POLAD) Schedule: Full-time Closing date for applications: 22 April 2026 Stipend: € 1477.30 (2026 rate) per month (taxable) Description: As an intern in the Office of the Political Advisor (POLAD) at HQ JFC Brunssum, you will help to monitor, analyze and assess the international security issues relevant to the JFC’s responsibilities. Part of that will be to ensure that the military focused work of the HQ is connected with the political context in which NATO operates. As such, you will be tasked with clarifying and analyzing the relevant political drivers and factors, and in this way contribute to the work of the HQ. In your time at JFC Brunssum, you will have the unique opportunity to work on classified projects and join a team of dedicated experts. About the internship: During this 6-month programme, starting 1 February 2027 until 30 July 2027, you will join the Office of the POLAD where you will be tasked with some of the following activities: conducting pertinent political and economic analysis on foreign policy and international security issues; delivering written and oral briefings on political issues and events that affect the HQ; producing and assisting in the drafting of policy papers on those issues; representing the POLAD at internal HQ meetings. The ideal candidate must: hold a Bachelor’s degree in the field of Public Policy, Political Affairs, International Relations/Security Studies or similar; for the whole period of the internship be enrolled in a Master’s study in the field of Public Policy, Political Affairs International Relations/Security Studies or similar. possess knowledge of international organisations including the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation; have good analytical skills; be able to produce policy papers in a timely manner; have a strong grasp of, and interest in current events related to world politics and international security; be able to effectively plan and organize the working time; have the ability to work under pressure. In addition, we are looking for candidates having the following desirable skills: strong computer skills (e.g. ECDL) including use of Microsoft Office package; be dynamic, self-motivated and personable with an ability to work in a team environment with people from diverse backgrounds. Stipend: You will be compensated at a fixed taxable rate of € 1477.30 (2026 rates), per month based on 37.5 hours internship work hours per week. We will also compensate you for travel costs to/from university to HQ JFC Brunssum (within set cap rates). Interns will be entitled to 2 days of leave for each full month (of 37.5 hours a week) of internship. How to apply: Complete the application form in the NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP) using the following link: https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/5/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en In the NTAP internship list, please select the HQ JFC Brunssum Office of the Political Advisor internship opportunity and apply. Add a motivation letter and CV/Resume as mandatory attachments to the application in NTAP. This one-page essay should include your motivation for an internship at NATO / HQ JFC Brunssum, your interests, expectations and objectives. Please note that only candidates fulfilling all eligibility criteria will be taken into consideration. Visit https://jfcbs.nato.int/contact for more information on internship criteria and requirements.

Responsibilities

Interns will monitor, analyze, and assess international security issues relevant to NATO's responsibilities. They will conduct political and economic analysis, deliver briefings, draft policy papers, and represent the POLAD at meetings.