Spring 2027: External Affairs Intern

Schedule: Full or Part Time (20-40 hours per week, unpaid internship)

Location: Washington, DC

The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the External Affairs team as an External Affairs Intern.

The External Affairs Intern(s) will contribute to CEPA’s strategic engagement efforts by supporting high-profile public and private events and assisting in strengthening the organization’s relationships with key congressional and policy stakeholders. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination within an international policy-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a keen interest in transatlantic relations and policy issues. The candidate must be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Assist in planning and coordinating CEPA’s events, including roundtables, panel discussions, workshops, and conferences;
• Provide logistical and administrative support for inperson and online events;
• Help maintain event documentation, including guest lists, agendas, and postevent reports;
• Coordinate communication with event speakers, participants, and stakeholders.
• Support outreach and engagement efforts, including invitations and event promotion;
• Monitor and provide technical support for virtual events (e.g., webinars and online meetings);
• Collaborate with the External Affairs team on strategic initiatives to enhance CEPA’s event impact;
• Draft invite list, language, and participants list for CEPA congressional engagements;
• Conduct background research on Members of Congress and their staff for meetings and events;
• Track congressional hearings, meetings, nominations and other events as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:
• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Event Management, Communications);
• Minimum junior or senior standing in undergraduate studies, or enrollment in a graduate program.
Skills:
• Strong organizational and project management abilities;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools (Teams).
• Familiarity with event platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams, or similar) and virtual event best practices;
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
Interest & Knowledge:
• Demonstrated interest in CEPA’s mission and focus areas, such as transatlantic relations and policy engagement;
• Basic knowledge of global and regional politics or public policy is a plus.
Professional Traits:
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Team player with a proactive approach;
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fastpaced environment.
Availability:
• Commitment to three months, with agreedupon hours per week, between 2040 hours;
• Ability to work in CEPA’s office or remotely, depending on role requirements.
About CEPA:

CEPA is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan organization, and its mission is to ensure a strong and democratic transatlantic alliance for future generations. Headquartered in Washington, DC and led by a new generation of leaders from both sides of the Atlantic, CEPA brings an innovative approach to the policy arena. Our cutting-edge analysis and timely debates galvanize communities of influence while investing in the next generation of leaders to understand and address present and future challenges to transatlantic values and principles.

Equal Opportunity:

CEPA is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, leave of absence, benefits, and internships. CEPA makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business necessity.