Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions. With more than 50,000 employees, we operate in around 50 countries. Our core products include cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt. We are proud to lead the way in sustainability, placing climate protection, energy, the circular economy, infrastructure, and markets for sustainable products at the heart of our strategy.

At our Brussels-based EU Office, we represent Heidelberg Materials in the European policy arena, focusing on the sustainable transformation of our industry.

We are currently offering a traineeship opportunity (minimum 6 months) for a motivated and dynamic candidate to join our team.

STUDENT TRAINEESHIP

EU PUBLIC AFFAIRS

5 days/week

Your tasks & responsibilities:

• You will support our Public Affairs team in monitoring and analyzing EU-level policy and regulatory developments relevant to the construction and building materials sector;

• You will conduct background research and contribute to the preparation of briefings, position papers, internal presentations and high-level events;

• You will also help organize internal and external meetings, events, and advocacy activities;

• You will assist with internal coordination across company departments;

• You will join external meetings with policymakers, associations, think tanks, NGOs, and industry partners;

• You will have the opportunity to gain insight into key EU policy areas including climate, energy, industrial strategy, circular economy, and sustainable finance.

Requirements

Your profile:

• You have an academic background in political science, EU studies, law, environmental or sustainability studies, economics, communications, or a related field.

• You demonstrate a strong interest in European politics, industry and climate policy, and sustainability;

• You speak and write fluently in English (working language); knowledge of other EU languages will be an asset;

• You have solid research and analytical skills, a strong attention to detail and the ability to summarize complex information clearly;

• You work with a proactive attitude, in a collaborative spirit, and you excel in organization;

• You are proficient with the Microsoft Office package (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook);

• A previous experience in a political, corporate, or institutional environment will be considered as an advantage.

   

Our offer:

• A 6-months paid traineeship with possible extension (Professional Immersion Agreement / Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle - CIP), in the heart of the EU quarter in Brussels;

• a first-hand experience at the interface of industry and EU policymaking;

• A unique opportunity to contribute to the sustainable transformation of one of Europe’s key industrial sectors;

• A stimulating, international working environment with a motivated and experienced team.

Ready to embark on this adventure with us?

Click on the button hereunder to apply now!

At Heidelberg Materials Benelux, we support an inclusive working environment, where diversity is an asset and your individuality contributes fully to our collective success.