About this role
Who we are:
Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
More about the role:
We are looking for an intern to join our Healthcare Team in Brussels for a 6-month paid internship, starting immediately (January 2026).
We advise our clients on their public affairs and corporate communications programs at the global, pan-European, and EU levels and help them navigate EU legislative and regulatory developments through effective advocacy, public relations, thought leadership and stakeholder engagement. Our clients are drawn from many sectors including pharma & consumer health.
Over the course of six months, the successful candidate will gain insight into the workings of a global communications agency and develop the skills necessary to pursue a career in consultancy.
What you'll do:
Research & monitor policy developments on healthcare issues at EU, national and international levels.
Support client work and the implementation of public affairs and communications strategies, including:
- Mapping relevant stakeholders
- Preparing technical briefings
- Attending and organising events and conferences
- Writing meetings/events’ reports
- Contributing to new business proposals
Experience that contributes to success:
- Knowledge and a keen interest in EU policy and decision-making processes, with a focus on healthcare issues.
- Further university education in European studies with if possible, a focus on health sciences.
- Previous public affairs professional experience in an EU institution, regulatory organisation, trade association, advocacy organisation (NGO), company or consultancy is desirable (but not essential).
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Proactive, resourceful and a team player.
- Critical thinking with a desire to learn in a fast-paced and international environment.
- Familiarity with digital and social campaigns/tools is an advantage.
- Excellent spoken and written English – other European languages would be an asset
What we offer:
- A fixed term duration contract of 6 months under Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle - CIP contract;
- A stimulating work experience within an EU affairs office and multicultural environment (+20 nationalities);
- Training opportunities
- Knowledge and a keen interest in EU policy and decision-making processes, with a focus on healthcare issues.
- Further university education in European studies with if possible, a focus on health sciences.
Practicalities:
Start date – ASAP (January 2026)
Please note the following:
- the CIP convention excludes any internships for which the intern receives academic credit or undertakes as a part of a degree.
- in order to be eligible for a CIP convention, the candidate must have the right to work full-time in Belgium.
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You belong at Burson:
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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About Burson
Burson is the global leader in communications, purpose-built to create value for our clients through reputation. We reinvent how reputation creates competitive advantage for our clients, so they can lead today and far into the future.
What you'll do
- The intern will research and monitor policy developments on healthcare issues and support client work by implementing public affairs and communications strategies. Responsibilities include mapping stakeholders, preparing briefings, and attending events.
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