UK & Europe Policy Internship 2022

Access Partnership is the world’s leading tech policy consultancy. We serve companies, governments and non-governmental organisations by creating a policy environment maximising consumer access to technologies. We strive for Fair Tech: policy embracing technology's potential on a socially and environmentally sustainable basis. We do this by analysing global trends for the risks and opportunities they create for our clients, identifying strategies to mitigate risks and create opportunities in policy and regulation. Our clients use our unique mix of public policy, compliance, engineering and economic expertise to achieve their goals. 

With offices in London, Brussels, Singapore, Washington, Abu Dhabi and Johannesburg, and a network of specialists able to tap major and emerging markets worldwide, we are globally effective and looking for the right talent to fuel our rapid growth.

About UK & Europe Team

We support all businesses and organisations with a stake in tech policy, focusing on both the UK (London) and Europe (Brussels and member states). Our expert team covers sectors including cybersecurity, privacy, cloud procurement, telecom, space and trade. With the most innovative companies in the world, we engage with key stakeholders to shape legislation and regulation. Our team develops advocacy campaigns and policy strategies to support client interests.

What you can expect to be doing

• Gathering and synthesising news reports and legislative developments across a number of markets, with a specific focus on Westminster and Brussels.
• Liaising with stakeholders to organise and facilitate meetings on behalf of clients.
• Supporting an analyst(s) in carrying out research on government policies, regulations and consultations.
• Planning and carrying out internet-based research to identify policy information from a variety of news sources.
• Carrying out market research on different services in the IT and telecoms sectors and helping to spot emerging trends.

What you will bring

• Very good oral and written communication skills in English.
• An ability to condense, structure and summarise information into clear and concise elements.
• Interest in world affairs or government policy.
• Good IT skills essential (Microsoft Word and Excel in particular).
• Good knowledge of social media and blogs an advantage.
• Graduate degree in policy, economics, international relations or related disciplines.

What we offer

Our diverse international client base of technology giants and start-ups will provide the opportunity to work on multiple international projects on behalf of some of the industry’s leading companies. Our firm boasts a collaborative working environment, social events and a robust support system. We are committed to providing training and professional development for all colleagues.

Benefits

• We pay Real London Living Wage for this internship
• 25 days holiday allowance (excluding bank holidays) pro-rated