Vacancy

Internship in the Economic Governance Department

ADE is one of Europe’s leading consultancies in external relations and development finance. We are based in Louvain-la-Neuve, near Brussels, Belgium.

We support decision-makers in formulating, monitoring, implementing, and evaluating public policies and programmes. Our core values – Excellence, Ethics, Entrepreneurial Spirit, and Team Spirit – guide our work.

Our clients include the European Commission, the African Development Bank, the European Investment Bank, the World Bank, bilateral development banks and cooperation agencies, ministries in Southern countries, private foundations, and NGOs.

We offer a unique working environment at the intersection of research and consultancy, where your contributions help drive meaningful change.

ADE is structured in different departments: Impact, Evaluation, Agriculture and Rural Development, Humanitarian Action and Economic Governance. The Economic Governance department provides technical assistance and undertakes studies, evaluations, and diagnostics related to Public Financial Management and macroeconomic reforms. Supports the design and implementation of budget support operations.

What you will do:

As an intern at ADE, you will actively participate in a variety of projects and business development activities. More specifically, you will contribute to:

• Support to tendering processes, including support to search of expertise, budget preparation and proposal writing.
• Support to project management, including support to project administration and financial management
• Quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, including data collection and analysis using various tools and methodologies.
• Participating in report drafting and contributing to the creation of visualizations for client presentations.
• Contributing to other ADE activities, such as knowledge dissemination

We are looking for a candidate with:

MAIN SKILLS REQUIRED

• Currently studying for a Master’s university degree, in Economics, Political Sciences, or similar (at least with Economics as a minor) – student status is mandatory
• Solid research and writing skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Outstanding analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams
• Good command of the main computer software packages (Word, PPT, and Excel)
• Excellent level of written and spoken English; other languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) are a plus

WOULD BE AN ASSET

• Knowledge and interest in PFM, macroeconomic reforms, and budget support operations
• Strong interest in business development
• Strong skills in economic analysis

What we offer:

• A challenging internship that complements your academic studies.
• The opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a leading consultancy specializing in external relations and development finance.
• Exposure to international donors, such as the EU, providing insight into global development work.
• Experience working in an international environment with highly qualified colleagues, helping you expand your professional network.
• The chance to develop both your soft and technical skills, applying them across different sectors and interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• A positive and supportive working environment within a dynamic and collaborative team.
• A hybrid and flexible work model to accommodate your academic schedule.
• A stipend to support accommodation, transport, and meals during your internship

How to apply?

Please send a CV and 1-page cover letter in English to hr@ade.eu. Early applications are encouraged, as we will review applications on a rolling basis.

In your cover letter, please specify your preferred starting date.

The internship is based in Belgium. We look for candidates interested in doing a 5 to 6 months internship.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.