RAND is a not-for-profit research institute with over 30 years of experience in conducting policy research for governments, international organisations, research councils, charitable foundations, and other organisations. We believe that good research helps shape sound answers to pressing societal challenges, ultimately making communities safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous in the future. RAND Europe has approximately 170 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands.
Our Brussels office hosts 14 members of staff and is primarily involved in research, business development and outreach for the EU institutions and other EU/European organisations.
The traineeship is designed to offer exposure to the various activities of a policy research institute. The assignment is an ideal transition for recent university graduates into the practical insights of policy research and policy making. This experience will provide valuable insights and useful contacts for your future career.

Key Responsibilities

You will be expected to support research staff in coordinating research projects, preparing research proposals (by drafting policy backgrounds on various topics), conducting desk research, monitoring and reporting on policy debates, organising and conducting interviews, and attending and reporting on workshops.
Requirements

• You will have a keen interest in cannabis policy and broader drug policy research
• You will have an outstanding academic record (Master’s degree or equivalent) and proven writing skills.
• You will have a familiarity with basic research principles and research methods
• You will be organised, willing to take initiative and a good team player.
• You will be proficient in computer office applications (at least MS Word, Power Point and Excel).
• Knowledge of EU policy making is an asset. The role is suited to a recent graduate with an interest in gaining experience in drug policy research, although we equally welcome applicants with diverse work experience.
• Finally, fluency in English is an absolute requirement.

If you feel that you have the qualities to be a part of our team please submit an application below. You will need to submit a CV and covering letter in English. Closing date for applications is 15th Dec 2024 with interviews to take place in the beginning of January 2025

Start date: February 2025 (ideally)
Duration: 6 months (possibility for extension if approved by Brussels Formation)
Remuneration: €1,300 gross per month
It is essential that applicants already have the right to work in Belgium.