Policy Intern

The policy intern will work closely with our Chief Policy Officer and receive mentorship on how to approach legal, policy, and governance questions in the field of digital regulation.

Key responsibilities

The intern will assist with:

• Conducting desk research on legal, policy, and regulatory questions related to online harms and threats to online information integrity.
• Monitoring policy and regulatory developments related to online harms and digital regulation.
• Preparing short summaries, briefings, and background notes for the policy team.
• Supporting the drafting and editing of reports and presentations.
• Assisting with project management and maintaining internal databases related to specific projects.

Candidate profile

We are looking for someone who is detail oriented, reliable, and able to work carefully with complex policy material.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• A legal, public policy, political science, technology policy, or related academic background.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the the ability to summarise complex legal and policy developments clearly and concisely.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with the Digital Services Act, knowledge of EU institutions, and the policy and regulatory landscape surrounding digital regulation would be an advantage.

What we offer

The internship offers:

• Practical experience in research, policy analysis, and report preparation.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals working at the intersection of law and policy.
• A deep dive into a crucial area of digital policy in the European Union.
• A supportive environment for learning how to think through complex policy problems and communicate findings effectively.

Practical details

• Position: Policy intern
• Field: Digital policy, law, public policy, platform regulation
• Location: Remote.
• Eligibility: Applicants must be based in the European Union, and must be able to undertake the internship lawfully.
• Duration: Minimum 6 months*
• Start date: September 2026 onwards*
• Time commitment: Minimum 3 days a week
• Compensation: Starting from EUR 500*
  

*Details may be adjusted depending on the candidate’s availability and profile.

Please send the following materials to policy@checkfirst.network with the subject line “Application for Policy Intern”:
– A short CV (no more than 2 pages) highlighting relevant experience
– A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role and relevant background

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.