Carriere
Want to work with us?
We are a very diverse and highly motivated team who is dedicated to promoting the interests of our members and ensuring a viable, innovative, and sustainable agriculture and agrifood sector in the EU.
We are always looking for new people to join our team! Please check the categories below to see our currently open positions and send us your CV and cover letter any time via our simplified application procedure.
spontaneous application
Do you have a strong connection with agricultural and/or European affairs? We are always looking for new talent! Feel free to send us your CV along with a cover letter outlining your background.
Spontaneous application
Current Vacancies
Intern - Animal Health and Welfare
We are looking for a motivated INTERN to join our team and support activities linked to Copa-Cogeca work on EU policies related to both animal welfare and animal health. We welcome applications from students of Veterinary, Agronomy, or law, fluent in English. The internship is for a 4-5 months, starting early April 2026.
About the Role
The intern will work on: • Understanding EU policy building and advocacy • Analyzing legislative texts and positions linked to animal health and welfare • Helping to develop grass-rooted policy position on these topics • Translating technical and on the ground agricultural realities into easy to grasp arguments
Profile
A background in agriculture, veterinary studies, or in European law with a clear interest for the livestock sector
Strong analytical skills and attention to details
Excellent communication skills in English
IT skills, especially for excel and the analyses of surveys
Excellent soft skills – you enjoy meetings, teamwork, and cultural diversity
Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
What We Offer
A unique opportunity to have a direct look at EU agricultural policies building
A very international environment
A direct contact with the EU farming world
Mentoring and professional development
Reimbursement of your monthly public transport fee and 10€ for lunch
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a one page motivation letter to careers@copa-cogeca.eu with the subject line “Animal Health and Welfare Internship – [Your Name]”
- Location: Brussels
- Start date: early April
- Duration: 4-5months
- Open positions: 1