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Internship opportunities
The Embassy of Belgium in Singapore offers internship opportunities for Belgian master students interested in diplomacy and international affairs. All Embassy internships are unpaid and must be conducted within the framework of an academic programme. Interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and insurance arrangements.
Please note that Singapore is a very expensive city, particularly regarding housing costs, and the Embassy cannot provide any financial support. Interns must ensure they have sufficient financial resources and comprehensive health insurance for the full duration of their stay.
There are two internship cycles each year:
- September to December
- March to June
All applications must be submitted exclusively through the eStage platform.
Political & Economic Section
Period: March-June 2027 (3 months - flexible start)
Unpaid internship in Singapore
The Embassy of Belgium in Singapore is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated intern to support its Political & Economic Section. The internship offers valuable exposure to the daily work of a diplomatic mission, including political monitoring, public diplomacy, and communication in one of Asia’s most dynamic environments.
The internship is unpaid and must be part of a higher‑education programme. Candidates are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and insurance arrangements. Please note that Singapore is a very expensive city, particularly regarding housing costs, and the Embassy cannot provide any financial support. Interns must ensure they have sufficient financial resources and comprehensive health insurance for the full duration of their stay.
Main Responsibilities
- Monitor local and regional developments relevant to Belgium and prepare short summaries and notes.
- Support the drafting of political and economic reports.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of public diplomacy and cultural events (e.g. EU Film Festival, Francophonie Festival).
- Contribute to the Embassy’s external communication, including social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram).
- Create visuals and digital material for communication using tools such as Canva.
- Participate in internal and external meetings, conferences, and seminars and prepare brief reports.
- Provide general administrative and logistical support when needed.
Profile
- Ongoing studies in a relevant field (international relations, political science, law, economics, communication, etc.).
- Excellent command of English; good knowledge of French or Dutch (knowledge of both is an asset).
- Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.
- Creativity and familiarity with social media or basic design/video editing tools are a plus.
Application
Please submit applications through: https://estage.diplomatie.be by 15 October 2026
- Your CV
- A tailored motivation letter, including the preferred internship period and reasons for applying to the Embassy of Belgium in Singapore.
- An enrolment certificate or letter from your university, confirming that you are registered as a student during the full period of the internship.
The internship must be part of a higher‑education programme; therefore, proof of enrolment in a Belgian higher‑education institution is required.
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