Supply Chains Intern

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented person to assist in our Supply Chains team from mid-May 2026.

Location

Brussels, Belgium

SolarPower Europe is a member-led association representing the European solar PV sector. SolarPower Europe's aim is to ensure that more energy is generated by solar than any other energy source by 2030 and lead our members to make solar the core of a smart, sustainable and inclusive energy system. We are an award-winning association and have over 300 members spanning 35 countries. We aim to produce thought-leading energy market analysis and support the business of our members through creative and successful advocacy campaigns.

Are you an enthusiastic and mission-driven person that wants to support SolarPower Europe's work in policy analysis, advocacy and project management? As an intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Supply Chains team and managing relationships with our members. You will work in a dynamic environment and be part of a multicultural team in Brussels. If you are a highly detail‑oriented person, possess very good knowledge of the European Union and bring in a solid technical understanding of energy technologies, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Job responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chains at SolarPower Europe, the Supply Chains Intern will support the work of the Supply Chains team, the work of SolarPower Europe's Manufacturing Workstream and the representation in the European Solar PV Industry Alliance. The responsibilities of the position include the following:

• Contributing to the organisation, preparation, participation in, and follow‑up of Workstream meetings in the Manufacturing Workstream;
• Supporting the creation of deliverables on European solar PV supply chains and ensuring full coordination with the SolarPower Europe Supply Chains Team;
• Supporting SolarPower Europe's work and representation in the European Solar PV Industry Alliance;
• Documenting and following up on key actions and decisions from Workstream meetings and from the European Solar PV Industry Alliance;
• Preparing necessary presentation materials and speaking notes for meetings;
• Building, maintaining, and expanding a strong network in the field of supply chains and solar manufacturing in Brussels and among SolarPower Europe's members;
• Contributing to the content and drafting of SolarPower Europe's deliverables (e.g., presentations, reports);
• Performing other ad hoc tasks as required, such as providing organisational and logistical support for events, workshops, and business trips, as well as supporting administrative and business operations functions in the Supply Chains Team;
• Experience working with various cultures would be an advantage.

Profile

The ideal candidate has the following professional profile:

• A bachelor-level degree in a relevant discipline: Energy Technology, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Political Science, Renewable Energies or similar;
• Passion for the energy transition and solar manufacturing;
• Some technical knowledge about renewable energy technology, EU policy, and regulation;
• A diligent, reliable and result-oriented attitude;
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Demonstrated project management and coordination skills;
• Strong English writing skills and attention to detail;
• An excellent customer-focused approach;
• Good networking and interpersonal skills;
• Confidence in using Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• Proficiency in English.

Nice-to-have:

• Fluency in any other language. French, Spanish, or German is an asset;
• Experience of supporting event organisation is a plus.
• Experience or academic background related to EU institutions would be an asset.

What you will gain:

• First‑hand insights into EU energy, and solar PV supply chains policy, including direct exposure to high‑level discussions within the European Solar PV Industry Alliance, SolarPower Europe's Manufacturing Workstream or at events;
• Practical experience in project coordination, stakeholder management, and advocacy, working closely with the Head of Supply Chains, policymakers, and companies in one of Europe's most dynamic renewable energy sectors;
• Professional growth in a multicultural, open and positive environment, developing technical, analytical, and soft skills.

Our offer

• A 6-month contract starting in mid-May 2026 (contract d'immersion professionelle);
• Employee benefits paid by SolarPower Europe make this offer even more attractive: public transportation allowance, work from home allowance, dental and hospitalization insurance, and lunch vouchers.

Solar for All - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the heart of our mission to ensure that solar is at the core of a smart, sustainable and inclusive energy system. The more diverse our team, the more unique perspectives and ideas we can share to move this mission forward.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences to help make this a reality.

Application

A CV (maximum 2 pages) should be sent to [email protected] until 5 April 2026 quoting "Supply Chains Intern" in the subject line. Any writing samples you may have (e.g. blog posts, articles, essays) are welcome as part of your application but not mandatory.

Note that while we recognise the role of generative AI tools within the workplace, we would like your cover letter to share and demonstrate your unique perspective and approach to the role. For this reason, we discourage overreliance on such tools in your application.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.