5 reasons to do your internship in Brussels
Are you looking for a dream city to do your internship... What if Brussels was the ideal destination? As the European capital, dynamic and committed, this city has more than one ace up its sleeve. Whether you come from Belgium or abroad, you may well find much more than just a line on your CV! In this article, we present you with 5 (excellent) reasons to settle in Brussels for your internship... Let's go! 🚀
An international city... but on a human 🌍 scale
Brussels is a bit like the whole world concentrated in a single city. European institutions, international NGOs, multicultural start-ups... Here you can hear English, French, Dutch and many other languages spoken around every corner. This is a real plus if you want to work in an international environment, meet a variety of profiles, or simply boost your open-mindedness (and your language skills!).
But what makes Brussels strong is also its human side. We are far from the stress of large cities. Everything is accessible by transport or bike, the neighborhoods each have their own atmosphere and you can really feel at home there quickly.
A student and accessible 🎓 city
With its many universities, colleges and training centres, Brussels welcomes thousands of students, both Belgian and international, every year. The result: a young and lively atmosphere, nice places to go out, work or meet people!
In terms of budget, the cost of living remains more reasonable than in other major European capitals. Student accommodation / kots are plentiful, transport is well connected, and you can even benefit from reduced rates for a lot of activities (public transport, free or reduced admission to most public museums in Belgium, discounts at the cinema, in some fast food restaurants and restaurants, Culture Card from your university,...)
A city where professional opportunities are real 🚀
An internship in Brussels is not just a parenthesis in your studies. This is often the starting point for a solid professional network, or even for a first job. Many organizations are looking to keep their interns or recommend them in their ecosystem if they are competent.
And as the Brussels entrepreneurial fabric is very interconnected, an internship can quickly open several doors for you. You make a good impression in a structure, you participate in a professional event, and presto: you meet the right person at the right time!
A (really) pleasant 🧘 ♀️ quality of life
Brussels is also a city where life is good. Parks everywhere, cultural events all year round, charming neighborhoods, an active nightlife... and a real diversity of styles and communities. Whether you're more of a chiller, creative, activist, food lover or jack-of-all-trades, there's bound to be a place for you!
And between two days of training, you can enjoy walks, concerts, free museums and other exhibitions, local markets... or simply a coffee in the sun (yes, there are sometimes!) on a Brussels terrace. We promise you, even under the clouds, Brussels has its charm!
A fertile ground for impact🌱 internships
Brussels is full of social enterprises, committed associations, sustainable start-ups and citizen initiatives. If you're looking for an internship that makes sense, where you can learn while contributing to a useful project... You've clearly come to the right place! 😎
At Meet My Job, there are dozens of opportunities every week in sectors such as the circular economy, ecological transition, education, health, sustainable food, etc. And the good news is that impact structures are often very open to motivated interns!
So, shall we meet in Brussels? Check out the internship offers right here !