Join The Great Bubble Barrier in the fight against plastic pollution by supporting our Sales and Business Development team with a strategic lobbying agenda to protect our oceans and rivers.

As a Policy and Advocacy Intern, you will be part of an energetic team and gain valuable experience in policy research, and advocacy campaigns while contributing to a worthwhile cause.

The Great Bubble Barrier is a Dutch social enterprise, founded in 2017, which developed an effective technology to stop plastic pollution in rivers before it flows into our oceans, using bubbles. Our Bubble Barrier technology captures plastic across the entire width and depth of rivers, operates 24/7, and does not disrupt regular river activities.

You will be working on:

• Policy Research & Analysis – Conduct background research on emerging policy issues, analyse data, and summarise findings in reports or briefs to support decision-making.
• Policy Monitoring – Monitor relevant legislations, regulatory changes, and policy developments at local, national, and international levels, and provide updates
• Event & Meeting Coordination – Scheduling, organising and preparing for meetings with key stakeholders by providing research materials and assisting with the creation of the agenda.
• Advocacy Support – Helping to draft policy briefs, reports, and advocacy materials.

You will gain valuable experience in:

• Policy Research & Analysis
• Advocacy Strategy & Campaigns
• Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
• Public Policy & Government Relations
• Communication & Report Writing

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Basic knowledge or interest in policy-making, politics, market regulation, or circular economy.
• Strategic Skills: Strong writing and analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively. An active interest in global issues and challenges, their complexity and nuances
• Language Proficiency: Working proficiency in English
• Mission Alignment: Genuine interest in ocean health, sustainability, and preventing plastic pollution

Internship Requirements

• Working Hours: 32 working hours per week
• Location: Office-based with flexibility for remote work
• Permit: Based in the Netherlands with an EU working permit
• Duration: Available for a minimum of 12 weeks (3 months)

What we offer

• Allowance: 375 EUR gross per month 
• Additional benefits: 
  • Transport compensation of up to 100 EUR per month (public transport)  
  • Flexible work hours/working remotely possible  
  • Room for your ideas/creativity  
  • Free lunch, social drinks, and team events 

How to apply

Would this internship position suit you? Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter using this form.

Have a question? Send us an email at hr@thegreatbubblebarrier.com or visit our website www.thegreatbubblebarrier.com 

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As a social enterprise, our profits are directly invested back into our mission and the salary offered may not reflect those of a commercial entity.

 The Great Bubble Barrier is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity, regardless of sex, marital status, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristics unrelated to the performance of the job. Selection will be in accordance with objective, job-related criteria, and the appointment will be based on the applicant’s merits and abilities.