Materials & Substances Intern – (Technical Regulations)

FEATURED JOB Full TimeMaterials & Substances Intern – (Technical Regulations)Internship & GraduateBrussels, BelgiumPosition closing date: December 6, 2025Apply nowJob DescriptionBased in Brussels, CLEPA, the European association of automotive suppliers, is looking to hire an intern (under a Belgian Convention d’immersion professionnelle contract) with a science background to join its Technical Regulations department, within the “Materials & Substances” domain.The internship will focus on a range of regulations and topics, including hazardous materials and substances, REACH, PFAS, plastics, batteries, circularity, end-of-life, recycling, eco-design for road transport vehicles and their components.The selected candidate will help monitor key regulatory developments in the automotive sector, coordinate member working group activities, support specific projects, and assist in organising international meetings.Responsibilities– Support and facilitate the daily organisation of the CLEPA expert group on “Materials & Substances”, including efficient meeting preparation and management (agenda, minutes, documents, research, follow-up)– Monitor the development of European and international automotive policies, regulations and roadmaps– Help develop and communicate the Association’s positions to inform institutions and other stakeholders– Help maintain good relations with institutions such as ECHA and the European CommissionQualificationsFor this highly interesting and varied role, we seek an individual with a willingness to develop quickly in a fast-paced environment, and with affinity with automotive technology solutions and an interest in regulatory affairs in an international setting. Typically, candidates would be expected to have a genuine interest in road transport and mobility, particularly in chemicals, materials and circularity.– University degree in material sciences, chemistry or similar– Very good verbal and written communication skills in English (additional knowledge of other EU languages is a plus)– Team player with ability to support groups in a consensus-oriented way– Positive, pro-active, enthusiastic self-motivating attitude– Availability to travel on short trips within the EUPrior experience as an intern and insight in the topics of relevance for the job is considered an asset (e.g. understanding the principles for technical product certification and of European legislative processes).What Does CLEPA Offer– Belgian Convention d’immersion professionnelle contract– Excellent prospects for medium- to long-term engagement and career growth– Starting date: Negotiable– Hybrid working conditions– A highly interesting role with the possibility to build relevant experience in a dynamic international environment, in one of the largest and most progressive industries in EuropePlease send your motivation letter and CV as soon as possible to: recruitment@clepa.be CLEPA is dedicated to cultivating a multicultural work environment and ensuring equal opportunities in all aspects of its operationsAbout CLEPACLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, represents over 3,000 companies supplying state-of-the-art components and innovative technologies for safe, smart, and sustainable mobility.CLEPA brings together over 120 global suppliers of car parts, systems, and modules and more than 20 national trade associations and European sector associations. CLEPA is the voice of the EU automotive supplier industry linking the sector to policy makers.