Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Belgium
1 Place du Congrès, Brussels
Overview
In the aftermath of the recent financial crisis, the G20 has committed to leave no area of the financial markets unregulated. As a result, a sweeping wave of regulatory initiatives has made policy research on European capital markets even more important. The European Capital Markets Institute (ECMI) conducts original research into European capital markets, thereby informing current debate and policy-making. Through its various activities, ECMI acts as a focal point for interaction between market participants, policy-makers and academics. ECMI is managed and staffed by the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) in Brussels. ECMI welcomes applications for its Research Traineeship Programme.
Details
The programme is intended for current master’s students who wish to further develop their analytical, drafting and networking skills in a leading European think tank. An agreement will be drafted between ECMI/CEPS and the candidate’s university.
The trainee will be able to gain insights into financial markets and their functioning and the relevant regulatory/policy framework by contributing to the day-to-day work of ECMI alongside the general manager and the research/administrative staff. The trainee will be provided with office space, available data resources and computing facilities and will receive a monthly allowance.
Responsibilities
- Compiling and interpreting data on capital markets (ECMI Statistical Package & Findings)
- Drafting commentaries and policy briefs on specific topics
- Supporting the team in helping to organise seminars/conferences/task forces
How to apply
The candidate will submit:
- Letter of motivation and detailed CV
- Letter of recommendation from a professor or researcher familiar with the candidate’s work
- 1-2 recent writing samples
Applications should be submitted by email at ecmi@ceps.eu.
Note: The preferred period of the traineeship runs from early June to the end of November. Nonetheless, we encourage applications throughout the year. They will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the selected candidates will be contacted for the interview stage.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
The candidate should:
- Be currently enrolled in an MA/ MSc in Economics/Finance/Statistics and show a strong interest in capital markets.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of financial instruments/intermediaries and be familiar with financial/macro-economic databases.
- Possess a working knowledge of MS Office and statistical/econometrics software.
- Show an advanced command of English with proven drafting ability.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
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