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‍Government Affairs internship for Greece / Cyprus/ Malta & Adriatic’s

The internship is set to begin in January 2026 and will last for a duration of 12 months.

Come build community, explore your passions and do your best work at Microsoft with thousands of University interns from every corner of the world. This opportunity will allow you to bring your aspirations, talent, potential—and excitement for the journey ahead.

Microsoft is looking for a highly motivated and energetic candidate with a degree or a degree in development (close to finalizing) in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Digital Policy, or similar and 1- 2 years of internship / work experience, to join the International Government Affairs (IGA) Team Europe South, part of Microsoft’s Corporate, External and Legal Affairs (CELA) team. If you’re passionate and curious about techno-geopolitics and the positive societal and economic impact of technological advancement across the Mediterranean and Europe, then this position is a unique opportunity for you!

We live in a rapidly changing world. Advances in cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and even quantum are transforming how we live and work. Technology has the potential to drive immense social and economic progress across Europe – but it also raises complex questions and concerns that need to be addressed. The last three years we bore witness to the wider commercialization and dissemination of AI which has led us in a new era of techno-geopolitics. Digital security and sustainability remain top of mind.

About the role

As a Government Affairs intern, based in Athens, you will be part of Microsoft’s International Government Affairs (IGA) Europe South team working closely with the Government Affairs Lead for the Region, who covers Greece, Cyprus, Malta and the Adriatics (Albania, Bosnia Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia). You will be part of amplifying the policies and political activities that support the Region’s digital transformation and stability. Your work will contribute to the development of policy and regulatory frameworks that address key challenges and opportunities in the digital age primarily focusing on AI adoption, cybersecurity, sustainability (the twin transition), and digital skills In your work you will be supporting Microsoft’s efforts in the region to ensure AI is developed and deployed responsibly, fostering collaboration with governments and other stakeholders – both internal and external.

Succeeding in the role as GA intern involves the ability to act with agility and adapt quickly to shifting political and tech agendas, strengthen Microsoft’s network in the Region , and develop and manage projects across the Region. Over a 12-month period, you will gain unique insights and first-hand experiences in a fast paced and rapidly evolving environment in a company at the forefront of delivering the AI promise.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

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‍Responsibilities‍

Key Responsibilities

To support execution on the CELA top-priority campaigns/initiatives for achieving policy and/or political goals:

• Supporting development and execution of the regional Government affair plan aiming at accelerating AI adoption and digital transformation in the Region with a strong focus on enhancing cybersecurity and modernizing the public sector.  

• Coordination/ Project Management of our cross regional (Mediterranean) project.

• Perform political and regulatory monitoring and analysis, and draft position papers to support Microsoft’s regulatory and policy engagements in the Region. Coordinating and supporting external advocacy work in liaison with Microsoft’s office in Brussels in the transposition process of EU regulation into national law.. Help identify and develop new opportunities to advance the way we work to move with agility, speed, and effectiveness across the region incl. knowledge management and collaboration efforts to excel in adopting AI in our work.  

• Collaborating with key internal stakeholders from Microsoft’ business teams, NTO’s & NSO’s.

• Arrange events, meetings, and round tables with key stakeholders such as Industry Associations, Government officials, professional organizations, and NGO’s.  

• Support external communication efforts through drafting articles and blogs.

• Be responsible for accurately updating and maintaining internal IGA digital tools

Support in successfully landing executive visits in the Region, by assisting in drafting briefings, preparing presentations, handling logistics, and attending events.  

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Qualifications:

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• A degree or a degree in development (close to finalizing) in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Digital Policy, or something similar AND 1-3 years of internship / work experience.
• You must be legally authorised to work in Greece to be eligible for this role. (Legally authorised = has citizenship or has been granted a valid visa or work permit).
• Full professional proficiency in English and Greek (verbal and written)

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Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing and managing projects/initiatives/events, creating, and managing strategic partnerships and coalitions, and advocating public/tech policies.  

• A good understanding of the political and regulatory landscape as well as familiarity with the peculiarities and intrinsic characteristics of the political scene in the Region will be considered an asset.  

• Comfortable in using digital tools at work.  

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