Research Unit

The Directorate-General for Infrastructure and Logistics (DG INLO) contributes to the effective technical and administrative management of infrastructure and logistics (catering, removals, furniture, transport, etc.) within and between the Parliament's workplaces. Our DG is also responsible for managing the equipment and services necessary for the functionality of these buildings. Through their efforts, the staff of DG INLO provides essential support for the European Parliament's political activities.

Within DG INLO, the newly-formed Research Unit is responsible for forward-looking thinking on buildings, in support of the operational directorates. It works in particular on environmental aspects relating to energy, circularity, building adaptation processes and other aspects of sustainability. It bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation. The unit works closely with the project and facility management teams at our Brussels, Luxembourg and Strasbourg sites.

The trainee will assist our team in researching certain topics, taking part in meetings with consultants and sustainability experts. The successful candidate will be involved in collecting and sharing information, critically analysing data and information received, writing reports and, where appropriate, organizing events, workshops or training courses related to the unit's activities.

As Head of the Unit in charge of Building Research and Development, I am looking for an engineer and/or architect with an interest in sustainability issues and a basic knowledge of one or more technical construction disciplines (architecture, structure, HVAC, electricity, sanitation, electromechanics, environment ...).

Knowledge of building energy performance, climate simulations and the use of renewable resources would be highly appreciated.

Although several languages ​​practiced in the unit, a good command of the French or English is necessary. Good communication skills both oral and written are requested. The person I will retain will be part of the team under my supervision and will have the opportunity to apply his/her skills to sustainability issues. He or she should be dynamic, show initiative and enjoy working in a team. The traineeship will be an opportunity to work in a multicultural context and to approach the reality of the European institutions from inside. As part of the selection, I may ask the applicant to provide me with more detailed information on the work and researches already carried out.