Digital Health Intern

Digital Health Intern

COCIR - European Coordination Committee of the Radiological, Electromedical and Healthcare IT Industry

Brussels, Belgium

COCIR is looking for a Digital Health Intern!

Start date: 2 February 2026

About COCIR

COCIR is the European Trade Association representing the medical imaging, health ICT, and electromedical industries. Founded in 1959, COCIR is a non-profit association headquartered in Brussels, with a China Desk in Beijing. COCIR is also a founding member of DITTA.

As a trusted key stakeholder in EU health policy, COCIR helps shape the future of healthcare, supporting sustainable health systems and delivering better outcomes for patients.

Role

COCIR is looking for a motivated Digital Health Intern to join our team! This internship offers hands-on experience in EU digital health policy and medical technology innovation. Interns will also gain exposure to multi-stakeholder coordination, contributing to COCIR’s objectives and interacting with EU institutions, industry, and other key stakeholders.

You will support COCIR’s digital health activities, working closely with and reporting to the Director of Innovation and Digital Health, as well as supporting the work of the Digital Health Committee and related Working Groups.

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Monitor EU digital health policies, regulations, and initiatives, including topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, interoperability, and health data;
• Conduct research and prepare briefs, summaries, and internal updates to support the work of the Digital Health Committee;
• Assist in drafting internal and external communications, including statements, position papers, newsletters, and presentations;
• Support the coordination and organisation of meetings, webinars, and working group activities;
• Track progress of digital health initiatives and contribute to maintaining documentation of ongoing projects;
• Represent COCIR in relevant external meetings or events, as required.

Profile

Education

• Student or recent graduate (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree completed or in progress) in Health Policy, Public Health, Biomedical Engineering, Digital Health, Health Informatics, European Affairs, or related fields;
• A strong interest in digital health, medical technology, and EU health policy is essential.

Experience

• Previous academic or professional experience related to digital health is an advantage.

Languages

• Excellent command of English, including writing and proofreading skills;
• Knowledge of other EU languages is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills;
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks;
• Proactive, curious, and motivated to learn in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Confident user of MS Office and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint); familiarity with other tools is a plus.

What we offer

• A 6-month, full-time paid internship in Brussels, with the possibility of teleworking. The contract will be administered through Brussels Formation;
• Hands-on experience in EU digital health policy and innovation;
• Exposure to high-level policy discussions and multi-stakeholder collaboration;
• A supportive and dynamic multicultural team environment;
• Work from COCIR’s Brussels office;
• This internship provides a unique opportunity to actively contribute to shaping EU digital health policy.

Application process

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please send your CV and a one-page cover letter combined in a single PDF file no later than 20 January 2026.

Please note that only EU nationals or candidates with a residence or work permit in Belgium will be considered.

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