
Job description
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Description provided by SE3 Labs
Role
As Government Relations Intern at SE3, you will support and expand SE3's engagement with governmental institutions across Europe. You will contribute to strategic initiatives across Germany, the United Kingdom, the Nordics and Ukraine. This is a role with real responsibility from day one, at a company building some of the most advanced autonomous systems in Europe.
Support the development and execution of country-specific government engagement strategies across SE3's priority markets
Analyse national and European defence procurement frameworks, public funding instruments and regulatory developments, and translate insights into actionable strategic recommendations
Contribute to national and international public funding applications
Prepare briefings, background memos and strategic materials for senior-level meetings with public sector representatives
Your profile
Currently enrolled in a Master's degree in political science, international relations, public affairs, law or a related field
First-hand experience within a governmental institution e.g. federal ministry, parliament, EU body or international organisation
Strong understanding of European political institutions and defence policy landscapes
Native-level German and English (C2); French is a strong plus
Proactive, structured and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment; prior exposure to technology policy, defence innovation or entrepreneurial environments is a plus
Minimum 4 months, 6 months strongly preferred.
What we value
Ownership: take responsibility for outcomes and remove obstacles to delivery without requiring direction
Execution: convert discussions into clear decisions, decisions into deliverables
High standards: hold yourself and the team to a consistently high standard of work
Perks & benefits
31 paid days off: 30 vacation days plus your birthday off
Well-being access: free membership to gyms, yoga and wellness through EGYM Wellpass
Team offsites: 2 company retreats per year
About SE3
SE3 Labs develops foundational Spatial AI technology for autonomous systems. The software processes sensor data in real time into a three-dimensional operational picture, synchronised across all platforms. Operators command the entire fleet using natural language. One operator, many systems, maximum effect.
We combine deep scientific expertise, grounded in over a decade of leading research in AI and computer vision, with a clear focus on building systems that are proven in real-world environments.
Equal opportunity
SE3 is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Working student essentials
What this Operations internship in Munich means for you — pay rules, social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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