Internship – Public Affairs & Partnership

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential defense technology organization in their search for a Public Affairs & Partnership Intern based in Paris. Our client is a rapidly scaling company operating in the autonomous systems and counter-drone space, working with NATO-aligned defense institutions across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of defense policy, military procurement, and emerging technology. You'll gain hands-on experience with defense tenders, strategic partnerships, and operational coordination within the European defense ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and identify relevant military tenders and calls for proposals from organizations such as DGA, European Defense Fund, and NATO
• Support preparation and submission of responses to identified defense tenders and procurement opportunities
• Track defense innovation programs and coordinate application processes
• Conduct defense intelligence gathering: track doctrinal evolutions in autonomous systems and counter-unmanned aerial systems operations
• Produce executive summaries on military requirements, threat assessments, and operational trends for senior leadership
• Engage with the defense industrial base including prime contractors, industry associations, and military R&D centers
• Coordinate across defense ecosystem stakeholders to support partnership development

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Master's degree program with focus in Defense & Security, International Relations/Security, or Public Affairs
• Deep understanding of French Armed Forces organization, military doctrine, and defense procurement processes
• Genuine interest and knowledge in military AI, drones, ISR systems, and counter-UAS operations
• Familiarity with defense tenders, public procurement procedures, and funding mechanisms
• Excellent writing skills with ability to produce military-grade documentation, technical responses, and operational briefings
• Comfortable engaging with military personnel, defense officials, and operational units
• Strong autonomy and initiative
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• French nationality (required for security clearance eligibility)
• High level of discretion and operational security awareness

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior defense experience through military service, reserves, or defense internships
• Existing relationships within French Armed Forces or DGA
• Experience with defense procurement responses or military project management
• Technical understanding of AI, computer vision, or robotics
• Knowledge of Ukrainian language and culture

How We Work With You

Get A Job.ai is managing this confidential search on behalf of our client. When you apply through our platform at getajob.ai, one of our specialized defense-sector recruiters will review your profile and conduct an initial screening. Strong candidates will then be presented directly to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client organization directly, as all applications must be submitted through Get A Job.ai to be considered.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are competitive with defense industry internship standards in the Paris market.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to inclusive hiring practices. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and work with our clients to ensure fair and equitable recruitment processes.