Santiago Alarcon
Brussels
Summary
Confident and results-driven analyst with a strong foundation in Law and European Studies. Experienced in studying and researching Europe's internal and external actions, with a proven ability to navigate complex policy landscapes. A skilled collaborator and team player with exceptional analytical and research expertise across diverse policy areas, committed to delivering excellence in every project.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Policy trainee
European Parliament
Brussels
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisting the daily activities of the Renew Europe policy advisors in the International Trade (INTA) and Development (DEVE) committees.
- Draft Urgency Resolutions and Briefing notes to be distributed among the group staff and members while meeting tight deadlines.
- Following ongoing files within both committees.
- Attending and following prep-meetings with MEPs and their staff.
- Provide assistance in the preparations for the Commissioner Hearings.
Research Trainee
Centre for European Volunteering
Brussels, Belgium
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Literature reviews and summaries: analyzed research on a specific topic to provide an overview of current knowledge and identify gaps or areas for further study
- Filtered articles: sorted through a large volume of articles or documents to identify and extract relevant or important information
- Authored a research paper: authored a research paper on best practices in voluntarism, phycological effects of lockdowns, and Urban agriculture
Education
Master of Arts - European Studies, European Governance, Sustainability in Europe
KU Leuven
Master of Laws - International Business Law
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Bachelor's - Law
Andrés Bello Catholic University
Skills
- Policy Analysis
- Public speaking
- Legislative Research
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Collaboration & Teamwork
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Policy trainee
European Parliament
08.2024 - 02.2025
Research Trainee
Centre for European Volunteering
10.2022 - 02.2023
Master of Laws - International Business Law
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Bachelor's - Law
Andrés Bello Catholic University
Master of Arts - European Studies, European Governance, Sustainability in Europe
KU Leuven
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