Funding, Grants & Strategic Partnerships Intern

Pacson Music School ASBL is a growing international music education and cultural nonprofit organization based in Brussels.

We are currently recruiting Funding, Grants & Strategic Partnerships interns starting in December 2026 to join our team and support the financial sustainability and long-term development of our organization.

As we expand our educational, artistic and cultural activities, we are looking for motivated students interested in fundraising, business development, nonprofit management and strategic partnerships.

Your Responsibilities

• Funding Research: Identify Belgian and European grants, subsidies and financial support programs available to nonprofit, educational and cultural organizations.
• Grant Applications: Assist with researching eligibility requirements and preparing funding applications and supporting documentation.
• Sponsorship Development: Research potential corporate sponsors, foundations and institutional partners.
• Strategic Partnerships: Identify collaboration opportunities with businesses, educational institutions and cultural organizations.
• Financial Research: Work alongside our finance team to support project budgets and funding proposals.
• Database Management: Create and maintain a structured database of funding opportunities, application deadlines and potential partners.
• Business Development: Research sustainable revenue streams and opportunities for organizational growth.
• Proposal Development: Help prepare presentations, sponsorship packages and partnership proposals.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with the management, marketing and finance teams on funding-related projects.

Team & Working Environment

You will join our international and collaborative team, working primarily at BECI – Brussels Chamber of Commerce, surrounded by entrepreneurs and business professionals.

You will work closely with our Founder & Director and collaborate with interns from other departments.

This internship offers the opportunity to gain practical experience in nonprofit funding, strategic research, partnership development and organizational growth, with guidance and supervision.

Internship Start: December 2026

Duration: Flexible, ideally until March 2027

Compensation: Completely unpaid academic internship, requiring an appropriate internship agreement and compliance with Belgian regulations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a motivated, analytical and resourceful student who is interested in fundraising, business development, strategic partnerships and nonprofit management.

Our ideal candidate:

• Currently studying Business Management, Economics, Finance, International Relations, Public Administration, Political Science or a related field.
• Has strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is interested in Belgian and European funding opportunities, grants, subsidies and sponsorship programs.
• Has excellent organizational skills and pays close attention to details and deadlines.
• Is comfortable conducting independent research and presenting findings clearly.
• Has strong written communication skills and an interest in preparing proposals, reports and presentations.
• Is proactive, resourceful and willing to take initiative.
• Enjoys collaborating with colleagues across finance, marketing, operations and management.
• Is comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and online research tools.
• Communicates confidently in English; French or Dutch is a strong advantage for researching Belgian funding opportunities.
• Is interested in entrepreneurship, cultural development, education and social impact.

Previous professional experience is not required. We value curiosity, initiative, critical thinking, accountability and a willingness to learn.

We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy identifying opportunities, developing practical solutions and contributing to the sustainable growth of an organization.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within an international team and welcomes constructive feedback.

Availability: Starting December 2026, with flexible internship dates depending on academic requirements.

Internship requirement: An appropriate academic internship agreement is mandatory. This is a completely unpaid internship, subject to applicable Belgian regulations.

What We Offer

We are currently recruiting Funding, Grants & Strategic Partnerships interns to join Pacson Music School starting in December 2026.

At Pacson Music School, we provide students with meaningful professional experience and the opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing international nonprofit organization.

What you can expect:

• Professional Working Environment: Work primarily at BECI – Brussels Chamber of Commerce, in a dynamic coworking environment surrounded by entrepreneurs and business professionals.
• Collaborative Team: Join our multicultural team and work alongside colleagues in finance, operations, marketing and management.
• Hands-On Fundraising Experience: Gain practical experience researching Belgian and European grants, subsidies, sponsorships and institutional funding opportunities.
• Direct Mentorship: Work closely with our Founder & Director, receiving guidance, supervision and regular feedback.
• Strategic Development: Learn how a nonprofit organization develops funding strategies, partnerships and sustainable revenue streams.
• Networking Opportunities: Gain exposure to Brussels' entrepreneurial ecosystem and potentially participate in relevant professional events.
• Professional Development: Strengthen your research, analytical, communication, proposal-writing and project management skills.
• Project Ownership: Take responsibility for clearly defined research projects, contribute ideas and help identify potential funding opportunities.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Understand how finance, marketing and operations contribute to the development of funding proposals and strategic partnerships.
• International Environment: Work with a diverse team of musicians, educators and professionals from different backgrounds.

Internship Conditions

• Start Date: December 2026.
• Duration: Flexible, ideally until March 2027.
• Location: Primarily BECI – Brussels Chamber of Commerce, Avenue Louise 500, 1050 Brussels, with occasional activities at Pacson Music School in Etterbeek.
• Schedule: Full-time or part-time, depending on academic requirements and the approved internship agreement.
• Compensation: Completely unpaid academic internship.
• Internship Agreement: An appropriate agreement with your university or educational institution is mandatory, subject to applicable Belgian regulations.

Our goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative learning environment where interns can develop professional confidence, gain valuable experience in nonprofit funding and strategic development, and contribute to meaningful educational and cultural projects.

We look forward to welcoming motivated students who are interested in fundraising, partnerships and helping Pacson Music School ASBL grow sustainably.