by Sevim Aktas
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Welcome to
inside eu climate & careers
Simplifying EU policies, careers, and climate action -so you can grow, lead, and make an impact.
What’s Inside EU?
Climate policy briefs: Clear insights into EU climate and energy policies.
Career tips & tools: Internship and job tips to help you stand out.
Reflections: Personal insights on making sense of the world.
Run by Sevim Aktas, Inside EU empowers students, young professionals, and changemakers to build impactful futures.
About Sevim Aktas
Helping you navigate Europe’s big ideas.
Sevim Aktas is the founder of Inside EU Climate & Careers – a fast-growing platform helping young professionals decode EU climate policies and unlock sustainability career opportunities.
Recognised as a Rising Leader, Sevim is:
Policy Officer in the department of Climate Action at the European Commission.
Co-chair of Brussels New Generation (BNG) – a leading network of young professionals shaping Europe’s future.
The youngest co-author of Delivering a Climate Neutral Europe (2024) – a flagship publication on EU climate policies.
Featured in the Dutch Embassy’s Promising Women Exhibition (2023) – celebrating trailblazing women driving change.
Advisory board member for The Nine and DE/MO Foundation – organisations pioneering impact.
Mission & vision
As the first civil servant to create institutional content on Instagram, my goal is to empower the next generation of climate leaders through accessible insights, policy education, and practical career advice - turning complex EU topics into actionable knowledge.
Breaking barriers
I simplify complex EU policies, making them relatable and actionable to rebuild trust and inspire engagement.
Empowering growth
From policy briefs to career tips, my content equips young professionals with tools to level up their careers and drive sustainability forward.
This work is more than communication - it’s about democratising knowledge and building a future where policy is accessible, relatable, and impactful.
The impact so far:
Helped hundreds of young professionals successfully apply for EU jobs and traineeships.
Supported followers in transitioning to sustainability-focused careers.
Built a 34k-strong community committed to climate action and professional growth.
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Turning ambition into action.
Two transformative programs are on the horizon – designed to help you take the next step, stand out, and succeed.
Stay tuned – your next opportunity is closer than you think.
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