What do you work with?

I am Deputy Head of Unit in the AI Office of DG Connect. We work with AI for the societal good, which means that we develop AI tools and models that would help society and will be of the service of the public good.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

What’s nice about working in the Commission is that it’s multicultural, so you get to know people from all over Europe, and the world, who work in this organisation. You learn a lot about the different cultures in Europe, and this is a daily source of stimulation in your work. You also have the opportunity to learn new languages.

Another thing is that you are never bored because the work we do is multifaceted. You receive new tasks all the time, and you can move between many different jobs, so there are plenty of opportunities to develop and move forward.

One tip for someone considering applying for the ICT competition?

I think it’s very good to look at what we are posting on social media, on our website and, of course, at all the posts on X and LinkedIn, because they really give an impression of what we’re working on at the moment. Then, I don’t think it’s a bad idea to actually contact somebody, if you have the possibility, who already works here. Don’t be shy; it’s always a good occasion to get some more insight into what the job is about.

Helen, Deputy Head of Unit, DG Connect

Country of origin: Sweden