Communications Intern (convention d'immersion professionelle)

Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung (DSW); Brussel; Sur place; EUR 11 000 - 14 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

DSW Brussels is seeking a Communications Intern to support Advocacy and Communications on global health, gender equality, and youth empowerment. Based in Brussels, you will help develop outputs, newsletters, and social media content.

Under supervision of DSW’s Brussels office leadership, you’ll gain hands-on experience, work on media outreach, design assets, and monitor impact of campaigns. This approx. five-month internship runs until January 2027 with a monthly allowance.

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, journalism, EU policy, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree is sufficient).
• Strong editing, oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in R&I, global health, gender equality, and SRHR.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (Canva and/or Adobe Suite).
• Fluent oral and written English.
• Video-editing skills (Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software).
• Knowledge of the EU context – both EU media and policy environments.
• Knowledge of Mailchimp and email marketing tools.
• Work and residence permit for Belgium.

Responsabilités

• Supporting the development of communications outputs and social media presence on R&I, global health, gender equality, and SRHR.
• Assisting with drafting and distributing newsletters, op-eds, articles, publications and blog posts.
• Creating engaging content for social media channels (including LinkedIn, Instagram).
• Potentially video-editing of materials used as tools for advocacy.
• Supporting the coordination of design and visual assets (infographics, animated content) and liaising with external providers such as graphic designers.
• Identifying opportunities to engage with media and/or stakeholders on topics related to R&I, global health, gender equality, and women’s health.
• Proofreading and editing materials and publications.
• Media monitoring on relevant topics.
• Supporting the evaluation of the impact of communication outputs (social media campaigns, newsletters, videos, etc.) together with the Communications Officer.

Connaissances

Editing

Oral and written communication

Social media knowledge

EU policy familiarity

English fluency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, EU policy, or related field

Outils

Canva

Adobe Suite

Adobe Premiere Pro

Mailchimp

Description du poste

Communications Intern (approx. 5 months)

Based in Brussels, Belgium

Are you a creative, detail-oriented communicator with a passion for global health, gender equality, and youth empowerment? Join our Brussels-based team and help drive impactful advocacy work across Europe and beyond! As our Communications Intern, you’ll support both our Advocacy and Communications colleagues on topics ranging from global health research and innovation, women’s health and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) to gender equality.

Ideal start date: as soon as possible. End date: the contract can last until end of January 2027.

Gross monthly allowance under the official convention d’immersion professionnelle scheme: around 1,110 EUR

Under the supervision of DSW’s Brussels office leadership, and in close coordination with theAdvocacy & Communications Officer, your responsibilities will include

• Supporting the development of communications outputs and social media presence on R&I, global health, gender equality, and SRHR
• Assisting with drafting and distributing newsletters, op-eds, articles, publications and blog posts
• Creating engaging content for social media channels (including LinkedIn, Instagram)
• Potentially video-editing of materials used as tools for advocacy
• Supporting the coordination of design and visual assets (infographics, animated content) and liaising with external providers such as graphic designers
• Identifying opportunities to engage with media and/or stakeholders on topics related to R&I, global health, gender equality, and women’s health
• Proofreading and editing materials and publications
• Media monitoring on relevant topics
• Supporting the evaluation of the impact of communication outputs (social media campaigns, newsletters, videos, etc.) together with the Communications Officer

What you bring:

• University degree in communications, journalism, EU policy, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree is sufficient)
• Strong editing, oral and written communication skills
• Interest in R&I, global health, gender equality, and SRHR
• kowledge of social media platforms and digital savvy
• Fluent oral and written English
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (Canva and/or Adobe Suite)
• Supportive of DSW’s mission and vision
• Work and residence permit for Belgium
• Knowledge of the EU context – both EU media and policy environments
• Familiarity with email marketing tools (Mailchimp)
• Knowledge related to poverty alleviation, development cooperation, health-, research- and gender-related policy matters
• Video-editing skills (Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software)
• You’ll be part of a diverse, mission-driven organisation making a difference on global health, youth, and gender equality and human rights. We offer a collaborative environment, hands-on experience, and the chance to contribute to work that matters.
• Internship (CIP – convention d’immersion professionnelle) from as soon as possible until the end of January 2027
• A great multicultural team of compassionate colleagues that together create a supportive and friendly working environment
• DSW is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified personnel regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.