Benelux Communications Intern

Medtronic plc; Heerlen; Hybrid; EUR 3,300 - 7,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel costs reimbursement

Job summary

Medtronic plc in Heerlen, Netherlands, seeks a Communications Intern to support day-to-day corporate communications and campaigns across the Benelux region, collaborating with the Communications team and cross-functional stakeholders.

The 6‑month internship starts January/February 2027, is hybrid (about 2 days per week in the office), 40 hours per week, and offers travel cost coverage and kilometer reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current student in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field.
• Proficiency in English and Dutch.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with communications, digital media, or social media tools is an advantage.
• Understanding of corporate communications and social media channels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in an international environment.
• French proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support creation and adaptation of communications materials including articles and social content.
• Assist with media monitoring and social listening; identify coverage and trends.
• Support media relations and public relations activities and coordinate materials.
• Assist in planning and executing communication campaigns, events, and engagement initiatives.
• Conduct research and gather insights to support projects and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with communications colleagues and cross-functional teams in the Benelux region.

Skills

English

Dutch

French

Proactive

Organizational skills

Social media management

Education

Current student in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Social media tools

Job description

Medtronic plc in Heerlen, Netherlands, seeks a Communications Intern to support day-to-day corporate communications and campaigns across the Benelux region, collaborating with the Communications team and cross-functional stakeholders.

The 6‑month internship starts January/February 2027, is hybrid (about 2 days per week in the office), 40 hours per week, and offers travel cost coverage and kilometer reimbursement.