Communications Internship at the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam!

Edelman Europe Holdings BV; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch on Monday

Monthly office borrels

Global network

Job summary

Edelman in Amsterdam is offering a fulltime internship where you’ll join client teams from day one, handling campaigns for leading brands. You’ll develop media strategies, write content, and learn to use AI to speed up research and idea generation under experienced consultants’ mentorship.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across earned, owned, social and digital media, while building a network across Edelman’s international teams.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Communications, Marketing or related HBO/WO programme.
• Speak and write fluent Dutch and English.
• Love following the news, social media and what's happening in culture.
• Enjoy writing and have an eye for detail.
• Take initiative and aren't afraid to share your ideas.
• Can juggle different projects and stay organised.
• Are curious about AI and excited to explore how new technologies are changing communications.
• Are looking for a Fulltime Internship starting September 1st.

Responsibilities

• Support account teams across local and international clients.
• Help develop media strategies, press materials and compelling story angles.
• Write and adapt content for media, social and digital channels.
• Research brands, industries, culture and emerging trends to fuel creative thinking
• Collaborate with experienced consultants to bring ideas to life.

Skills

Curious

Proactive

Writing skills

Organised

Education

Communications/Marketing HBO/WO program

Tools

AI tools

Job description

About Edelman

Edelman is the world's largest independent, family-owned communications firm, trusted by iconic brands such as Microsoft, Unilever, Starbucks, and Heineken to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful impact. Our name is synonymous with trust, and we are reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action.

Our culture is built on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. These principles shape how we work with our clients, our communities, and each other.

At Edelman, we believe diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) strengthen our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

What You'll Do

You’ll be part of client teams from day one, working on campaigns for some of the world's most exciting brands and organizations. You’ll take ownership of real projects and collaborate with experienced consultants to bring ideas to life.

Work with clients

• Support account teams across local and international clients.
• Spot what's happening in the news and social conversations, turning insights into opportunities.
• Help develop media strategies, press materials and compelling story angles.
• Research brands, industries, culture and emerging trends to fuel creative thinking

Create great work

• Write and adapt content for media, social and digital channels.
• Support product launches, influencer campaigns and events from idea to execution.
• Brainstorm fresh concepts and bring new ideas to the table. We love people who ask "what if?"

Put AI to work

AI isn't a buzzword here. It's part of how we work.

• Experiment with AI tools to speed up research, uncover insights and generate creative ideas.
• Learn how to use AI responsibly for content creation, media analysis and campaign planning.
• Help us test new tools and smarter ways of working in communications.

What You'll Learn

An internship at Edelman is designed to give you hands‑on experience, not just something that looks good on your CV.

• Work on integrated campaigns across earned, owned, social and digital media.
• Learn how some of the world's biggest brands build reputation and tell stories.
• Develop your writing, strategic thinking and presentation skills.
• Discover how AI is reshaping communications and how to use it effectively in your daily work.
• Receive coaching from experienced consultants who want to help you grow.
• Build a network that extends far beyond your internship.

Who You Are

You don't need to know everything yet. We're looking for people who are curious, proactive and excited to learn.

• Are currently studying Communications, Marketing or a related HBO/WO programme.
• Speak and write fluent Dutch and English.
• Love following the news, social media and what's happening in culture.
• Enjoy writing and have an eye for detail.
• Take initiative and aren't afraid to share your ideas.
• Can juggle different projects and stay organised.
• Are curious about AI and excited to explore how new technologies are changing communications.
• Are looking for a Fulltime Internship starting September 1st.

What's in It for You?

• Real responsibility. You'll contribute to client work from your very first week.
• Learn by doing. Work alongside experienced consultants who'll mentor and challenge you.
• AI-first experience. Get hands-on with the latest AI tools and learn how they're transforming communications.
• Big brands, real impact. Build campaigns for leading local and global clients.
• Global connections. Collaborate with colleagues across Edelman's international network.
• Future opportunities. Many of our interns go on to build their careers at Edelman.
• Free lunch on Monday and monthly office borrels.
• A team you'll actually enjoy. We work hard, celebrate wins together and make sure internships are fun as well as meaningful.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.