Global Communications Intern

Remeha; Apeldoorn; Hybrid; EUR 5,600 - 6,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company laptop

Monthly internship allowance

Hybrid work after onboarding

Job summary

BDR Thermea is offering a Global Communications Intern position in Apeldoorn, Netherlands. You will join a global team, contribute to internal and external storytelling, and support campaigns that strengthen culture and reputation.

The role is hybrid, with at least two days per week in the office, starting 1 February 2027 for 4–6 months. A monthly internship allowance is provided along with a company laptop.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications or a related field in the Netherlands (WO or HBO-level).
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in English in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Content creation: write and edit articles, news, and leadership messages for internal and external channels.
• Storytelling: turn complex topics into clear stories for diverse audiences.
• Support internal communications campaigns to engage employees and bring strategy and culture to life.
• Manage and optimise digital channels (intranet, internet, social media).
• Assist in planning and executing global communication initiatives and events.
• Track performance and engagement metrics to improve communication impact.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proactiveness

Organised approach

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Communications

Tools

SharePoint

Canva

Job description

Kickstart your career in Communications and help bring the energy transition to life through powerful storytelling!

As our Global Communications Intern, you’ll join the Global Communications team and support how we inform, engage, and inspire colleagues across BDR Thermea.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in internal and external communications, working on content, campaigns, and storytelling that strengthen our culture, build our reputation, and support our strategic priorities.

This is a hybrid role based in Apeldoorn. We encourage you to spend at least two days per week in the office.

The internship start date is 1 February 2027.

Your key responsibilities

Depending on your interests and strengths, you will contribute to:

• Content creation: Write and edit articles, news updates, and leadership messages for internal and external channels

• Storytelling: Help turn complex topics into clear, engaging stories that resonate with different audiences

• Internal communications: Support campaigns that engage employees and bring our strategy and culture to life

• Digital channels: Help manage and optimise channels such as intranet, internet and social media

• Campaign support: Assist in planning and executing global communication initiatives and events

• Analytics & insights: Track performance and engagement metrics to continuously improve communication impact

What you bring

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications or a related field at a university in the Netherlands (WO or HBO-level).
• You have a strong interest in corporate communications and storytelling
• You are proactive, curious, and eager to learn
• You have strong writing and editing skills
• You have a keen eye for detail, a critical mindset, and an organised approach
• You are comfortable working in English in an international environment

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with digital tools (SharePoint, Canva, etc.)
• Knowledge of Dutch is a plus, but not a must

What we offer

• A full-time internship (40 hours per week) for 4 to 6 months, starting on 1 February 2027.
• Monthly internship allowance of €500-550 (based on 40 hours per week)
• A company laptop to support your work
• Hybrid working after an initial onboarding period
• Hands‑on experience in a global Communications team

About the company

At BDR Thermea, we bring the energy transition closer every day. Serving customers in more than 50 countries with a diverse team of approximately 6,500 employees, we are united by a shared mission to create a sustainable future through smart indoor climate solutions.

Work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team, Sustainable Future, and Customer Focus. We support your growth, development, and well‑being in a purpose‑driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration.