Marketing Events Intern

Damen Shipyards Group; Vlissingen; On-site; EUR 13,392 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical and varied internship in a professional environment

Job summary

Damen Shipyards Group is seeking a Marketing Events Intern at Damen Yachting in Vlissingen, Netherlands. The role involves supporting the Marketing team in events preparation, coordination, and execution.

The ideal candidate is studying Marketing, Communication, or a related field, has strong communication skills in Dutch and English, and possesses a proactive and organized nature. Join a dynamic environment where you can gain insights into the luxury yacht industry.

Qualifications

• Currently studying at HBO or Bachelor level.
• Affinity with events and communication, enjoys practical work.
• Communicates confidently in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, planning, and execution of events.
• Assist with logistical coordination and set-up.
• Contribute to the preparation of event-related communications.

Skills

Event coordination

Communication

Logistical management

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive attitude

Education

Currently studying Marketing, Communications, or related field

Job description

Career at Damen

At Damen Yachting, a leading name in the luxury yacht industry, you can join as a Marketing Events Intern and support the delivery of a wide range of events.

Damen Yachting has more than 500 employees in the Netherlands and Poland and is part of the Damen Shipyards Group. The company is known for exceptional craftsmanship, innovative designs and a strong focus on quality.

The role

As a Marketing Events Intern, you will support the Marketing team in the preparation, coordination and delivery of a wide range of events. You will contribute to internal events, supplier gatherings and international industry events. In this role, you combine practical support with organisational and communication tasks and contribute to the professional execution of every event.

Tasks and responsibilities

Event coordination and support

• Support the preparation, planning and execution of events in the Netherlands and abroad.
• Assist with logistical coordination, set-up, materials and stock management.
• Liaise with colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders.

Support for marketing activities

• Contribute to the preparation of presentations, materials and communications related to events.
• Support administrative and organizational tasks.
• Help ensure event materials and information are available on time.

Profile

• You are currently studying Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business Studies or a related subject at HBO or Bachelor level.
• You have an affinity with events and communication, enjoy practical work and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• You communicate confidently in Dutch and English and work well with a range of stakeholders.

Personal characteristics

• You are proactive, hands-on and well organised.
• You have strong communication skills, a service-oriented mindset and a flexible, eager-to-learn attitude.
• An interest in yachting or the maritime sector is a plus.

What do we offer?

A practical and varied internship in a professional and international environment, offering plenty of opportunity to develop skills in event coordination, stakeholder management and supplier collaboration. You will contribute to an ambitious events programme and gain a unique behind-the-scenes view of the superyacht world.