Intern Communication Department

IHE Delft is a unique knowledge institute in the Dutch research and educational landscape that combines excellence in education and research with work to advance global sustainable development. Partnerships are integral to achieving this mission: The Institute works closely with universities, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector institutions in the Netherlands and around the world. Through research, education and institutional strengthening, Institute staff make a tangible contribution towards all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in which water is key.

The Communication Office is crucial in enhancing the Institute's profile both internally and externally and in achieving its advocacy and student acquisition targets. Our policy is one of openness and cooperation with all our partners and other audiences. New technology involving social media applications, web and audio-visual productions are central to this policy, as well as more traditional functions such as producing brochures, infographics and advisory tasks. The Communication Office also assists the Rectorate of the Institute in communicating decisions internally and strategic information. A motivated and enthusiastic team is important and all members are expected to help out whenever needed. The Communication Office seeks a:

We offer you a dynamic international and professional working environment, with a challenging opportunity for hands?'on experience. You will join IHE Delft's dynamic multicultural Communication Office team and support in a wide variety of tasks, including creating website content, social media posts, videos and materials to engage our diverse alumni community and to attract students to our programmes. You will also be asked to assist with public-facing events. In addition, our portfolio includes internal communication, so you will gain insights into a comprehensive range of communication activities.

• You will need to be at least in the third or final year in your (undergraduate) degree programme or pursuing a master's degree in the field of (science/international) communication (management), marketing, international relations, social science or a related field;
• You are comfortable working in an international environment;
• You are a good writer who is social media savvy;
• You are able to communicate effectively in English, and have some prior experience writing articles and/or other communication material;
• Design, film and photo editing skills are assets.

You must be a student registered in an education programme in Europe, and the internship must be a mandatory part of your study. This internship position is for a period of at least a period of 5 - 6 months (according to the guidelines of the necessary study requirements). We provide a monthly remuneration of €300 gross per month based on 38 hours per week.