Communication Internship
Communication Internship
EGEC – European Geothermal Energy Council
Brussels, Belgium
EGEC is currently looking for a full-time communication assistant (38h/ week), who is able to work starting from 1st May 2022, for a period of six months with a traineeship contract under Belgian law (“convention immersion professionnelle”) with possibilities for a long-term contract after the traineeship period.
The successful candidate will work with our Communication team on our main communication channels, activities, events and projects to highlight the role of geothermal energy in the energy transition. We are looking for extra support from a reliable and inspiring trainee with a demonstrated interest in communications and a highly proficient level of English. We guarantee a dynamic and positive working environment in a small team where you can grow and make the difference.
EGEC is the voice of the geothermal sector in Europe. It is an international industry association with more than 150 members, representing 500 stakeholders from 20+ different European countries in the field of renewable energy.
Job description
Responsibilities include
- Managing, designing and editing publications, with a strong focus on the graphic and layout;
- Video editing;
- Support in organisation of events (mainly online at the moment);
- Websites, especially on WordPress: Managing and updating, analytics and strategy;
- Social media: creating contents, following trends, analytics;
- Support in project management task related to communications.
Desired profile
- Good knowledge of current EU affairs and special interest in renewable energies;
- Excellent written and spoken English. Other languages are an asset;
- Background in communication, with relevant university degree or equivalent experience;
- Professional attitude, strong team player and ability to work collaboratively;
- Highly Computer-proficient (MS Office suite), experience with websites (especially WordPress), social media, database management, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, etc.);
- Experience in preparing publications, videos, and other communication materials;
- Flexible and proactive;
- Ability to multitask and careful attention to details;
- Reliable, well organised and eager to learn.
Application Procedure
Closing date for applications: 16th May 2022
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV (in English) to: info@egec.org.
Please include your first and last name and the job title (EGEC communication assistant) in the subject line.
Please note that only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected, you will be requested to provide a list of writing samples.
