Internship Event-MFRR

This internship is part of the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR), a project funded by the European Union and led by ECPMF, with a focus on organising the annual MFRR Summit and coordinating follow-up activities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the MFRR team in the planning, logistics, and smooth delivery of the MFRR Summit, including coordination, travel arrangements, and on-site support. You must be able to travel to the Summit in Brussels for up to 3 days, expenses paid (11–13 October 2026)
• Assist the MFRR team in gathering and editing content, and in the publication of a report based on MFRR Summit activities and discussions
• Support communications activities, including drafting updates, preparing event materials, and assisting with social media, largely in relation to and as a follow-up to the MFRR Summit as well as other planned events
• Help manage reimbursement processes and track budget expenses for MFRR events and activities; support the MFRR team in external communications with journalists, media experts, and policy-makers
• Support project reporting and documentation for internal and donor requirements

Requirements

• You are interested in journalism, media freedom, and human rights
• You are studying in a field such as journalism, human rights studies, political sciences, European studies, communications and media studies, history, or another related field
• You are fluent in English and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• You have experience in event organisation, including logistics and budget tracking
• You are well-organised, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to work independently and in a team
• You have intercultural sensitivity and enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds
• You are comfortable reaching out to contacts by phone or email and can follow up effectively
• You are creative, adaptable, and a fast learner
• You are ready to travel in October
• You are currently: a) Enrolled at a German University or University of Applied Sciences, or b) In between your Bachelor’s and/or Master’s studies

How to apply

Submit an application through ECPMF’s online portal. Apply here.

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