Internship in Communication and Campaigns Department

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) is looking for an intern in its Communication and Campaigns Department to work in Brussels for a period of  2 to 4 months.

Eligibility 

• Fluency (native level) in English, French or Spanish and good skills in at least one of the other languages
• Strong writing skills
• Must be studying communications, media, journalism (student status required during the internship)
• Good intercommunication skills
• Creativity
• Pro-activity
• Organisational skills
• Good knowledge of social media

Key responsibilities 

• Assisting the communication team in drafting daily press releases and news for the website
• Assisting IFJ press freedom campaigns including: drafting of campaign documents and developing campaigning material
• Feeding IFJ social media network
• Translating news items for the website
• Monitoring world news on press freedom and journalists’ rights

What the internship offers

• Hands-on experience in communication in the world’s biggest organisation of journalists
• Knowledge of basic trade unions’ rights
• Experience in building campaigns to promote press freedom
• Sound understanding of press freedom challenges and journalists’ working conditions across the globe
• A great working environment in a multicultural and multi lingual environment

How to apply

To apply, interested candidates should send a cover letter and CV to communications@ifj.org. IFJ is revieing applications on an ongoing basis.

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