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Communication Intern
EuroGeoSurveys, The Geological Surveys of Europe (EGS) seeks to appoint a full-time (38
hours/week), dynamic and motivated Communication Intern to provide support on graphical
designing, CMS and social media, and organisation of events. The Communication Intern will
work under the supervision of the Secretary General responding directly to the
Communication Manager, and in close collaboration with EGS Secretariat staff members,
either keeping them updated of the activities directly carried out, or interacting with them
for those activities requiring team work. Moreover, the person will participate in the day-today functioning of the Secretariat, including carrying out administrative and secretarial
duties. He/she will be part of a dynamic international team operating in a continuously
evolving environment at the heart of the EU area. The Communication Intern will be based
in Brussels, and he/she has to be able/available to travel in case it is required.
The overall objectives of the EGS communication strategy are to communicate our results
and our strength to key stakeholders (encompassing the European Commission officers,
policy makers, international institutions, researchers, media, citizens, etc.) and enhance the
awareness on the importance of geology for economy, society and environment.
EuroGeoSurveys
The Geological Surveys of Europe
Rue Joseph II, 36-38
1000 Brussels, Belgium
Profile
A university degree or higher education in Communication Sciences, EU Affairs,
Marketing or equivalent;
An excellent English speaker, writer and editor, able to express herself/himself in a
clear and concise manner;
Demonstrated interest in environmental policy/geosciences.
Position requirements
Practical experience in using Photoshop, InDesign, and/or similar graphical
programmes;
IT skills (MS Office, Desktop Publishing software, graphic editor, etc.) and, ideally,
experience with Content Management Systems such WordPress.
Moreover, the incumbent is expected to bring strong communications skills and ability to
work both independently and in a team. Strong organisational skills, flexibility, attention to
details, ability to work under tight deadlines, under pressure and in a multicultural
environment are necessary.
EuroGeoSurveys
The Geological Surveys of Europe
Contract conditions
EGS offers a lively and attractive working environment with room for autonomy and
personal growth, and ample opportunity for participating in the exciting area of
international networking.
The position of Communication Intern is a full time position (38 hrs/week). The contract is on
a fixed term basis for a duration of 7 months, and remunerated in accordance to Belgian law.
Starting date: Spring 2016.
Application procedure
Cover letter and European Format CV should be submitted electronically, to the attn. of Mrs.
Claudia Delfini, Communication Manager (claudia.delfini@eurogeosurveys.org) specifying:
Application to the position of Communication Intern in the subject line.
In case of selected applicants not resident in Brussels, preliminary interviews could take
place via videoconference.
EuroGeoSurveys
The Geological Surveys of Europe