Communications/Administration Intern

The European Magazine Media Association (EMMA) is a non-profit organization representing over 15.000 publishers throughout Europe publishing over 50.000 magazine titles in Europe, reaching on average 80% of European adults. 300 million Europeans read magazines on a regular, consistent basis.

EMMA is offering an unpaid internship at the Secretariat’s offices in Brussels for a period of 3-6 months (a small allowance for transport and food will be provided). The ideal candidate would be able to start as soon as possible, but we remain a bit flexible with the dates. This internship will benefit anyone who seeks professional experience related to lobbying and communication in a European, membership-based organization.

Duties:

The internship offers the possibility to learn about the work of EMMA, especially its advocacy and communication actions in Brussels. It consists of support and assistance in the following areas:

• Supporting EMMA’s events with key politicians, seminars, receptions at the European Parliament, webinars, etc.
• Supporting EMMA’s administration and organizational work, such as preparing meetings with members, working with vendors, etc.
• Assisting the preparation of promotional and informational brochures, newsletters, press releases, etc.
• Updating and developing the EMMA websites and social media sites (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)
• Supporting the Communication and Administration Officer in developing and implementing new communication activities and projects
• Getting involved in the development of EMMA’s think-tank initative Future Media Lab. (communication and administration): network building, external and internal communication, events, including help expanding our sponsor relations
• Updating and managing EMMA’s database
• Research and background work to support the overall activities of EMMA

Qualifications:

• The person should be an excellent team-player and be interested in media policy in the EU context. Knowledge of EU policies and institutions an advantage
• Candidate should have excellent English language skills and very good written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of French a strong asset.
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database)
• Knowledge of website maintenance desired (particularly familiarity with the Wordpress platform)
• The candidate should be self-motivated, well organized, able to work efficiently and autonomously, as part of a small team is essential

EMMA internships are only open to candidates registered in a university/school/institute, as a contract must be signed between EMMA and the student's home university. Please note that this is a compulsory condition; applications that do not match this criterion will not be short listed.

How to apply:

Please send a CV and a brief letter of interest (Subject heading: application Intern + your name) to Max von Abendroth, Executive Director of EMMA: intern@magazinemedia.eu

Deadline for completed applications: 14 March 2013.

Please note: applicants will be interviewed on a rolling basis, so the position may be filled prior to this date.