Communications Intern (EERA)

Description of the Mission

The European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) AISBL is the largest low-carbon energy research community in Europe. It is the official research pillar of the EU Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan). Bringing together more than 250 organisations from over 30 countries, the mission of EERA is to “catalyse Europe’s low-carbon energy research to shape science-based policies and advance world-class innovation.”

EERA currently runs 18 Joint research Programmes (JPs), which altogether cover the full research spectrum on low-carbon energy technologies and systems, as well as policy and social aspects of the clean energy transition.

Through its communication activities, EERA sits at the intersection of European research, innovation and EU policymaking. The Communications Intern will support the visibility and dissemination of research and policy-relevant messages addressed to EU institutions, national policymakers, researchers and stakeholders involved in the clean energy transition.

The internship offers hands-on exposure to EU-level institutional communication, providing insight into how research evidence is translated into messages that inform policy debates and support European decision-making.

Key responsibilities of the Communications Intern

Under the supervision of the Communications team, the intern will:

• Draft and publish content on the EERA website
• Draft and schedule posts for the EERA LinkedIn page
• Support the creation and dissemination of email marketing activities, in particular: the monthly EERA newsletter, event invitations and follow-up communications.
• Develop visual communication materials using Canva.
• Contribute to communication reporting, including basic performance tracking and support for KPI monitoring (e.g. newsletters, social media, website).

General requirements for the position

• Master's degree in Communications, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Languages, Political Communication, European Studies or a related field, or an equivalent profile demonstrated through relevant practical experience.
• Excellent command of English (minimum C1), both written and spoken, with excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Ability to produce clear, accurate and audience-appropriate content for different communication channels. Knowledge of another European language is an asset.
• Experience in digital communications: including creating content for LinkedIn, managing website content through a CMS (e.g. WordPress), and supporting email marketing campaigns (e.g. Mailchimp or similar platforms).
• Experience creating visual communication materials using Canva, with a good understanding of the basic principles of graphic design.
• A genuine interest in low-carbon energy research and sustainability.
• An interest in EU institutions and in working in a Brussels-based EU policy environment.
• Strong eye for detail and sense of quality.
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative
• Must be legally entitled to work in the EU.

Terms of the contract

The internship is paid under the framework of the “Convention d’immersion professionnelle” (a professional integration agreement under Belgian Law) and is planned for a period of six months, with the possibility of extension for a maximum of six additional months.

Office location: EERA, Rue de Namur 72, 1000 Brussels. The position is 80 percent in person, 20 percent hybrid, with Friday being the at-home office day.

Application Process

Please submit the following documents in English:

• A CV
• One sample of a LinkedIn post you have created for an organisation, project or association. If the post has been published, please include a link. If you do not have a published example, please draft a LinkedIn post based on the following EERA news item: "EERA puts forward position on the EU's proposal for a European Grid Package" (https://www.eera-set.eu/news-resources/7324-eera-puts-forward-position-on-the-eu-s-proposal-for-a-european-grid-package.html).
• Optional: a portfolio showcasing relevant communication work is considered an asset

Please send your application with the subject line "EERA Communications Internship" to the attention of Ms Chiara Fort at c.fort@eera-set.eu, 17 August  2026 EOB at the latest.

Please note: The position remains open until the closing date stated above, regardless of the status displayed on LinkedIn.