VACANCY TITLE: Digital Communications Intern

LOCATION: Rotterdam, The Netherlands

TERM: 6 months

INTENSITY: Full time (40 hours/week)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 24th, 2025

INTERNSHIP ALLOWANCE: 500 EUR / month (based on 40 hours per week)

Only candidates with a valid work permit in the Netherlands will be considered for this position.

WHO WE ARE

The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) is an international organization working to accelerate action on adapting to climate change. We support adaptation solutions at the international and the local levels, partnering with the public and the private sector.

Our focus is firmly on those who are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change; communities least prepared to withstand the health, social, and economic impacts of the climate emergency are our priority.

Founded in 2018, our organization is based in regional offices across key global locations. Our Europe office is located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, in the largest floating office in the world. We also have regional offices in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Bangladesh, and Beijing, as well as a dedicated knowledge and research hub in Groningen, the Netherlands.

Our work encompasses high-level policy development, research, agenda-setting and advocacy to drive faster and deeper climate adaptation. We collaborate closely with partners to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of results where they are most needed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Digital Communications Intern, you will gain comprehensive experience in a range of communications skills, including copywriting, graphic design, and video editing. You will be expected to work independently on various communications projects while developing proficiency in new design and video editing tools. This hands-on learning approach will help you enhance your technical abilities and creativity, enabling you to produce optimized digital content for both internal and external communications platforms, such as social media, newsletters, and websites. 

Throughout the internship, you will be immersed in a fast-paced work environment that will challenge you to adapt quickly and build strong communication skills. Additionally, you will refine your understanding of political and diplomatic sensitivity, which is crucial for crafting messages that align with organizational values and resonate with diverse audiences. 

You will work closely with a Senior Communications Officer who will provide guidance and feedback on your content production efforts. They will also offer training in advanced design and video editing techniques to help you meet professional standards. By the end of the internship, you will have a robust portfolio of digital content and a deeper understanding of effective communication strategies within an organization. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic setting, preparing you for future roles in the communications field.  

As part of your role as a Digital Content Intern, your tasks will include, but won’t be limited to:

Digital Content Creation

  • Design visual assets (e.g., social media graphics, flyers, banners) using tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Photoshop.

  • Edit videos for social media, campaigns, and internal use.

  • Repurpose existing content (e.g., turning a report into a carousel or a video snippet).

  • Internal Communications.

  • Lead the weekly internal newsletter: Collect updates from teams, draft engaging content in MailChimp, proofread and ensure tone and messaging alignment.

Website Support

  • Create and update event pages, ensuring accurate information, compelling visuals, and timely publication.

  • Publish digital content (e.g., blogs, press releases, reports) for various GCA teams.

  • Ensure all website updates align with GCA’s tone, style, and branding standards.

  • Conduct routine content checks to flag outdated information and suggest improvements.

Event Support

  • Support live events or webinars with social media coverage, video recording, or livestream monitoring.

  • Create social media collaterals to promote the events.

  • Coordinate with program teams to gather key messages, speaker bios, and branding elements for event promotion.

  • Capture and repurpose event content (e.g., quotes, photos, video snippets) for post-event communications.

  • Sort, label, and upload event photos to shared drives or asset libraries, ensuring proper organization.

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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.