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Political Communications Intern

Description

EPIA, the European Photovoltaic (PV) Industry Association, with headquarters in Brussels, is recruiting a Political Communications Intern to work in its office in Brussels. EPIA represents members active along the whole solar PV value chain: from silicon, cells and module production to systems development and PV electricity generation as well as marketing and sales. EPIA’s mission is to give its global membership a distinct and effective voice in the European market, especially in the EU. EPIA is a highly dynamic and multi-cultural organisation at the centre of EU affairs.

Main tasks:

• Website monitoring (updates, referencing, etc.)
• Social media (management, strengthening and improvement of EPIA’s presence on social networks)
• Support to Media/public relations activities: drafting, proofreading, editing of external communications tools (press releases, publications, mailings, newsletters, etc.)
• Management of the press data base & press clippings
• Media monitoring
• Ad-hoc support on the awareness campaign (incl. social media, website updates, meetings minutes)
• Management of the general mailbox of the department and dissemination of the information
• General assistance to the unit

Eligibility

• Student status and internship taking place in the frame of the study programme
• Fluent English (Native speaker level preferred), any other European language is an asset
• Willing to work in a dynamic international association
• Degree in communication or equivalent
• Outstanding IT skills and first experience with website content management
• Knowledge and interest in social media and web communications
• Knowledge of ‘Constant contact’ mailing system is an asset
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, flexibility, responsibility
• Attention to details
• Ability to work independently as well as in team and under pressure

Remuneration

As per Belgian legislation, a monthly reimbursement (750EUR) for expenses on a standard basis is planned. A signed Convention de Stage (a tripartite agreement signed by EPIA, the intern and his/her university or college) is required. Prospective interns must fulfill this requirement to apply.
Application

A CV (maximum 2 pages) and motivation letter should be sent to c.hardy@epia.org  until the 15/07/2012 quoting “Political Communications Intern” in subject line. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.