The call for applications is now OPEN!
In the latter half of 2026, our cluster focuses on the European Day of Languages, Zoöp Connections and its efforts Fair P(L)AY.
The Internship and we need YOU to help us!
The role of the intern is to support the administration and visibility of the cluster and its projects in the Netherlands. The internship is a joint agreement of the member organisations; work visits across member institutes are included.
The internship offers a unique experience to learn from, and work with, European cultural institutes and cultural departments of embassies within the context of the Netherlands — each with their own cultural nuances and operating models. As an intern you take part in cluster board meetings and play a pivotal role in managing and stimulating cultural collaborations and projects.
This internship is best suited to a student living in the ‘Randstad’ area who is available for a 6-month-period between August – January 2027, as part of, or directly following, studies in European Studies, Cultural Studies, Project/Event Management, Communications and Marketing.
The intern is expected to be present 3 days a week. Remote work is possible with the expectation of physical presence on arranged dates for office visits and events. There is a stipend available for the internship. Students from all cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The coordinating language of the internship is English.
Responsibilities
Project and communication support
- Support the organisation, marketing, and communication of cluster projects (Zoöp Connections, European Literature Night, Fair P(l)ay, European Day of Languages, etc.)
- Deliver and develop content for EUNIC social channels: website, newsletter, Instagram, and LinkedIn
- Develop and implement a communications strategy for the 2026 cluster programme
- Create campaign content for the European Literature Night
- Produce short video content (reels) on the purpose and ethos of Zoöp Connections
- Support the development of EUNIC promotional materials and visibility tools
- Encourage members and partners to submit content and keep information up to date
- Respond to relevant project-related queries from EUNIC members and partners
Administrative and cluster coordination
- Plan and prepare monthly EUNIC NL cluster meetings: draft agendas, send invitations and reminders
- Write and distribute minutes of each cluster meeting
- Answer enquiries from members and maintain the members’ mailing list
- Share relevant updates with EUNIC Global and other clusters
- Support the drafting of reports and funding applications in collaboration with EUNIC members
In addition to the above, we are always keen to jointly define additional learning objectives and related activities in line with the intern’s academic and/or professional interests.
Profile
This internship is best suited to a candidate living in, or able to relocate to, the Randstad area, available for the full 6-month period from August 2026. We welcome applications from students or recent graduates in fields such as European Studies, Cultural Studies, Project/Event Management, Communications, or Marketing.
We are looking for someone who:
Is proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a multi-stakeholder environment
Has strong written communication skills in English
Is curious about European cultural policy and the cultural sector
Can work independently as well as collaboratively
The following skills are a plus:
Content and copywriting · basic graphic design (Canva or similar)
Familiarity with WordPress and Google Workspace
Experience with social media management
Video editing for short-form content
Students from all cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Send a complete application — CV and motivation letter — to intern@eunic-netherlands.eu addressed to Simon de Leeuw, with the subject line “EUNIC Netherlands Internship Application”.
Deadline: 25 May 2026, 23:59. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered eligible.
Recruitment timeline:
Call opens: 15 May 2026
Application deadline: 25 May 2026, 23:59
First round interviews: week of 1 June
Second round interviews: week of 8 June
Decision: mid-June 2026
eunic-netherlands.eu · intern@eunic-netherlands.eu
All candidates must be able to show proof of enrolment for the duration of the internship period.