Communication Intern

Vacancy #:

7476

Unit:

European Regional Office - EU Policy

Organisation:

International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Location:

European Regional Office, Bonn, Germany

Reporting to:

Senior Communication Officer

Work percentage:

100%

Grade:

I

Expected start date:

01 February 2026

Type of contract:

Fixed-term (up to 6 months)

Closing date:

13 January 2026

BACKGROUND

IUCN is the world's oldest and largest global environmental network - a democratic membership union with more than 1,400 government and NGO member organizations, and almost 15,000 volunteer scientists in more than 160 countries. IUCN's work is supported by more than 1,000 professional staff in 45 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world. Its headquarters are based in Gland, Switzerland.

The IUCN European Regional Office (EURO) provides credible knowledge and valuable contribution to EU policymaking and action on biodiversity conservation, natural resource management and Nature-based Solutions. IUCN EURO actively engages with EU stakeholders to support transformative changes within key economic sectors that currently have major negative impacts on biodiversity. We champion the transition to sustainable food and agricultural systems that are nature-positive, providing policy recommendations on critical issues including soil health monitoring, regenerative agricultural practices, and sustainable land management strategies.

IUCN EURO is looking for a motivated and creative Communication intern to support our daily communication activities across the Regional Office, under the supervision of the Senior Communication Officer. In this role, you will contribute to the design and rollout of a communication campaign for the IUCN European Nature-based Solutions Hub, and create engaging content that highlights IUCN EURO's policy priorities and projects.

If you're interested in communications, European policy, and driving positive change for nature, this is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the heart of a leading global environmental organisation.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To be eligible for this internship, candidates must:

a) Have secured the right to live and work in Germany for the entire duration of the internship. IUCN will not provide assistance with visa or work permit applications, nor will it alter applicants' visa status.

b) Be enrolled in a university or equivalent tertiary institution:

• Undergraduate students should have completed at least one year of full-time study.
• Graduate students should be in the process of completing their degrees.
• Be enrolled in an academic program relevant to the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Terms of Reference.

Remuneration:

This is a non-paid internship. Interns or their sponsoring institutions are responsible for the costs and arrangements related to travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses.

Additional Information:

Students are encouraged to apply to their university for an Erasmus+ Internship grant:

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Content Development: Draft communication materials such as newsletters, press releases, articles, blogs and factsheets tailored to diverse audiences.

2. Multimedia production: Create engaging visual content, including posters, videos and social media posts.

3. Event Coverage: Support promotion and coverage of events and high-level meetings through photography, video production and social media posts.

4. Digital Engagement: Monitor and analyze social media performance to help refine content strategy.

5. Strategy Implementation: Assist the Senior Communications Officer in implementing the IUCN Europe's Communication Strategy and contribute to the delivery of IUCN's projects communications objectives.

6. Administrative Support: Provide day-to-day administrative assistance, including maintaining the editorial calendar, supporting project management activities and coordinating logistics for meetings and events.

The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in an organisation such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.

REQUIREMENTS

• Pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations or similar.

• Basic graphic design and audiovisual production skills (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools).

• Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends

• Experience producing written and visual content for social media platforms is desirable.

• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

• Familiarity with social media tools.

• A team player with a strong interest to work in an international environment.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

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About IUCN

IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.

Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world's largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.

IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.

Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people's well-being.