Communication & Social Media Intern at IOM

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excellent Writing, Editing, Video Editing, Photo Editing, Content Management, Social Media, Website Management, Basic Design Skills, CMS, Analytics Dashboards

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration [https://www.iom.int/iom-workplace-culture] The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience. In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who: a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities; b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or c) are sponsored by governmental/non governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor. d) are either enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months. e) are between 20 and 36 years of age. Background Information IOM Netherlands’ ERCOM Unit delivers accessible, audience‑focused communication across web, social media, and press to inform migrants and stakeholders, support programmes (e.g., AVRR/REAN, resettlement), and strengthen IOM’s public presence. Activities follow IOM NL’s Social & Online Communication Strategy 2026—human‑centred, evidence‑based storytelling, with defined channel roles and KPIs—and draw on global IOM social media resources and guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Communication & Social Media Intern supports IOM Netherlands with media, visibility, and outreach activities. Responsibilities include drafting and editing content for websites and social media, assisting with events and campaigns, and supporting daily tasks of the External Relations & Communications Unit.