Victim Support Europe (VSE) is the leading Europe-wide umbrella organisation for victims of crime. It is a dynamic organisation, going through an exciting period of expansion and development. It currently consists of 82 organisations from more than 30 countries. VSE advocates on behalf of victims, to make sure that throughout Europe all victims’ needs are respected and their rights recognised. The organisation aims to ensure that every victim of crime in Europe is able to access information and support services in the aftermath of crime, regardless of where the victim lives or where the crime took place.

Are you passionate about copywriting and multimedia storytelling? Do you want to use your skills to make a difference in the NGO sector and advocate for victims' rights? VSE is looking for a full-time Communications Intern to join our team for six months, starting May 2025.

Join VSE as a Communications Intern and gain hands-on experience in content creation, campaign strategies, and event management in a dynamic international environment.You’ll have the opportunity to explore both written and visual aspects of communications using various multimedia tools. If you're eager to learn communication strategies for advocating victims' rights, ensuring they are clearly understood by the public, while solving problems and growing within a dynamic team, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Come be part of our journey—let’s create something amazing together for the benefit of victims of crime!

Key Responsibilities

Social Media & Content Creation

• Develop engaging content for LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Craft compelling short-form copy with a focus on storytelling and engagement.
• Assist in planning, executing, and analyzing social media campaigns to optimize performance.
• Track and report social media engagement metrics to refine content strategies.
• Stay updated on trends in digital marketing, AI, multimedia storytelling.

Design & Visual Content

• Create eye-catching graphics, infographics, and visuals using Canva.
• Assist with basic video editing and post-production for social media, training materials, and other communication needs. Event Management

• Support the planning and execution of VSE events, including annual conferences, webinars, and workshops.

Knowledge & Platform Management

• Maintain and update databases, media lists, and website content (WordPress).
• Upload and manage online learning materials on the VSE Hub e-learning platform.
• Provide backend support to member organizations using the e-learning platform.

Training-Related Tasks

• Maintain and upload online learning modules, courses, webinars, and other content onto the VSE Hub e-learning platform.
• Provide back-office support to member organizations using the platform to host their trainings.

What We’re Looking For

Education: A degree in communications, journalism, marketing, graphic design, or media studies.
Digital Skills: Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Photoshop, InDesign).
Copywriting: Ability to write concise, and creative content.
Design & Video Editing: Basic skills in Canva, Photoshop, or Illustrator. Willingness to learn under supervision.
Language Skills: Fluent in English (spoken and written); another EU language is a plus.
Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and quality.
Team Player: Ability to collaborate in a multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary team.

Terms of the contract

The position is based in VSE’s head office in Brussels. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the EU. VSE cannot assist non-EU Nationals to obtain a work permit or help with relocation costs. 

The selected candidate will be offered a Belgian Convention d’immersion professionnelle (CIP) (38 hours/week) subject to a payment of 1060 euros per month. VSE grants our interns up to six days of extra-legal paid leave during the internship.

Desired starting date of assignment: May 2025. 

Application

Send your CV and letter of motivation (1 page max) by email at recruitment@victimsupporteurope.eu noting “Communication Internship – YOUR NAME” in the subject line, by 23 March, 17:00 CET.

Incomplete or late application will not be considered.

Online interviews will take place in the first week of April 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

By sending your application you agree that VSE processes and stores your personal data for the purpose of this recruitment process. You are entitled to ask VSE to erase your data at any time. VSE retains personal data for the period of maximum of two years following the end of the application period, unless you opt out of this data retention period, which can be done at any time.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. All candidates are welcome to apply, regardless of their race, ethnicity, background, disability, gender and sexual orientation.