Job 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

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

Supervision
The intern will report to the Senior Communications Associate within ERCOM and work closely with the wider team, collaborating on day‑to‑day tasks outlined in ERCOM’s division of work.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

Content production: Draft, edit and proof short and long‑form content (web news, stories, captions, newsletters) in Dutch and English, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with IOM branding and house style. 
Social media: Help plan editorial calendars; prepare copy and basic graphics/video; schedule, monitor, and report on performance across X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram - applying IOM social media guidelines and using available tips/templates. 
Analytics & insight: Track agreed KPIs and compile short insights to inform content iteration in line with the 2026 strategy
Website support: Publish and update pages/articles (CMS), maintain links and visuals, and uphold accessibility and house‑style standards; support newsletter production.
Media monitoring & research: Scan relevant Dutch/European migration news and policy updates; draft succinct summaries and talking points for internal use. 
Event & campaign support: Assist with communications around events/outreach (copy, visuals, photo/video logistics, live updates) in line with channel roles.
Ethics & safeguarding: Apply IOM standards for responsible communication, consent, data protection, and safeguarding in all outputs; follow IOM social media conduct guidance. 
Administrative & coordination tasks: Maintain content folders, track requests, schedule meetings, and support general team workflows. 

Training Components and Learning Elements
  • Produce and publish content across web and social channels, applying editorial planning and house style
  • Use analytics to generate practical insights and recommendations against defined KPIs and channel roles. 
  • Practice ethical, human‑centred storytelling aligned with IOM guidance and safeguards for social media.
  • Contribute to newsletters and reporting; strengthen your ability to summarize policy/news developments clearly.
  • Build professional experience in a multi‑stakeholder, international communications environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • At application time, candidates must be (a) enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree; or (b) enrolled in a graduate programme; or (c) a recent graduate who will start the internship within one year of graduation.
  • Field of study: Communications, journalism, international relations, political/social sciences, public policy, or related.

Experience

  • Basic video/photo editing and design experience
  • content management on social media & website
  • experience with NGO/public‑sector communications or migration‑related topics

Skills

  • Excellent writing and editing in Dutch and English
  • Familiarity with major social platforms and scheduling
  • basic design skills (Canva/Adobe or similar)
  • comfort with CMS (Joomla/WordPress or similar) and analytics dashboards;

Languages

For this internship, fluency in English and Dutch is required. An additional UN language is an asset.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Depending on experience and location, interns are granted a small monthly stipend to help offset costs. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by their university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.

IOM covers Interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the internship. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Skills

  • Editing
  • Writing
  • basic design skills
  • content management
  • social media & website
  • visual skills

Job info

Contract Type: Internship (2-6 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6 months
Org Type: Country Office
Vacancy Type: Internship
Recruiting Type: Intern
Grade: UG
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No
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