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Internship | Event-MFRR

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Internships
Entry-level / graduate
English, German

Other Skills

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    Communication
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    Detail Oriented

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Interest in journalism, media freedom, and human rights
  • Enrollment at a German University or University of Applied Sciences
  • Experience in event organization, including logistics and budget tracking
  • Fluency in English with excellent communication skills

Requirements:

  • Assist the MFRR team in the planning and delivery of the MFRR Summit
  • Gather and edit content for a report based on the MFRR Summit activities
  • Support communications activities related to the MFRR Summit
  • Help manage reimbursement processes and track budget expenses for events

Job description

Job description

Are you passionate about journalism, media freedom, and human rights? Do you thrive in a dynamic, international environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
This internship is part of the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR), a project funded by the European Union and led by ECPMF. You will play an active role in supporting our team, with a focus on organising the annual MFRR Summit and coordinating follow-up activities, as well as engaging with journalists, experts, and media organisations across Europe.

Application Deadline:
30.07.2026
Start of the internship: 15.09.2026
Length of internship: 3 months, part-time or full-time (20h or 40h/week)
Allowance: max. 590 Euro (depending on working hours)

Responsibilities

  • Assist the MFRR team in the planning, logistics, and smooth delivery of the MFRR Summit, including coordination, travel arrangements, and on-site support. You must be able to travel to the Summit in Brussels for up to 3 days, expenses paid (11–13 October 2026).
  • Assist the MFRR team in gathering and editing content, and in the publication of a report based on MFRR Summit activities and discussions.
  • Support communications activities, including drafting updates, preparing event materials, and assisting with social media, largely in relation to and as a follow-up to the MFRR Summit as well as other planned events.
  • Help manage reimbursement processes and track budget expenses for MFRR events and activities; support the MFRR team in external communications with journalists, media experts, and policy-makers.
  • Support project reporting and documentation for internal and donor requirements.

Your profile

  • You are interested in journalism, media freedom, and human rights.
  • You are studying in a field such as journalism, human rights studies, political sciences, European studies, communications and media studies, history, or another related field.
  • You are fluent in English and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • You have experience in event organisation, including logistics and budget tracking.
  • You are well-organised, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to work independently and in a team.
  • You have intercultural sensitivity and enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • You are comfortable reaching out to contacts by phone or email and can follow up effectively.
  • You are creative, adaptable, and a fast learner.
  • You are ready to travel in October.
  • You are currently:
    a) Enrolled at a German University or University of Applied Sciences, or
    b) In between your Bachelor’s and/or Master’s studies.

What you can expect from us

  • The chance to be part of an international team that stands up for media freedom every day.
  • Insight and active involvement in the different working fields of ECPMF, including protection, advocacy, and communications.
  • A unique opportunity to participate in gathering data and producing an impactful publication covering the most urgent topics of press and media freedom.
  • Hands-on experience in a small, dynamic NGO operating across Europe.

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Application Deadline: 30.07.2026
Start of the internship: 15.09.2026
Length of internship: 3 months, part-time or full-time (20h or 40h/week)
Allowance: max. 590 Euro (depending on working hours)

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About the project:
Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) is a Europe-wide mechanism, which tracks, monitors and reacts to violations of press and media freedom in EU Member States and Candidate Countries. This project provides legal support, public advocacy and information to protect journalists and media workers.

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