The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international level. 950 staff and students from 95 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on climate change, environment and health, infectious and non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural context, and health systems and policies.
We are looking for a committed, well-organized and creative Communications Intern (80 – 100%).
As part of a dynamic and dedicated communications team, you will help position Swiss TPH as a leading institute in global health that combines research, education and services.
The internship would ideally start in August / September 2024. The exact starting date and length of the internship can be discussed.
Your position
- Create content (written and audiovisuals) for our broad variety of channels including the website, intranet and social media
- Provide writing and editing support in English and German for communication materials (including the website, intranet, social media, flyers, posters, etc.)
- Support the event management of various events such as symposia, lectures and internal events
- Support visitor management and welcome various stakeholder groups to the Swiss TPH headquarters
- Support the communications team in any other communication activities that may arise
Your profile
Bachelor or Master Degree in communications, management, economics, political sciences, life sciences or a similar fieldDemonstrated interest in communications, public relations and event managementOutstanding organizational skillsVery good writing skills and ability to work confidently across digital, print, and social media platformsFamiliarity with social media management and / or web content management tools desirable (e.g. Typo3)Fluency in written and spoken German and English. Additional language skills such as French, Italian or Spanish are an assetWe offer you
Meaningful work in an international environmentA state-of-the-art workplace in our new building with its own canteen on the dynamic BaseLink site in AllschwilBeing part of a committed and dynamic communications teamA great opportunity to gain insight into the external and internal communication activities of an internationally renowned global health instituteIn this role, you will be able to develop your communication and event management skills in an interdisciplinary environment and meet researchers, experts, staff and students from a wide variety of backgroundsSwiss TPH is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.
JOB CONDITIONS :
Start Date : August / September 2024Duration : 6 months with the possibility of extensionPercentage : 80-100%Location : Allschwil, SwitzerlandTravel required : NoInternal job title : Trainee