Edelman Global Advisory (EGA) is seeking a highly motivated and talented communications individual, with experience on the Belgian PR market, to join our successful corporate communications team. If you thrive as a quick learner and possess relevant experience in PR, corporate communications and media relations, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We are offering a Brussels based six-month paid internship, starting in February/March 2024, with an opportunity to work with a range of high profile clients.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communications, media relations and writing, skills. In this role you will flourish in a dynamic and multicultural environment, collaborating with national, international, and world-known companies across diverse industry sectors, including food & beverage, technology, financial services, mobility and health.

The precise nature of activities will depend on the priorities and client work during the time of the placement, to be agreed upon. However, the responsibilities and tasks are likely to include the following:

·        Contributing to research, analysis, and the planning and development of communication and media strategies, while implementing programmes

·        Drafting press releases, social media posts, briefings, updates, and other communication materials

·        Developing meeting materials, events, and other activities involving clients, stakeholders, and media engagement

·        Liaising with Edelman teams across Europe and globally, ensuring smooth execution of client assignments

·        Monitoring media and/or political issues of interest

·        Assisting in the development of new business proposals, from generating creative ideas to conceptualisation and action planning

·        Be an enthusiastic team player

·        Excellent spoken and written Dutch/Flemish language skills are essential, together with fluency in at least one other EU language

·        A knowledge of the Belgian media landscape and excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·        Dynamic, quick-thinking, a good eye for detail and a positive approach with a self-learning attitude

·        Ideally, experience working with the Belgian media, social media and/or a good understanding of the media and platforms’ landscape would be an asset.

At EGA, we strongly believe in the power of diversity in all its forms. We value and celebrate differences in heritage, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, political orientation, religion, disability, socio-economic background, experience, and more. Our commitment to diversity is integral to our work culture. We actively promote a workplace that is equitable, respectful, and culturally curious. This environment fosters innovative thinking, nurtures diverse ideas, and encourages collaboration among our employees, clients, and partners. We strive to create an inclusive space where both new and existing employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. At EGA, we are dedicated to enabling our colleagues to bring their whole selves to the table.

We provide a range of benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth. In addition, we offer:

·        Engaging assignments on interesting PR/communication issues

·        Exposure to regional and Belgian-focused PR campaigns

·        Joining a vibrant Brussels team comprising 55+ members from over 15 countries, fostering a dynamic and multi-cultural environment

·        Connectivity to the expansive Edelman network, spanning 65 offices globally

·        A hybrid work setting, combining a convenient and modern office location with comprehensive technological support for flexible work arrangements.

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Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead and act with certainty, earning the trust of their stakeholders. Our honors include the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR; Advertising Age’s 2019 A-List; the Holmes Report’s 2018 Global Digital Agency of the Year; and, five times, Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. Since our founding in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business. Edelman owns specialty companies Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle).

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