Communication Intern (AEC)

Job offer

The AEC is seeking a Communication Intern to support its digital communications across projects, events, and institutional activities.

This opportunity is perfect for students who are passionate about communication, music, the cultural sector, and higher music education.
We are looking for someone with strong English writing skills, experience in social media and content creation, and an eye for visual communication.

You will join a small and dynamic international team based in Brussels, contributing to how AEC communicates with its members, partners, and the wider cultural policy landscape.

Application deadline: 15 March

This position is filled on a rolling basis, meaning interviews may start before the closing date.

Starting Date: May 2026

Role Overview

As Communication Intern, you will help gather news, insights, and updates from AEC’s international network and transform them into engaging content for:

Social media
Newsletters
Website
Publications

You will contribute to shaping how content from within and beyond the network is shared across communication channels.

You will also support the implementation and improvement of AEC’s communication strategy, for example by monitoring engagement statistics and helping assess communication impact.

To strengthen AEC’s visibility among partners and policymakers, you will also:

Monitor relevant policy developments at European and national level (e.g. European Commission, European Parliament, EACEA, national governments, sector partners)
Contribute to communication linked to advocacy and sector developments

You will be involved in internal meetings and expert working groups and — depending on the internship period — may have the opportunity to travel to AEC events such as:

International Relations Coordinators (IRC) Meeting
AEC Congress
Pop & Jazz Platform (PJP)
European Platform for Artistic Research in Music (EPARM)

where you will support communication and event logistics.

If you are excited to put your creativity into practice and gain hands-on experience across social media and professional communication channels, this internship offers an excellent learning opportunity.

Responsibilities

Create and schedule social media content
Support newsletter preparation and distribution
Assist with video content (short edits, interviews, highlights)
Contribute to communication around AEC projects and events
Gather and translate member updates into engaging content
Support website updates
Monitor communication performance and statistics
Track policy developments relevant to the sector

Assist in documenting meetings and events

Support basic visual content creation (e.g. Canva)

Requirements

Currently graduated from a relevant field such as:
- Communication
- Media Studies
- Marketing
- Cultural Management
- or related discipline

Advanced proficiency in English, with exceptional writing and communication skills
Capable of efficiently managing and prioritizing a diverse range of tasks with attention to detail
Proven experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with social media platforms
Expertise in digital storytelling
Visual design skills (e.g. Canva)

What AEC Offers

A remuneration of 900 € / month
An opportunity to expand or build a professional network in Brussels
Opportunity to work with a small, dynamic, and international team in the cultural sector
Hands-on experience in communication for international projects and events
A supportive learning environment

Internship Conditions

Ideal duration: 6 months (subject to discussion)
Full-time position
Requires presence in or relocation to Brussels
Partial teleworking possible
Internship contract provided under the Belgian Convention d’immersion professionnelle

Recruitment Process

Contact person: Alessandra Callegari, AEC Communication Manager

Interested candidates should send:

A short CV
A portfolio
A motivation letter (in English) to: applications@aec-music.eu

Use the subject “AEC Communication Internship”.

AEC regrets that it is unable to acknowledge all applications received.

AEC welcomes applicants from various backgrounds and strives to provide equal opportunities to advance diversity and inclusion within its representative network.