Join ELIA as Our Next Events Intern!
Monday 4 August 2025

Are you interested in developing online, hybrid, and in-person events for the higher arts education sector? Would you like to experiment, support, and co-create events for students, academic staff, and leadership teams? Join ELIA as our next Events Intern!
Gain hands-on experience organising international events that shape the future of higher arts education. Based in Amsterdam’s vibrant creative hub, you’ll work alongside a passionate team delivering impactful, hybrid and in-person gatherings for students, educators, and leaders across Europe. This internship offers a dynamic, creative environment where you’ll sharpen your event production, communication, and technical skills—while contributing to projects like Creative Skills Week 2025 and the ELIA Leadership Symposium. If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to make your mark in the arts education sector, this is the role for you.
Location: Amsterdam (hybrid) Duration: 5 - 6 months, 32 hours a week (FTE 0.8) Start Date: End of August 2025 Compensation: €400 monthly
Application deadline: 18 August 2025 Interview dates: 20 August 2025
Tasks and Responsibilities The Events Intern will assist the ELIA Conference Manager, Events Coordinator, and the ELIA Team with: Supporting the logistics, production, and registration efforts for upcoming ELIA events, especially for the Creative Skills Week 2025 and ELIA Leadership Symposium 2025;Supporting communication activities related to ELIA events;Assisting with the planning of event programmes;Preparing event materials (mostly digital);Coordinating event documentation. Skills and Competencies Higher education qualification in Events Management or a related field;Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English;Ability to effectively communicate and liaise with diverse groups and cultures;Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office;Basic knowledge of video conferencing tools and video production;Video editing skills;Good technical and IT skills;Self-motivated, proactive, well-organised, and efficient;Experience and knowledge in event marketing and event communication are appreciated. What ELIA Offers Practical experience at upcoming ELIA events, including attending the ELIA Leadership Symposium 2025 in Geneva;A great professional opportunity filled with challenges and responsibilities;Hands-on knowledge;A significant boost to your resume;Monthly internship compensation;Travel compensation to and from the ELIA office (on in-office days), as well as working-from-home and telephone monthly allowance;A unique opportunity to learn about the future of the events industry;Fun colleagues and a workplace in Amsterdam within a creative and inspiring environment, with the flexibility to work some hours remotely;Access to a vast international network in the arts, culture, and education sectors.
ELIA is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and fostering a diverse team that reflects the broader society. ELIA welcomes applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.
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