Paid Internship with GIZ – Event Management and Political Communications Intern for the EU-LAC Digital Alliance Secretariat

The EU-LAC Digital Alliance is offering an exceptional opportunity for students and recent graduates to join their team as an Event Management and Political Communications Intern. This full-time position, based in Berlin/Bonn, represents a unique chance to contribute to the world’s first bi-regional digital alliance while gaining valuable experience in international cooperation and digital policy.

Key Details

• Duration: September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
• Location: Berlin/Bonn, Germany
• Employment Type: Full-time internship
• Stipend: €2,205.04 gross per month
• Application Deadline: September 7, 2025

About the EU-LAC Digital Alliance

The EU-LAC Digital Alliance stands as a groundbreaking initiative in international digital cooperation. Established as the world’s first bi-regional alliance for digital matters, it connects the European Union with Latin American and Caribbean nations to advance shared digital transformation goals. With 49 current member states, the alliance facilitates cooperation in crucial areas including:

• Meaningful connectivity
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial intelligence
• Data governance
• E-governance
• Earth observation

Strategic Timing

This internship coincides with significant events in 2025:

• EU-LAC Digital Alliance Week
• CELAC-EU Summit in Santa Marta, Colombia
• High-level policy dialogues in Antigua, Guatemala

Role and Responsibilities

As an Event Management and Political Communications Intern, your duties will encompass:

1. Event Management
   • Travel coordination and participant management
   • Communication materials development
   • Event follow-up activities
   • Documentation preparation
2. Team Support
   • Meeting organization and documentation
   • Project communications assistance
   • Briefings and presentation preparation
   • Monitoring data evaluation
3. Knowledge Management
   • Information sharing within the EU-LAC Digital Alliance team
   • Documentation maintenance
   • Administrative process support

Required Qualifications

Academic Requirements:

• Currently enrolled from fifth semester onwards
• Field of study: digital transformation, international relations, public policy, political science, communication, or social sciences

Skills and Competencies:

• High cultural sensitivity and gender competence
• Diplomatic skills
• Strong project management abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Flexibility in international settings

Language Requirements:

• Working-level fluency in Spanish and English (required)
• Professional knowledge of German and/or Portuguese (asset)

Additional Considerations

• First-hand experience in development cooperation, international relations, or digital policy is advantageous
• Experience with event/meeting organization (virtual/blended/on-site) is desirable
• Must be currently enrolled or graduated within six months of internship start date

How to Apply

Apply online at https://jobs.giz.de/index.php?ac=jobad&id=76514

GIZ embraces diversity and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. The organization is committed to equal opportunities and recognizes the importance of inclusion in the workplace.