Internship global health communications and events
Start date: In September-October 2026 (negotiable)
Duration: 6 months (negotiable)
Number of hours per week: 32-36 hours
Description
In this internship at Wemos, you will support the communications and (online and offline) events for our projects in the areas of access to medicines, finance for health, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The internship will consist of, among other things, writing posts for our website, newsletter and social media, and carrying out practical tasks for the organization of upcoming events (e.g. working with relevant global health experts on the format of panel discussions, invitees list, sending out invites and practical organizational matters). In addition, you will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support the organization in its work. Other components of the internship may include note taking, attending meetings on behalf of Wemos, and contributing to reports and policy briefs. The internship can be further expanded based on your specific skills and interests, including potential topics for research. You will join a small, dedicated, experienced and fun team. The internship allowance is 300 euros per month based on a 36-hour work week.
About Wemos
For nearly 50 years, Wemos has been committed to the structural improvement of access to healthcare for everyone, everywhere. We address the root causes of problems, present solutions, and call for action. Currently, we are focusing on achieving equitable, affordable access to medicines (including advocacy on transparency in the pharmaceutical sector, socially responsible licensing of medical innovations, and regional production of medicines and vaccines), adequate and sustainable funding for global health, and SRHR for all (with a strong focus on intersectionality). Wemos leads the Knowledge and Expertise Hub for the recently started SRHR Next Alliance, which brings together 11 Dutch NGOs working on SRHR with partners in eight countries in Africa and South-West Asia. Wemos currently has a dedicated team of ten staff members, most of whom work from our office in Amsterdam.
Requirements
Description of guidance and mentoring
During the internship, the intern will be supervised by the communications advisor at Wemos. This person acts as the supervisor/mentor, providing guidance on the subject matters and day-to-day tasks, and conducting progress reviews.
Relevant academic background and skills
- A study in or related to Global Health or communications.
- Passion for international health justice.
- You like communications work (including social media) and organizing events.
- Experience with WordPress or similar content management systems is a plus.
- Proactive attitude and keenness to learn.
- You are able to work both independently and in collaboration with others.
Relevant work experience
Experience in organizing events and meetings, taking minutes and drafting (policy) documents. Work experience at NGOs, research institutions or other relevant organizations or companies is a plus.
Language requirements
Excellent speaking and writing skills in English is required. Speaking and writing skills in Dutch is a plus.
How to apply
Please send your motivation letter (no more than one page) and curriculum vitae (no more than two pages) to tim.looten@wemos.org no later than Wednesday 26 August 2026.
If you have questions about the vacancy, please contact Tim Looten, communication advisor at Wemos, at tim.looten@wemos.org.
