Mandatory Internship in Communications and Advocacy

SOS MEDITERRANEE Germany

Intern supporting communication and advocacy activities for SOS Mediterranee, aiding humanitarian efforts in the Mediterranean. Conducting research, content creation, and administrative support in a hybrid work setting.

Posted 6/15/2026internshipBerlin • 🇩🇪 GermanyEntry Level💰 €500 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Researching, analyzing and synthesizing information on current developments in politics, civil society and search and rescue (SAR)
Supporting advocacy work and political communication
Assisting with the creation of website content and internal information documents
Weekly press/media monitoring
Translating articles and informational materials from other country organizations into German
Conceptualizing and creating social media content
Providing administrative support
General support for special occasions such as events, campaigns or periods of increased workload

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a degree program in Political Science, Social Sciences, International Relations, Migration Studies, Communications and Media Studies, or a related field with a compulsory internship requirement
Interest in humanitarian issues and migration policy
Very good research and analytical skills; experience producing written content
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
Experience working with social media
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English
Commitment to the mission and values of SOS MEDITERRANEE in its European dimension
Advantageous: knowledge of search and rescue (SAR), maritime and international law, migration issues, the Mediterranean context, and graphic design

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful work in a young, dynamic team
Broad insights into the work of an international civilian search and rescue organization
Flat hierarchies and plenty of room to contribute your own ideas
Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home
A monthly allowance of €500

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Hard Skills & Tools

research skillsanalytical skillswritten content productionsocial media experiencegraphic designtranslationwebsite content creationpress/media monitoring

Soft Skills

strong communication skillsteamworkadministrative supportadvocacy supportcommitment to mission and values

Certifications

degree in Political Sciencedegree in Social Sciencesdegree in International Relationsdegree in Migration Studiesdegree in Communications and Media Studies