Vacancies

Below you find an overview of positions at the University of Amsterdam and/or partner institutes of the IAS. When a research position results from collaboration between UvA departments and the UvA Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) the formal place of employment is always at a department, whereas the IAS offers a physical home base for the interdisciplinary work.

Science Communication Intern

Are you an interdisciplinary-minded student with a passion for science communication?

The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) at the University of Amsterdam is looking for a student to join as a science communication intern, supporting the communication advisor with a variety of tasks.

The intern will work directly with the Communication Advisor. They will support and learn about a variety of tasks, such as:

Assisting in the creation and editing of content for various communication channels, such as social media, blog posts, newsletters, press releases, and the annual report;
Assisting in the communication of events, including invitation management and on-site support in photography and social media appearance;
Supporting the development and maintenance of media contact lists and databases;
Writing articles or profiles on notable individuals or projects within the organisation;
Providing general administrative support, such as organising files and documents;
Assisting with proofreading and editing tasks to ensure accuracy and consistency in written materials.

We are looking for an intern for a minimum of 10 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months to 1 year (preferred), ideally starting mid-August/beginning of September. Working hours are flexible, keeping in mind study schedules/programmes, and agreed upon before the start of the internship. After 1 year, the agreement may be extended by mutual agreement.

Benefits

Work at our office in the city centre of Amsterdam, where you get a lot of room to contribute your own ideas;
Guidance by our communications advisor and direct contact with international top researchers;
Internship allowance of €250,- per month ;
Flexible working hours;
Collaboration with your educational institution to earn credits is possible.

Interested?

Send your motivation and CV to Jayshri Murli. Please name any documents required as follows: name_surname_internship-science-communication-IAS. If you have a portfolio that supports your affinity with writing, photography, videography or any other acquired skill, please do not hesitate to include this in your application.

The start and end dates of the internship are negotiable. Preferably, the student will start mid-August/beginning of September 2026. The vacancy is open until Tuesday, 23 June 2026. If no suitable candidates apply, we will re-open the vacancy. For more information about the position and procedure, please contact Jayshri Murli.

Additional candidate requirements

Excellent English written language skills. Dutch is not required, but preferred if there are multiple suitable candidates;
Background in or affinity with science journalism, digital media, or communication;
Affinity with or interest in interdisciplinary research;
Interest in content marketing;
Interest in social media;
Enrolled in a Dutch (applied) university during the entire internship;
Available for a minimum of 6 months;
Available for at least two half-days per week (preferably on Monday and Wednesday afternoons, but this is negotiable).

An internship is a learning opportunity. IAS, therefore, encourages you to also respond if you meet only part of our requirements; we value motivation over acquired skills.

IAS strives to ensure that the composition of its staff is a reflection of society. We see it as an added value if you contribute to the diversity within IAS.