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Communication Intern

CompanyEast African Crude Oil Pipeline
LocationDar es-Salaam
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in creating content for various communication channels, managing social media accounts, and coordinating events. Additionally, they will support stakeholder engagement, conduct media monitoring, and provide administrative assistance to the communication team.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
546
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP) is a pipeline that will transport oil produced from Uganda’s Lake Albert oilfields to the port of Tanga in Tanzania where the oil will then be sold onwards to world markets. The pipeline is buried and once topsoil and vegetation have been re-instated people and animals will be able to cross freely anywhere along its length.
About the Role
Communication Intern

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Internship offers hands-on experience in corporate communications, public relations, and stakeholder engagement within a large-scale international project.

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Key Responsibilities: 

  • Content Creation: Assist in creating and editing content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, press releases, and the company website. 

  • Social Media Management: Support the management of EACOP’s social media accounts by scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and analyzing performance metrics. 

  • Event Coordination: Assist in planning and organizing events, including press conferences, community outreach programs, and internal meetings. 

  • Media Monitoring: Monitor media coverage and compile daily reports on relevant news and developments related to the project and the industry. 

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Support the communication team in engaging with stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and industry partners. 

  • Research: Conduct research on communication trends, best practices, and relevant topics to inform the communication strategy. 

  • Administrative Support: Provide administrative support to the communication team, including scheduling meetings, maintaining contact lists, and organizing files. 

Qualifications: 

  • Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. 

  • Must provide an introduction letter from the university and a copy of the student ID. 

  • Must provide a partial transcript/testimonial showing current academic scores with a minimum of an upper-second grade. 

  • Must be available full-time for the duration of the internship. 

  • Must submit a letter of motivation explaining the reasons for your interest in joining EACOP. 

Skills: 

  • Strong writing and editing skills. 

  • Proficiency in social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram). 

  • Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus. 

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 

 

Attributes: 

  • Creative and proactive mindset. 

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

  • High level of attention to detail. 

  • Enthusiastic and eager to learn. 

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If you like working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Key Skills
Content creationPublic relationsSocial media managementEvent coordinationMedia monitoringStakeholder engagementResearchAdministrative supportWritingEditingGraphic designOrganizational skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsMicrosoft Office Suite
Categories
Creative & MediaMarketingAdministrativeEnergyLogistics