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Student Communications Assistant (f/m/d)

CompanyISDC - International Security and Development Center gGmbH
LocationBerlin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The assistant will support the management of websites and contact databases while contributing to the organization of events and seminars. They will also assist in producing content for social media channels to drive research impact.
Internship Type
intern / student
Company Size
Not specified
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About the Role

We are looking for

Student Communications Assistant (f/m/d)

(part-time -  20 hours per week)


to start in June 2026. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in communications and events targeted at academic, policy and practice communities. ISDC’s communications team drives impact by disseminating research and facilitating cross-sectoral connection.

Background

Your responsibilities

  • Supporting the management of ISDC’s websites and contact databases;

  • Contributing to the organisation of events, such as our flagship Fragile Lives conference and (online) seminars; and 

  • Assisting in the production of content for ISDC’s social media channels.

We think you’d be a great fit if you

  • Are currently enrolled as a student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a communications degree or a topically-relevant degree (such as political science, peace and conflict studies, development studies, or similar) with demonstrated communications interest;
  • Have some experience with and enjoy supporting in-person and online events, preferably in an academic or policy setting;
  • Have first experience with managing databases and/or CMS systems (WordPress or similar); 
  • Enjoy designing presentations and graphics for seminars, events, and social media (using Canva or similar);
  • Write and speak English at an excellent (minimum C1) level; and
  • Are based in the wider Berlin area.

Qualificatons and key competencies

What you’ll gain by working with us

  • Hands-on experience in communications for a leading international research institute with a diverse group of donors and partners;
  • A 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension, working up to 20 hours per week;
  • 15,08 Euro gross per hour;
  • Flexible work model; including the opportunity to work remotely from abroad for 3 weeks per year;
  • 30 days of annual leave and additional days off additional days off on 24 and 31 of December (full-time equivalent); and
  • An exciting and collaborative working environment in a modern office space near S+U Wedding station.

Interested?

Then we encourage you to apply! Please upload your CV, relevant transcripts, and a short cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position (maximum one page) via the respective fields on the submissions page. Examples of any relevant work samples are encouraged, but not mandatory. The deadline for applications is 17 May 2025. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dorian Lötzer (loetzer@isdc.org). We ask that applicants kindly refrain from follow-up questions after application and strive to get back to every applicant as soon as possible.

We are looking forward to hearing from you! 

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About us

ISDC – International Security and Development Center is a non-profit academic institute based in Berlin, Germany. We believe in the power of data to study the impact of violent conflict, humanitarian emergencies, and fragility on lives and livelihoods. You can find out more about us and our work by visiting www.isdc.org.
Key Skills
CommunicationsEvent managementWebsite managementDatabase managementCMSWordPressContent creationSocial media managementGraphic designCanvaPresentation designEnglish proficiency
Categories
Science & ResearchMarketingAdministrativeCreative & Media
Benefits
Flexible work modelRemote work from abroad for 3 weeks per year30 days of annual leaveAdditional days off on 24 and 31 of DecemberCollaborative working environment