CAREERS - WOMEN4CYBER: WE CURRENTLY HAVE 2 JOB OPENINGS
Projects & Communications Intern - University-Funded only
ABOUT THE JOB:
Project & Communications Intern
Location: Brussels (Hybrid: mostly on-site with up to 2 days/week remote)
Duration: 3–6 months (preference: 6 months)
Start date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: 15 December 2025, 23:59 (Brussels time)
⚠️ Eligibility: This internship is only open to students eligible for a university-funded mobility or training programme (Erasmus+, Eurodyssey, or similar). Legal right to live and work in the EU is required.
Eligibility Checklist (required to apply):
☐ Confirmed eligibility with your university
☐ Proof of eligibility (Learning Agreement draft, confirmation email, or nomination letter)
☐ Legal right to live and work in the EU for the internship duration
About the Role:
Join the Women4Cyber Foundation as a Project & Communications Intern supporting our flagship Mentorship Programme, now in its 10th edition across Europe. You will work closely with the Mentorship and Communications Managers in a dynamic, international environment.
Your Responsibilities:
- Communicate with mentors and mentees (emails, FAQs, follow-ups)
- Create content: testimonials, interviews, programme highlights
- Support online events: webinars, workshops, networking sessions
- Handle administrative tasks: tracking metrics, updating documentation
- Assist communications with digital and visual assets (Canva, WordPress, Eventbrite)
You Are:
- Studying communications, international relations, social sciences, project management, or related fields
- Strong in English writing and storytelling
- Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Interested in mentorship, diversity, and/or cybersecurity
- Comfortable with digital tools (email, shared drives, basic event software)
What You’ll Gain:
- Experience managing a pan-European mentorship initiative
- Collaboration with international partners, experts, and volunteers within the European cybersecurity community
- Real-world communications skills: content creation, digital asset management
- Professional growth in project management, administration, and event coordination
- Meaningful impact supporting women in cybersecurity and promoting diversity in tech
Compensation:
Unpaid. Must be funded via university-accredited credits or mobility grants (e.g., Erasmus+). We provide documentation to support your application.
A Note on Inclusivity
We know job ads can sometimes feel intimidating — but you don’t need to meet every single requirement to apply. If this opportunity excites you and you believe you’d thrive in the role, we encourage you to go for it.
At Women4Cyber, we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, cultures, and experiences who share our commitment to mentorship, inclusion, and cybersecurity.
Application Process:
- Submit CV (English), short cover letter, and portfolio (if available)
- Complete eligibility checklist (see above)
- Email your application to mentorship@women4cyber.eu, addressed to Saskia Brugman (Operational Coordinator) and Manel Jabri (Mentorship Coordinator)
- Email subject line: Application – Project & Communications Intern – [Your Name]
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed remotely on a rolling basis
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to supply:
- Confirmation of your university’s internship/mobility scheme eligibility
- A draft Learning Agreement (if applicable) or equivalent university documentation
- Final interviews will be conducted in Brussels (in-person or hybrid).
- Successful applicant should be available to start in November.
AI Notice:
You may use AI tools to assist your application, but fully AI-generated or careless submissions will be disqualified.
EU Projects Events & Communications - University-Funded only
Location: Brussels (Hybrid: mostly on-site with up to 2 days/week remote)
Duration: 3–6 months (preference: 6 months)
Framework: Erasmus+ or similar university-funded mobility programme (mandatory)
⚠️ Eligibility: This internship is only open to students eligible for a university-funded mobility or training programme (Erasmus+, Eurodyssey, or similar). Legal right to live and work in the EU is required.
Eligibility Checklist (required to apply):
☐ Confirmed eligibility with your university
☐ Proof of eligibility (Learning Agreement draft, confirmation email, or nomination letter)
☐ Legal right to live and work in the EU for the internship duration
About the Role
Join the Women4Cyber Foundation as an Event & Communications trainee to support our participation in EU projects. You will work closely with the team to help coordinate events, manage project communications, support documentation, and assist with day-to-day project tasks in a dynamic European environment.
Your Responsibilities:
☐ Project & Event Support
- Assist with the coordination of two project conferences in Brussels.
- Manage participant communication and registrations.
☐ Communications & Content
- Help create and schedule content for websites, newsletters, and social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook).
- Track communication KPIs.
- Translate project materials from English to French.
☐ Documentation & Reporting
- Help draft project reports, deliverables, and internal documents.
- Follow pilot training activities and monitor student participation.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience working on EU-funded projects.
- Practical skills in project coordination, event organisation, and European stakeholder communication.
- Experience producing content and supporting branding across multiple digital channels.
- Insight into the functioning and reporting requirements of EU programmes.
- A supportive environment to grow your organisational, communication, and intercultural skills.
Compensation:
Unpaid. Must be funded via university-accredited credits or mobility grants (e.g., Erasmus+). We provide documentation to support your application.
Work Permit
We cannot provide visa sponsorship. You must already have the right to live and work in the EU.
A Note on Inclusivity
We know job ads can sometimes feel intimidating — but you don’t need to meet every single requirement to apply. If this opportunity excites you and you believe you’d thrive in the role, we encourage you to go for it.
At Women4Cyber, we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, cultures, and experiences who share our commitment to mentorship, inclusion, and cybersecurity.
Application Process:
- Submit CV (English), short cover letter, and portfolio (if available)
- Complete eligibility checklist (see above)
- Email your application to, careers@women4cyber.eu addressed to Saskia Brugman (Operational Coordinator) and Camille Montmorency (Project Manager)
- Email subject line: Application – Project & Communications Intern – [Your Name]
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed remotely on a rolling basis
- Final interviews will be conducted in Brussels (in-person or hybrid).
- Successful applicant should be available to start in January.
Application Deadline: 15 December 2025, 23:59 (Brussels time)
AI Notice:
You may use AI tools to assist your application, but fully AI-generated or careless submissions will be disqualified.