COMMUNICATION INTERN

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Communications Intern

About JTI Ethiopia
JTI Ethiopia is part of Japan Tobacco International (JTI), a leading international company operating in over 130 markets worldwide. With a proud local heritage spanning more than 80 years, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace where our people can grow professionally and personally. As a certified Top Employer, we offer exciting career opportunities, continuous development, and a culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact.

Function: Corporate Affairs & Communication

Reports to: Communication Manager

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Program Duration: 12-month paid internship program

We are looking for a proactive and creative Communications Intern to support internal and external communication activities, content creation, corporate engagement initiatives, and employee communication campaigns. This role is ideal for fresh graduates who are eager to build hands-on experience in corporate communications and storytelling.

What you will do:

• Support the development and execution of internal communication campaigns across multiple channels.
• Assist in preparing leadership communication materials, including messages, announcements, and visual content.
• Help coordinate internal events, including town halls, engagement activities, and employee campaigns.
• Draft, edit, and proofread communication materials to ensure clarity and consistency.
• Maintain and update internal communication platforms and content calendars.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that strengthen workplace culture and collaboration.

Who we are looking for:

• Fresh graduate in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong organizational, creative, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with design tools such as Canva or video editing tools is an advantage.

What you will gain:

• Hands-on experience in corporate communications, employee engagement, and internal campaigns.
• Practical skills in content creation, branding, messaging, and storytelling.
• Exposure to event coordination, leadership communication, and communication planning.
• Mentorship from experienced communications professionals.
• Soft-skill development through structured training.
• Monthly income and experience working in an international organization.
• A strong foundation to support future career decisions.

Note: This opportunity is open only to 2025/2026 fresh graduates. Candidates who do not meet this requirement are kindly requested not to apply.