Communications Intern (12 Month Paid Internship)

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Communications Intern

Function: Corporate Affairs & Communication

Reports to: Communication Manager

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contract Duration: 12 Month Contract

We are seeking a proactive Communications Intern to support internal and external communication efforts, content creation, and corporate engagement activities.

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 and organize internal events, including town halls, engagement activities, and internal campaigns.
• Draft and edit internal communication materials.
• Maintain and update internal communication platforms.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that strengthen workplace culture and collaboration.

Who we are looking for:

• Fresh graduate in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong organizational and creativity skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; design tools are a plus (Canva, vedio editing, etc.).

What you will gain:

• Hands-on experience in corporate communications.
• Content creation, branding, and messaging skills.
• Exposure to media relations and event coordination.
• Professional mentorship and learning opportunities.
• Monthly income and exposure to an international work environment.