Events Intern

The Opportunity

Join ELIA as our next Events Intern! Gain hands-on experience organising international events that shape the future of higher arts education. Based in one of Amsterdam’s vibrant creative hubs, you’ll work alongside a passionate team delivering impactful, hybrid and in-person gatherings for students, educators, and leaders across Europe. This internship offers a dynamic, creative environment where you’ll sharpen your event production, communication, and technical skills—while contributing to projects like ELIA Biennial Conference 2026 and Creative Skills Week 2026. If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to make your mark in the arts education sector, this is the role for you. 

Organisation Profile

ELIA is Europe's leading multi-disciplinary network in higher education and research. Powered by over 280 members, we are a globally connected knowledge community for peer-learning, international collaboration and advocacy. ELIA’s work includes the organisation of international events, the facilitation of cross-institutional working groups, participation in research and innovation projects, and the publication of influential policy papers. Based in Amsterdam’s creative hub, A-Lab, ELIA is a member association funded through the Creative Europe programme. Our work culture is open and participative, with a focus on key outcomes and continuous learning and development.  

Candidate Profile 

Are you interested in developing online, hybrid, and in-person events for the higher arts education sector? Would you like to experiment, support, and co-create events for students, academic staff, and leadership teams? ELIA is looking for a driven Events Intern to assist in a variety of practical and logistical tasks associated with organising upcoming ELIA events, both online and in person. The Events Intern should have some experience in event management and the ability to work independently. Excellent organisational skills and a proactive attitude are a must. Experience with digital events and video production is preferred.  

Tasks and Responsibilities 

The Events Intern will assist the ELIA Conference Manager and the ELIA Team with: 

• Supporting the logistics, production, and registration efforts for upcoming ELIA events, especially for the PIE Internationalisation Community Meeting 2026, Creative Skills Week 2026 and ELIA Biennial Conference 2026; 

• Supporting communication activities related to ELIA events; 

• Assisting with the planning of event programmes; 

• Preparing event materials (mostly digital); 

• Coordinating event documentation. 

Skills and Competencies  

• Higher education qualification in Events Management or a related field; 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; 

• Ability to effectively communicate and liaise with diverse groups and cultures; 

• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office; 

• Basic knowledge of video conferencing tools and video production; 

• Basic video editing skills; 

• Good technical and IT skills; 

• Self-motivated, proactive, well-organised, and efficient; 

• Experience and knowledge in event marketing and event communication are appreciated.  

What ELIA Offers 

• Practical experience at upcoming ELIA events; 

• A great professional opportunity filled with challenges and responsibilities; 

• Hands-on knowledge; 

• A significant boost to your resume; 

• Monthly internship compensation; 

• Travel compensation to and from the ELIA office (on in-office days), as well as working-from-home and telephone monthly allowance. 

• A unique opportunity to learn about the future of the events industry; 

• Fun colleagues and a workplace in Amsterdam within a creative and inspiring environment, with the flexibility to work some hours remotely; 

• Access to a vast international network in the arts, culture, and education sectors. 

Practical Details

• Position: Events Intern 

• FTE: 0.8 FTE, 32 H/week  

• Compensation: €400 monthly

• Location: Amsterdam (office + remote)   

• Start Date: Beginning of April 2026 

• Duration: 4 – 5 months   

• Application Deadline: 2 March 

• Interview Dates: 6 and 9 March 

Please note: Candidates must have a valid work permit for the Netherlands (according to Dutch Labour Law) already in place, which pertains to the time they will be working with ELIA. 

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Any questions can be addressed to Joana Alves, HR and Operations Manager, at joana.alves@elia-artschools.org.

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 ELIA strives to be an equal opportunities employer and to see that the make-up of its staff is diverse and representative of society. ELIA welcomes applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.