Cultural Management Internship

Art and Design, Communication and Information Sciences, Humanities
Belgium
Brussels
Period: 
1 Oct, 2020 to 31 Dec, 2021
Deadline: 
18 Jan, 2021

General information

Duration: 
3 months
Commitment: 
Full-time
Description: 

We are looking for motivated candidates to become part of the Ethno World team in the JMI (http://jmi.net) head office. Ethno is JMI's program for folk, world and trafitional music, founded in 1990 and present today in more than 20 countries. 

 

The Ethno intern:

  • Supports the Ethno World team (Ethno Global Coordinator and Ethno Project Assistant) in all facets of their tasks and responsibilities, with a particular focus on the Ethno to Ethno mobility of musicians (including placement, travel management, monitoring of expenses, gathering and collating required documentation)
  • Supports the logistics of Ethno (and, if needed, JMI) events (e.g. trainings, meetings, awards, festivals)
  • Produces content and handles Ethno World social media channels and platforms
  • Edits short texts, booklets and other communication and promotional material
  • Organizes, maintains and improves the Ethno archive and history project
  • Is the primary point of contact for Ethno World requests and communicates with national Ethno organizers and partners worldwide

We are looking for someone with:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Cross-cultural awareness and competence
  • Strong written and spoken English
  • Good technical skills:  MS Office / photo editing / internet / social media
  • Financial literacy is a plus.

The Ethno intern is a core member of our close-knit Ethno World team. As such, it is essential that you approach the internship with commitment and professionalism, as are a proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative and work independently.​

Compensation: 
Financial compensation
Transportation costs
Lunch vouchers
Years of Experience required: 
Yes

Additional Information

Internship cycles run throughout the year for a minimum commitment of 3 months, ideally for longer. Full-time internships are preferred but arrangements on a part-time basis may also be considered. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Requirements
Languages: 
English: Proficient User C1
Level of Studies: 
Bachelor