HOC Living is looking for a creative, strategic Brand and PR Intern to elevate the public image and brand presence of House of Co and Work of Co in Antwerp, Belgium. This is a 4-month, full-time Erasmus+ traineeship starting on 28 December 2026, with applications open until 27 December 2026 (Brussels time). At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full offer and set out every task, requirement and benefit below.
The Traineeship at a Glance
🏷️ Role: Brand and PR Intern
📣 Field: Marketing and advertising
📍 Location: Antwerp, Belgium
📑 Programme: Erasmus+ traineeship
🧾 Pay: Unpaid traineeship
🗓️ Expected start date: 28 December 2026, flexible
⏱️ Duration: 4 months
🕘 Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week
🗣️ Working language: English
📅 Application deadline: 27 December 2026 (Brussels time)
About HOC Living
HOC Living works in the real estate sector and is based in Antwerp, Belgium. Its brands include House of Co and Work of Co. The company describes its vision in one line: it believes in a different kind of living, one where home is defined by the people you share it with.
A Boutique Identity Instead of Basic Press Releases
The offer asks whether you are looking for a brand and PR internship where you actually shape a boutique identity instead of just writing basic press releases. HOC Living wants a creative, strategic intern who will elevate the public image and brand presence of House of Co and Work of Co.
Working Closely With the Management Team
You will work closely with the management team and gain hands-on experience building media relationships, driving press coverage and shaping brand messaging across all touchpoints.
Your Four Areas of Work
📰 PR and outreach: draft press releases, build targeted media lists and pitch compelling stories to local and international publications.
✍️ Brand messaging: maintain a consistent, premium brand voice across press kits, partner presentations and external communication channels.
🎟️ Event PR and partnerships: coordinate media invites for community events and identify potential brand partnerships to elevate local awareness.
📊 Media monitoring: track press coverage, compile media reports and monitor industry trends to identify new PR opportunities.
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Who You Are
🎓 You are pursuing or have completed a degree in public relations, communications, marketing or brand management.
🖋️ You are a strong creative writer with high attention to detail and storytelling ability.
📞 You are a proactive, confident communicator, eager to reach out to journalists, media outlets and partners.
🗣️ You are fluent in English. Dutch or French proficiency is a major plus for local media outreach.
Level of Studies and Working Language
📘 Bachelor (EQF 6)
🏅 Master (EQF 7)
💬 Working language: English
Expected Skills and Tools
The offer lists three expected skills:
🔎 Conducting academic or market research
📈 Market analysis
📱 Digital marketing
It also lists the tools used in the role: ChatGPT, Canva, CapCut basics, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and Google Workspace.
International Candidates and Visa Support
HOC Living can host international candidates and will provide the necessary documentation, such as a signed Learning Agreement and an invitation letter. If you are coming from outside the EU, all documents are handled by the applicant, and HOC does not provide visa sponsorship. It does, however, provide a Learning Agreement and an acceptance letter for your visa application, if needed. For a general overview of when you need a visa or residence permit, see our guide on visas and residence permits for Erasmus+ and ESC.
Duration, Schedule and Start Date
⏱️ 4 months
🕘 Full time, 40 hours per week
🗓️ Expected start date: 28 December 2026
🔄 Flexible start date
Unpaid, With an Accommodation Discount
This is listed as an unpaid traineeship under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme. The only benefit listed is a 15% discount on HOC Living accommodations, subject to availability. To understand how funded traineeships work in general, read our guide to paid internships abroad and funded traineeships.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter by e-mail to the HOC Living careers team. If you need help with your CV, our guide on how to prepare a Europass CV walks you through it. Find more internships and traineeships across Europe in the Youth Works Hub internship section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brand and PR Intern position at HOC Living paid?
No. It is listed as an unpaid traineeship under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme. The only benefit listed is a 15% discount on HOC Living accommodations, subject to availability.
How long does the traineeship last and when does it start?
The traineeship lasts 4 months, full time at 40 hours per week. The expected starting date is 28 December 2026, and the start date is flexible.
What will I do as a Brand and PR Intern?
You will draft press releases and build media lists, maintain a premium brand voice across press kits and partner presentations, coordinate media invites for community events and track press coverage through media reports.
Who can apply?
The offer is for candidates pursuing or having completed a degree in public relations, communications, marketing or brand management, at Bachelor (EQF 6) or Master (EQF 7) level. HOC Living says it can host international candidates.
Do I need to speak Dutch or French?
No, but it helps. You need to be fluent in English, and Dutch or French proficiency is a major plus for local media outreach.
Does HOC Living provide visa sponsorship?
No. If you come from outside the EU, you handle all documents yourself. HOC Living does provide a Learning Agreement and an acceptance letter for your visa application, if needed.
Which tools should I know?
The offer lists ChatGPT, Canva, CapCut basics, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and Google Workspace.
Where will I work?
The traineeship is based in Antwerp, Belgium, with HOC Living, a real estate company behind House of Co and Work of Co.
How do I apply?
Send your CV and cover letter by e-mail before 27 December 2026 (Brussels time). The address is listed in the Links section below.
Deadline
⏳ 27 December 2026
Links
📧 Application email: careers@houseofco.eu
🏠 HOC Living website: https://hocliving.eu/en
