EU DisinfoLab is seeking Communication and community Interns for 2027 to support its outreach efforts and help strengthen its growing network. The internship is based in Brussels (on-site only), lasts a minimum of 3 months, and is open only to students currently enrolled in an academic curriculum with a signed internship convention. At Youth Works Hub, we have gathered every task, requirement and application step from the posting below.
Internship Essentials
🏢 Organisation: EU DisinfoLab
🗂️ Position: Communication and community Internships
🗓️ Timing: 2027
📍 Location: Brussels (on-site only)
⏱️ Duration: minimum 3 months
👥 Supervision: the Community and Communications Manager, in close collaboration with the Community Coordinator
Why This Internship Matters
The posting describes the internship as a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic communications, community building, and content creation, while contributing to one of the most pressing challenges facing democracy and information integrity today. Interns contribute to EU DisinfoLab's mission of combating disinformation.
On-Site in Brussels: No Remote Option
The internship is based in Brussels and is not available remotely. Interns are required to be present at the Brussels office at least three days a week. Remote internships are not an option. The selected candidates work under the direct supervision of the Community and Communications Manager and in close collaboration with the Community Coordinator.
Tasks and Skills
The core communications and community tasks are:
📨 Draft and send out the Disinfo Update newsletter, including sourcing content, writing blurbs, and preparing the newsletter for mailing and publishing
🎙️ Support with webinars and webinar communications: set-up, promotion, logistics, and post-event content
📱 Draft and post social media posts and mailings
🖥️ Update the website with new content, resources, and event details
🎤 Assist with the annual conference: content, communications, and logistics (depending on the timing of the internship)
✏️ Proofread and edit materials
🔎 Conduct media monitoring
🧩 Contribute to other communications and community tasks as needed
You can browse more international internship opportunities in communications, policy and beyond on Youth Works Hub.
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Additional Missions Beyond Communications
Interns also take part in wider work across the organisation:
🇪🇺 Support EU project work
🧠 Assist with research efforts on disinformation and information manipulation
📜 Contribute to policy and advocacy work
According to the posting, this variety of tasks ensures a well-rounded experience that prepares interns for future careers in the field.
What You Will Learn
📰 How to research, curate and produce content for a newsletter
🗓️ The essentials of planning, promoting and running webinars
⌨️ Writing for different platforms: social media, email, and web
🌐 Website content management and updating digital resources
📣 Event communications and coordination
Internship Requirements
The posting states that applications need to fulfil all requirements described below:
🎓 Eligibility: only interns who are currently enrolled in an academic curriculum are accepted. This ensures that the internship is an integral part of their educational development.
📄 University agreement: a signed internship convention with the student and their academic advisor is mandatory for all interns.
⏱️ Duration: the internship must be a minimum of 3 months.
⚖️ Compensation: as per Belgian law, EU DisinfoLab will not provide compensation for the internship.
📍 Location: interns are required to be present at the Brussels office at least three days a week. Remote internships are not an option.
How to Apply
📎 Send your CV and cover letter by email
✉️ Use the subject line: "Comms & community internship application – [Firstname Lastname]"
📅 Specify the potential start and end dates for your internship
🏫 Include information about your academic curriculum
👤 Add an administrative point of contact at your University
What Happens After You Apply
EU DisinfoLab typically receives a high number of applications and cannot respond to each one individually. If you have not heard back within a month, it likely means the organisation is moving forward with other candidates this time. Applicants are encouraged to apply again for future opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the EU DisinfoLab internship paid?
No. As per Belgian law, EU DisinfoLab will not provide compensation for the internship.
Can I do this internship remotely?
No. The internship is based in Brussels and is not available remotely. Interns must be present at the Brussels office at least three days a week.
Can recent graduates apply?
No. EU DisinfoLab only accepts interns who are currently enrolled in an academic curriculum, and a signed internship convention with the student and their academic advisor is mandatory.
How long is the internship?
The internship must be a minimum of 3 months. The posting refers to internships in 2027.
What subject line should I use in my application email?
Use "Comms & community internship application – [Firstname Lastname]". Attach your CV and cover letter and include your potential start and end dates, information about your academic curriculum and an administrative point of contact at your University.
Who supervises the interns?
Interns work under the direct supervision of the Community and Communications Manager and in close collaboration with the Community Coordinator.
What if I do not receive a reply?
If you have not heard from EU DisinfoLab within a month, it likely means they are moving forward with other candidates. You are encouraged to apply again for future opportunities.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
Links
📧 Application email: recruitment@disinfo.eu
🔗 Internships page: https://www.disinfo.eu/internships/
