Ocean Community is offering an Erasmus+ traineeship in Lisbon, Portugal, for a Content Creation and Communication Intern, with applications open until 01 February 2027. The placement lasts 3 months, runs full time from the Lisbon office and is aimed at Master's level students who live in the EU/EEA. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full offer and set out the tasks, requirements and application steps below.
What Is the Ocean Community Content Creation and Communication Internship?
If you are passionate about the ocean and creative communication, this Digital Opportunities Traineeship lets you help promote ocean sustainability through engaging digital content. You will work on social media, campaigns and written content for a mission-driven organisation, while building practical experience in content creation, digital marketing and analytics.
Who Is Ocean Community?
Ocean Community is an international non-profit and NGO based in Lisbon, Portugal. It connects people, knowledge and innovation to accelerate ocean regeneration and a blue economy.
As a global organisation, it supports innovation and entrepreneurship in ocean sustainability through initiatives such as:
🏆 The Ocean Community Challenge
📚 OC Learn
Your Work on Ocean Content and Digital Campaigns
📲 Create and manage content for Instagram, LinkedIn and We Don't Have Time.
📣 Support digital marketing campaigns, SEO and email marketing.
✍️ Write articles, newsletters and blog posts about ocean innovation, community projects and the blue economy.
📊 Develop content strategies and analyse digital performance.
🤝 Help grow the global community and promote ocean-friendly solutions.
Which Study Fields Does This Traineeship Suit?
📈 Marketing and advertising
🏛️ Sociology and cultural studies
🐠 Environmental sciences
🎬 Audio-visual techniques and media production
📰 Journalism and reporting
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Who Can Apply?
🎓 Level of studies: Master (EQF 7).
🎒 Type of placement: traineeship during studies.
🗣️ Working language: English.
Skills Ocean Community Expects
💻 Digital marketing
🏷️ Marking materials or objects for identification
🎨 Using digital tools for content creation and processing sound and images
🗂️ Processing, entering and transforming information
🖱️ Digital literacy, information skills and basic computer use
Tools Used in the Role
🖌️ Canva
💬 Social media
🧾 MS Office
🎞️ CapCut
EU/EEA Residency and Work Authorisation
This offer is for EU/EEA residents only. Ocean Community can currently host only candidates who do not require an additional work visa, for example EU citizens or those with existing residency.
Is the Ocean Community Internship Paid?
The internship is unpaid, and Erasmus+ funding may be available. It is listed under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme, so it helps to find out how the grant works before you apply. Our guide on how funded traineeships abroad work explains the basics.
Dates, Hours and Workplace
📅 Expected starting date: 01 March 2027, with a flexible start.
🗓️ Duration: 3 months.
🕘 Schedule: full time, 40 hours per week.
🏢 Location: in person at the Lisbon office.
What You Get From the Experience
🧠 Hands-on experience in content creation, digital marketing and analytics.
🌱 The chance to contribute to a mission-driven organisation.
🔬 Wider knowledge of ocean sustainability.
📘 Learning courses and training assistance.
🏠 Partial remote work.
📶 Internet connection.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter through the Ocean Community application form, as applications must be sent through this form to be considered. Prepare a clear CV in Europass format if you do not have one ready, and indicate your availability and preferred internship duration in the application.
You can find more internship opportunities like this one on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Content Creation and Communication Intern do at Ocean Community?
The intern creates and manages content for Instagram, LinkedIn and We Don't Have Time, and supports digital marketing campaigns, SEO and email marketing. The role also includes writing articles, newsletters and blog posts, developing content strategies and analysing digital performance.
Who is eligible for the Ocean Community internship in Lisbon?
The traineeship is aimed at Master (EQF 7) students and takes place during studies. It is open to EU/EEA residents only, because the organisation can host only candidates who do not require an additional work visa.
Is this Erasmus+ internship in Lisbon paid?
No, the internship is unpaid, but Erasmus+ funding may be available. Benefits listed by the organisation include learning courses or training assistance, partial remote work and an internet connection.
How long does the internship last and when does it start?
The internship lasts 3 months on a full-time basis of 40 hours per week. The expected starting date is 01 March 2027, and the start is flexible.
Is the internship remote or in person?
The location is in person at the Ocean Community office in Lisbon, Portugal. Partial remote work is listed among the benefits of the placement.
What do I need to submit for the Ocean Community internship?
You need to submit a CV and cover letter through the application form, and only applications sent through the form are considered. Your application should also state your availability and preferred internship duration.
Deadline
⏳ 01 February 2027
Links
📝 Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIwSKq_3U90kc3amDZ2k_eE1Ishom0xLPke0FBr4XycZbbfA/viewform
🌐 Ocean Community website: https://www.oceancommunitychallenge.co
