Ocean Community is looking for a Course Creation & Learning Management intern in Lisbon, Portugal, for a full-time Erasmus+ traineeship expected to start on 1 March 2027. The placement is for Master's level students, it is unpaid with Erasmus+ funding possibly available, and applications close on 01 February 2027 (Brussels time). At Youth Works Hub, we went through the offer so you can see the tasks, the tools and exactly how to apply.
Internship at a Glance
🏢 Host organisation: Ocean Community (Non-profit / NGO)
📍 Location: Lisbon, Portugal (in-person, Lisbon office)
🎓 Type: Traineeship (during studies)
🇪🇺 Programme: Erasmus+ traineeship
⏱️ Duration: 3 months
🕘 Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week
🗓️ Expected starting date: 1 March 2027 (start is flexible)
💶 Financial terms: Unpaid internship (Erasmus+ funding may be available)
Who Is Ocean Community?
Ocean Community is an international non-profit connecting people, knowledge and innovation to accelerate ocean regeneration and a blue economy. It is a global organisation supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in ocean sustainability through initiatives such as the Ocean Community Challenge and OC Learn.
Why This Internship Exists
If you are passionate about ocean education and learning innovation, this role lets you help develop accessible learning experiences that inspire the next generation of ocean leaders.
What You Will Do Every Day
🌐 Support three learning programmes: Ocean 101, OC Academy and OC Campus
🎙️ Plan and coordinate webinars, Innothons and Hackathons
💻 Develop and maintain digital courses using WIX and Sana Labs
🤝 Coordinate with Ocean Ambassadors, mentors and partners
🔎 Research ocean topics and contribute to learning content and quizzes
📣 Support communication materials and track learner engagement
What You Will Gain in Lisbon
You will get hands-on experience in educational programme development, digital learning technologies and international stakeholder coordination, while contributing to global ocean education initiatives.
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Fields of Study This Offer Targets
📘 Education science
🌱 Environmental sciences
🏺 Sociology and cultural studies
🏛️ Political sciences and civics
📊 Management and administration
Level of Studies and Working Language
The offer is listed for Master (EQF 7) level and is a traineeship carried out during studies. The working language is English.
Skills the Host Is Looking For
🏫 Developing educational programmes
🧭 Advising on educational or vocational matters
📅 Organising, planning and scheduling work and activities
🎧 Using digital tools for content creation and processing sound and images
🧮 Analysing and evaluating information and data
Tools You Will Work With
🛠️ Wix
🗂️ MS Office 365
☁️ Google Drive
🤖 Sana AI
⏰ Calendly
Benefits of the Placement
🎯 Learning courses and training assistance
🏠 Partial remote work
📶 Internet connection
Funding: What to Expect
This is an unpaid internship, and the host states that Erasmus+ funding may be available. The offer is listed under the Erasmus+ traineeship programme. To understand the funding route before you apply, read our guide on how funded traineeships work abroad.
Visa and Work Authorisation
This offer is for EU/EEA residents only. Ocean Community is currently only able to host candidates who do not require an additional work visa, for example EU citizens or those with existing residency.
How to Apply
📄 Prepare your CV and cover letter
📝 Submit both through the application form of Ocean Community
⚠️ Applications must be submitted through this form to be considered
🕒 Indicate your availability and your preferred internship duration
Before you send your documents, you can read how Youth Works Hub checks opportunities, and you can browse more internships and traineeships on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ocean Community Course Creation internship paid?
No, it is an unpaid internship. The host states that Erasmus+ funding may be available, and the offer is listed as an Erasmus+ traineeship.
Who can apply for this internship in Lisbon?
The offer is for EU/EEA residents only, because the host can currently only take candidates who do not require an additional work visa, such as EU citizens or those with existing residency. The level of studies listed is Master (EQF 7).
When does the internship start and how long does it last?
The expected starting date is 1 March 2027, and the host describes the start as flexible. The listed duration is 3 months, full time at 40 hours per week.
Is the role in-person or remote?
The internship is in-person at the Ocean Community office in Lisbon. Partial remote work is also listed among the benefits of the placement.
Which platforms will the intern use?
Digital courses are developed and maintained using WIX and Sana Labs. The tools listed for the role are Wix, MS Office 365, Google Drive, Sana AI and Calendly.
What should I include in my application?
You submit your CV and cover letter through the application form, as applications must come through the form to be considered. You also need to indicate your availability and preferred internship duration.
Deadline
⏳ 01 February 2027
Links
🔗 Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIwSKq_3U90kc3amDZ2k_eE1Ishom0xLPke0FBr4XycZbbfA/viewform?pli=1
🖥️ Ocean Community website: https://www.oceancommunitychallenge.co
👤 Susanne Wedin-Schildt, Executive President, LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-wedin-schildt-a5603ba/
