Intern for Events Area

Function:
As an Intern for the Events Area at IWCN you will:

• Support the Event coordinator in Groningen in planning & hosting in-person or virtual events. (This may occasionally include events after 5:00 PM or on weekends, although not constantly)
• Support the Event coordinator in communicating with the group of volunteers and external collaborators with who we organize the events. (Both internationals and Dutch).
• Participate in bringing new ideas for events, brainstorming possibilities, and expanding our network opportunities
• Follow the guidelines provided by the event coordination and management, and play a collaborative role in relation with the other areas of the organization: Communication, Information, Formalities & Business.

Skills & Requirements:

• Be currently enrolled in a study program at a higher education institution in the provinces of Groningen, Friesland or Drenthe. Priority will be given to studies related to event management or international culture oriented
• Experience working in intercultural environments and/or Integration to Dutch Society related is preferred.
• Interest and sensibility about the international community in the northern Netherlands. Understand their needs, challenges and strengths.
• Sensitivity and skills in intercultural communication. (Ability to understand different perspectives according to the culture, respect for differences, knowing your own biases, approaching differences with curiosity and openness).
• Excellent command of spoken and written English; some extra knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
• Excellent teamwork collaborative abilities and interpersonal skills
• Assertive communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards new challenges and adaptability to an organization that is constantly changing.
• Good time management skills, balancing work with health and self-care.

Working Conditions:

• Time: Starting first semester 2026, For 4 – 5 months. (Late January to June)
• Hours of work: 24 to 32 hrs a week. Semi-flexible schedule, to be established with the Events Coordinator.
• Remuneration: €400 per month based on a 32 hrs a week.
• Working place: At the office in Groningen, sometimes at event´s venues in northern Netherlands. Occasionally from home

Contact, Information & Applications

For information and application please contact Erika Pacheco – Event Coordinator. erika.pacheco@iwcn.nl  / Phone: +31 (0) 50 367 7197 from Monday to Thursday from 9:00 to 12:00 hrs.

Please reply to this vacancy before 16 December 2025. Answers will be given the second week of January 2026 after the winter holiday vacation.