Communication and Events Intern

The Climate Action Accelerator is a non-profit initiative based in Geneva that aims to mobilise a critical mass of organisations delivering essential services to populations around the world, in view of accelerating the implementation of science-based climate pathways and contributing to a domino effect in society.

About the role

Join our communications team and help bring the Climate Action Accelerator’s activities to a wider audience. You will work on social media, publications, our website and our annual event, Acceleration Days, under the guidance of the Communications Officer.

Your responsibilities

Communication

• Create engaging content and write compelling copy for social media, and support the Communications Officer with content planning and editorial calendar management

• Edit, proofread and translate publications, and design their layout and graphics

• Keep the events and publications trackers up to date

• Help streamline and improve internal communication processes

Website

• Edit and upload content in collaboration with the Communications Officer and other contributors 

• Apply SEO best practices to improve the site’s visibility

Events

• Promote events and increase their visibility, in collaboration with external communications providers

• Contribute to the organisation and logistics of our annual event, Acceleration Days

Your profile

• Currently enrolled in a marketing, communications or journalism programme, or related field

• A valid internship agreement with your university (mandatory)

• Excellent writing skills and proficiency in graphic design and video editing

• Advanced written and spoken level of English and French (C1–C2)

• Proactive, solution-oriented and resourceful

• Genuine interest in climate and environmental issues

• Only Swiss citizens or residents, EU/EFTA citizens, or holders of a valid Swiss student or work permit are eligible

How to apply

Please prepare the following documents:

• CV

• Portfolio

• Short motivation statement (max. 150 words)

Duration: 6 months full time, possibility to extend up to 12 months

Monthly stipend: 1’500 CHF

Start date: 1 February 2027

Location: Geneva, office based, 20% remote

Application deadline: 30 November 2027 (23:59 CEST)