PpThe Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low‑and‑middle‑income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international levels. 1,000 people from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on infectious and non‑communicable diseases, environment, society and health as well as health systems and interventions. We are looking for a committed, organized and creative Engagement Communications Intern to join our team for a 10‑month, full‑time internship starting in August/September 2026. /p h3Your position /h3 pAs part of our Engagement Communications team, you will gain hands‑on experience across the full range of internal and external communications activities at Swiss TPH. From content creation and visual design to event support, you will play an active role in how the institute communicates across channels and formats to diverse audiences. This is a unique opportunity to build your skills in a dynamic, international environment and contribute to strengthening the visibility and impact of a leading global health institute. /p h3Your responsibilities include /h3 ul libContent creation: /b You will contribute to content for Swiss TPH's website, social media channels, Intranet and print materials in both English and German. This includes drafting and editing a wide range of formats – from social media posts and news articles to event announcements, internal communications and more. /li libStakeholder engagement: /b You will support engagement activities with a range of external stakeholders, including partners, donors, academic institutions and visiting delegations. This includes coordinating logistics, preparing materials. /li libVisual and multimedia content: /b You will create visual materials such as infographics, short videos and social media graphics using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite. /li libEvent communications and coordination: /b You will support the organization and communication of events such as symposia. This includes assisting with logistics and creating content for our digital channels. /li libGeneral communications support: /b You will contribute to a variety of day‑to‑day communications activities as part of a collaborative, cross‑functional team. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liCurrently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's program in communications, journalism, public/global health, media or a related field. /li liA demonstrated interest in communications, public relations or event management. /li liFluent in both English and German. /li liDigitally savvy, with a good grasp of social media platforms and an interest in visual and multimedia content. /li liOrganized and able to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment. /li liBrings creativity and attention to detail to your work – whether generating ideas, designing visuals, or finding the right tone for different audiences. /li liA team player who enjoys collaboration and brings initiative and curiosity to your work. /li liExperience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing or CMS tools is an asset. /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liA hands‑on internship as part of a dynamic and collaborative communications team. /li liA great opportunity to gain insight into the full spectrum of communication activities at a leading global health institute. /li liThe opportunity to build your communication skills across a variety of formats and channels. /li liAn international, interdisciplinary work environment with colleagues from around the world. /li liA modern workplace on the BaseLink site in Allschwil, with its own canteen and close ties to our research and education community. /li liStart Date: August/September 2026. /li liDuration: 10 months contract. /li liPercentage: 100%. /li liLocation: Allschwil, Switzerland. /li liTravel required: No. /li /ul pSwiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr