Leiden&Partners is responsible for positioning, representing and marketing the Leiden region, ensuring that the region attracts future residents, business visitors, tourists, companies and talent. The Leiden Convention Bureau (LCB), as a division of Leiden&Partners, is itself responsible for marketing the Leiden region as an international convention destination and proactively attracting (inter)national congresses for the region. Within the MICE sector (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), the Leiden Convention Bureau focuses mainly on congresses and events that have a link with the region’s scientific DNA and Leiden’s identity as the City of Science.
What is expected of you?
We are looking for interns who want to help build, maintain, and improve the activities and relationships of the Leiden Convention Bureau and contribute to the image of Leiden as a City of Science. We are looking for someone who can identify what needs to be done and can provide operational support to the Conference Account Managers in their day-to-day work.
As an intern at the Leiden Convention Bureau, you are a fully-fledged member of our team. This gives you the opportunity to take initiative, meaning you will have your own tasks and responsibilities and must therefore be able to work independently.
As an intern you will have the following tasks and responsibilities:
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Updating and further developing the website.
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Writing news articles on developments in Leiden as a City of Science, among other topics.
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Creating content for our social media channel (LinkedIn).
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Creating newsletters.
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Collecting and researching information on congresses, congress ambassadors and congress opportunities in Leiden.
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Gathering information on events, articles and blogs that may interest our supporters and followers.
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Maintaining contact with our partners.
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Supporting the organisation for (network) events.
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Supporting the organisation of site inspections.
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Additionally, there is room to explore your own interests and where possible, you may also take on tasks in these areas.
You will be given training and support throughout your internship. If you are required to complete a research project for your studies, we can facilitate this (and have done so successfully in the past).
Who are we looking for?
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You are a third- or fourth-year student in an HBO or university degree programme such as Marketing and Communication, Journalism, Commercial Economics, Facility Management, or Tourism and Event Management.
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Any HBO or university degree programme is acceptable as long as you have the right skills.
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We are open to offering the internship as a work experience placement.
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You are available for approximately 20 weeks.
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You are enthusiastic about the work we do.
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You have a hands-on mentality.
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You are organised and can work independently.
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You are a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing.
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You have to be fluent in Dutch.
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You have a good command of English.
What we can offer you:
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Work in a non-profit organisation with a creative and enthusiastic team.
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Leiden&Partners typically has between four and eight interns. Having multiple interns creates a lively work environment with plenty of people to connect with!
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An opportunity to gain extensive knowledge of MICE, relationship management, hospitality, and events in a short period of time.
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The flexibility to manage your own schedule.
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Receive expert supervision while working in the small Leiden Convention Bureau team.
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You will receive thorough training initially, but we also expect you to work independently as soon as possible.
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A €400 monthly internship allowance if you complete a full-time (40-hour) internship.
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This internship provides an opportunity to improve your Dutch language skills and connect with Dutch colleagues at Leiden&Partners.
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It is an excellent opportunity to learn about and immerse yourself in Dutch culture.
Procedure
Leiden&Partners aims to reflect societal diversity in its personnel policy by forming a team with diverse backgrounds and talents.
At LCB, we continuously aim to provide two individuals with the opportunity to gain experience through an internship or work placement. These positions are open to both Dutch and international students, so do not hesitate to reach out, even if you are not from Leiden or the Netherlands!
Does this position appeal to you, and do you largely meet the selection criteria? Then send your CV and motivation letter to Yara Kranenburg at info@leidenconventionbureau.nl with 'Internship Communication & Events' as the email subject.
Would you like more information about the position? Call Yara Kranenburg, Account manager Conferences LCB at +31 6 82495735. If you would like to know more about the Leiden Convention Bureau, please visit www.leidenconventionbureau.nl/en
