Intern – Strategic Partnerships, Events and Communications

Business Sweden • Washington, WA

5d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Be part of our journey and make an impact by bringing sustainable and innovative solutions to the US! The Green Transition Initiative The objective of the Green Transition Initiative (GTI) is to position Sweden as a key partner to U.S. cities and states in their urban transformation, connect Swedish and U.S. stakeholders, and leverage opportunities in sectors such as mobility, energy, and buildings. The initiative aims to strengthen innovation collaboration, trade, and investments between Sweden and the United States. GTI is a joint initiative between the Embassy of Sweden in Washington D.C., Business Sweden, the Swedish Energy Agency, and Sweden’s innovation agency Vinnova. Your Impact The internship is a unique opportunity to promote collaboration between Sweden and the US and contribute to accelerating the green transition by communicating our purpose, spreading awareness, growing our brand, and coordinating events. The intern will work alongside a senior project manager to collaborate on promotion initiatives between Sweden and key Swedish organizations/partners in the US, including creating communications material, social media content, engage companies and stakeholders, and support with event planning and management. Your Projects & Learning Opportunities The intern will work closely with and receive mentorship from their assigned Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop hands-on experience in digital communications by supporting online initiatives that increase awareness and audience reach
• Build content creation and editorial skills through drafting, designing, and publishing GTI’s monthly newsletter in collaboration with the team
• Strengthen social media and brand storytelling capabilities by creating and scheduling engaging content, primarily for LinkedIn
• Gain exposure to website management and content optimization by contributing to updates and continuous improvements of the GTI website
• Learn program and event coordination fundamentals by assisting with market research, logistics planning, and coordination of venues, catering, and materials
• Enhance research, synthesis, and presentation skills by supporting thematic development and preparing presentations and briefing materials
• Develop stakeholder engagement and cross-cultural collaboration skills by supporting dialogue and coordination with Swedish organizations and U.S. partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed