Communications Trainee

As a communications trainee at The Terrace you will support developing communications strategies and campaigns for our clients as well as working on the marketing & communication of The Terrace.  

The Trainee period at The Terrace is for 6 months, 32 hours per week (negotiable). 

About us

The Terrace wants to inspire companies and consumers to make better, more sustainable choices. We are a strategy agency that helps organisations live up to their sustainability potential. We support our clients (non- and for-profit) with services ranging from sustainability strategy to implementation and from stakeholder engagement to reporting & communications for positive change.

Your tasks

As a trainee, you will support our communications team with:  

… the development of communication strategies for clients.  
… the execution of communications means for clients.  
… our own marketing & communications by developing content for our social media, newsletter and website. 

Your qualifications

• You just finished your studies (Master's degree) or are in the last phase of your studies in the field of (digital) marketing/communications/ journalism/advertising.

• You are fluent in Dutch (native writing and speaking level) and English.

• Proven interest in and passion for sustainability/ESG.

• You love to write and can spot a spelling mistake from afar. ;)

• You have knowledge and a passion for on social media and digital marketing.

• Knowledge of tools like WordPress, Mailchimp, Hubspot, Canva, InDesign and Photoshop come in handy.

• You have a proactive mentality and are not afraid to speak your mind and share your ideas to most effectively support our clients.

• You like to work on different projects simultaneously and can easily switch between them.

Our team fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and offers you the flexibility to pursue your own ideas beyond your project work, wherever you spot potential.

What we have to offer

• Work experience in a dynamic work field where you can create a positive impact.

• Communications consulting experience: you will work on sustainability communications assignments during the trainee period.

• A learning journey: You will be able to pro-actively work on your professional and personal development with internal evaluations and a mentor at The Terrace.

• A dynamic and ambitious team to work with.

• A great office, located in the heart of Amsterdam.

• If you’re not convinced yet: A good compensation for a work placement role.

Good to know

In line with our goal to be a diverse and inclusive organisation, we make optimal use of the diversity of talents and capacities in the labour market. All (future) employees and trainees are enabled to contribute to the company's results within their means, regardless of their age, stage of life, position, gender, or cultural background.