Marketing & Communications Intern – September 2026

Purpose of the job In our pursuit of creating a delightful customer journey through industry-leading solutions, SkyTeam is pleased to present a unique internship opportunity within our Strategy & Marketing team that promises to be as enlightening as it is challenging.    This is a one-of-a-kind internship experience designed specifically for (applied) university students eager to delve into the world of aviation marketing and communications.   The internship offer

As a Marketing & Communications Intern at SkyTeam, you'll be more than just an observer - you'll be an active contributor to the team. This internship offers hands-on experience across a variety of projects, from crafting content and supporting communications efforts to assisting with event planning and project coordination. You'll gain exposure to the day-to-day workings of a dynamic marketing team, develop practical skills, and play a meaningful role in bringing marketing initiatives to life. It’s a unique opportunity to experience the global aviation industry from the inside out.   The assignments   Example assignments might include, but are not limited to:

• Content Creation: Drafting content (i.e. articles, newsletters, social media posts, presentations) for digital, print and live communication channels, contributing to the team’s external and internal communications

• Research and Analysis: Conducting research across social media platforms, media coverage, and broader industry developments to support marketing initiatives and provide actionable insights

• Event Planning: Assisting with the planning and execution of internal and external events, gaining hands-on experience with event logistics and promotion

• Marketing Operations: Supporting project and process management for the marketing department by tracking requests and helping guide initiatives from briefing to execution

Your profile

• English Proficiency: A high level of English proficiency, both spoken and written, is required

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal abilities

• Curiosity: You will be going on your own scavenger hunt for relevant and meaningful information; a desire to dig into topics and understand things is essential

• Initiative: The ability to be a self-starter and often work independently, figuring out what tasks to do to reach a goal and delivering assigned tasks systematically without additional prompting

• Detail Orientation: You care about the details and combine that with strong execution skills, delivering results and taking tasks/assignments to their full conclusion

• Team Spirit: We work as a team, and would love you to fit in. This means we help each other and care personally about the others in the team.

• Cross-Cultural Awareness: We thrive in an international environment and appreciate those who understand that different cultures require different approaches

• Educational Background: An educational background in marketing, communications, public relations, media studies or a related field is preferred

• Industry Interest: Passion for aviation or the travel industry is a plus

Must have:

• You must maintain active enrollment in a university program throughout the duration of your internship

• Currently residing in the Netherlands for the duration of your internship  

• Minimum availability of 32 hours per week, with full-time availability (40 hours per week) preferred – per September 2026

Why us? SkyTeam will offer you a package that includes unique benefits:

• Work in an international, diverse team with various stakeholders

• Exposure to the aviation industry and airline/alliance business

• This internship has been designed to provide university students with challenging work assignments in our Team. The candidate will fully participate as a team member.

• Internship fee of EUR 424 gross per month

• 9 vacation days to be used over the course of a 6-month internship

• Travel expenses will be reimbursed (if no accessibility to OV-Studentenreisproduct)

• SkyTeam uses a hybrid working model. You may be expected in the office around 2-3 days per week