Internship: Corporate Communications

You will be based in Eindhoven whereas one day a week in Amsterdam will be an option. The P&S team exists of 30 people whereas 6 are based in the regions globally. The P&S team has different team structures of which the Support Office is one.
The Support Office exists of three people who maintain and drive the operating model, better known as the Stage Gate Process. Strategy for example is one of the big pillars of the operating model and is the stage where Strategic Communications is part of. Therefore you will be guided by the Support Office within the P&S team.
The scope will be the communications around the Process & Systems team within Procurement as well as the communication from the team towards the broader community within Procurement and other key stakeholders in other sectors.

For a communication student it is interesting to set-up a clear communication plan for a big global organization as Philips. Within a global organization things are not as straightforward as they seem, whereas a lot of interdependencies between different departments and sectors need to be taking into consideration.
This is a crucial phenomenon that needs to be carefully embedded in a strategic communication plan. The Corporate Communication Internship provides an exciting opportunity for a unique and talented individual to gain the skills and knowledge needed for a career in communications.
It can be discussed to make this assignment suitable to do your thesis
Duration: 6 months
We prefer students able to start as soon as possible, not later than January / February 2015

Students on work placement or final-year study assignment are paid a work placement or final-year study assignment allowance.
A student on a work placement or final-year study assignment is paid an allowance towards rented accommodation, depending on his/her situation. This will be determined setting up the Intern Contract.
A student on work placement or final-year study assignment who can prove that he/she is not entitled to a student card for public transport (OV-studentenkaart) is paid an allowance to cover the cost of travel between home and the place of work in accordance with the Conditions of Employment Guideline.
The student is entitled to paid leave on the basis of 1 day per month.
Opportunity to buy Philips products with tax benefit (Philips MyShop)

To be successful in this internship we are looking for you:
Currently studying towards your Bachelor HBO (BBA) / Bachelor of Science/Master of science WO (Bsc./Msc.) in:
o (International) Business Management
o Communications
Are fluent in both Dutch and English
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strict and continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to professionally and confidently interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated poise, tact, judgment, and diplomacy.
If you recognize yourself in this profile and would like to take this challenge, we invite you to apply 06-11-2014 at the latest!

Required documents in order for us to continue with your application:
Student registration form (Proof of enrollment at your current education)
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your motivation and informing your availability
Please note that in order to be considered for an internship, it should be compulsory (for students outside EU/EER) by your education and you need to be registered as a student during the entire internship period. Formal documentation of which may be requested at any time.
Please note that the contents of our regular internship assignments are not suitable for professionals (and/or MBA students) with professional work experience.

For questions regarding the procedure of this Internship please contact: (you can only apply via the internet website)
Hans Annink
Internship Coordinator
Tel: +31 (0)6 21142035
internships@philips.com