Marketing Intern
Reports to: Marketing Director
Location: Amsterdam, with potential learning opportunities during TEFAF Maastricht and TEFAF New York
Duration: October 2026 – 31 May 2027
Purpose of the Internship
The Marketing Internship offers a recent graduate the opportunity to gain practical experience within the Marketing Team of an international arts and cultural organisation.
Throughout the internship, the intern will gain exposure to different areas of marketing and communications, including digital marketing, editorial content, programming, campaigns, design, exhibitor communications and the delivery of TEFAF’s fairs.
The internship is primarily focused on learning and professional development. At the start of the internship, individual learning objectives will be agreed upon and documented in an internship plan. The intern will receive regular guidance and supervision from a designated member of the Marketing Team, with periodic evaluations to discuss progress and development.
Through supervised participation in ongoing projects and activities, the intern will develop practical marketing skills and gain an understanding of how an international cultural organisation develops and delivers its marketing activities.
Learning Activities and Responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the Marketing Team, the intern will have the opportunity to:
Gain practical experience in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns.
Learn how social media, email marketing and digital communication channels are used within an international arts organisation.
Gain experience with TEFAF Online, including artwork uploads and related coordination in preparation for TEFAF Maastricht and TEFAF New York.
Learn about exhibitor marketing and support the coordination of exhibitor marketing requests, assets and materials.
Gain experience in the development and production of digital and printed marketing materials.
Learn about TEFAF’s editorial and programming activities and contribute to relevant projects under supervision.
Gain practical experience in preparing newsletters and other email communications.
Learn how marketing data is collected, structured and used for campaign evaluation and reporting.
Gain insight into the planning and coordination involved in delivering major international art fairs.
Participate in selected marketing activities during TEFAF fairs and other events as part of the internship learning experience.
Support other relevant Marketing Team activities where these contribute to the agreed learning objectives.
The precise activities may develop during the internship depending on the intern’s learning objectives, interests and educational requirements.
Learning and Supervision
The intern will work with an agreed internship and learning plan setting out individual learning objectives for the internship period.
A designated internship supervisor within the Marketing Team will provide regular guidance and feedback. Progress against the agreed learning objectives will be discussed at periodic evaluation meetings.
Competencies
Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Clear and confident communication.
Strong writing and proofreading skills.
Interest in developing experience across different marketing disciplines.
Comfortable learning in a dynamic environment with multiple projects and deadlines.
Team-oriented, collaborative and service-minded.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
A genuine interest in art, culture, communications and branding.
Education & Experience
Recently graduated in a bachelor’s or master’s degree programme in Marketing, Communications, Arts Management, Cultural Studies or a related field.
Looking for an internship that supports their professional development.
Strong written and spoken English.
Previous extracurricular, internship or relevant experience is beneficial but not required.
An interest in social media and digital platforms.
Familiarity with tools such as Figma, CMS platforms and CRM/email marketing tools is a plus.
Additional languages are an advantage.
Practical Information
Internship period: October 2026 – 31 May 2027.
An average of 32 hours per week.
A minimum of three days per week at TEFAF’s Amsterdam office.
The intern should be based in or around Amsterdam for the duration of the internship.
Opportunities to gain on-site experience during TEFAF Maastricht and potentially TEFAF New York may form part of the internship.
Starting date to be agreed upon.
An internship allowance will be provided.
An internship agreement and learning plan will be agreed upon before the start of the internship.
To Apply
If this vacancy appeals to you, please send a motivation email and CV to [email protected] with “Marketing Intern” in the subject line. If you have any questions about this role please contact the Marketing Team at [email protected].
Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and backgrounds best fit the needs of this vacancy.
Partnerships, Corporate Events & Guided Tours Intern
Reports to: Partnerships & Corporate Events Team
Location: Amsterdam, with potential learning opportunities during TEFAF Maastricht
Duration: October 2026 – 31 May 2027
Purpose of the Internship
The Partnerships, Guided Tours & Corporate Events Internship offers the opportunity to gain practical experience within TEFAF’s Partnerships & Corporate Events team in an international arts and cultural organisation.
Throughout the internship, the intern will gain exposure to the coordination of guided tours, corporate events, client and partner activities, and the planning and organisation that supports TEFAF’s fairs and events.
The internship is primarily focused on learning and professional development. At the start of the internship, individual learning objectives will be agreed upon and documented in an internship plan. The intern will receive regular guidance and supervision from a designated member of the Partnerships & Corporate Events team, with periodic evaluations to discuss progress and development.
Through supervised participation in ongoing projects and activities, the intern will develop practical skills in event coordination, professional communication, client and partner relations, planning and project management, while gaining an understanding of how partnerships and events are managed within an international cultural organisation.
Learning Activities and Responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the Partnerships & Corporate Events team, the intern will have the opportunity to:
- Gain practical experience in the coordination of TEFAF’s guided tours, including reservations, scheduling and calendar management.
- Learn how to communicate professionally with visitors and corporate clients regarding guided tour and event bookings.
- Gain experience in maintaining accurate tour and event information and supporting related administration.
- Learn how private and corporate events are developed, from initial client requests and planning through to preparation and delivery.
- Support event planning, follow-up actions and documentation and, where appropriate, participate in selected events as part of the internship learning experience.
- Gain experience in professional client and partner communication and learn more about relationship management within an international cultural organisation.
- Attend relevant meetings and calls, prepare notes and follow-up actions, and learn how accurate records support effective client and partner management.
- Develop organisational and project coordination skills by working with planning documents, schedules and project trackers.
- Gain practical experience in preparing PowerPoint presentations, Excel files and other supporting materials.
- Gain insight into the different stakeholders and activities involved in preparing and delivering TEFAF’s fairs and events.
- Support other relevant Partnerships & Corporate Events activities where these contribute to the agreed learning objectives.
The precise activities may develop during the internship depending on the intern’s learning objectives, interests and educational requirements.
Learning and Supervision
The intern will work with an agreed internship and learning plan setting out individual learning objectives for the internship period.
A designated internship supervisor within the Partnerships & Corporate Events team will provide regular guidance and feedback. Progress against the agreed learning objectives will be discussed at periodic evaluation meetings, including a mid-term and final evaluation.
Competencies
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear, confident and service-minded communication.
- Comfortable communicating with different people, including visitors, clients, partners and colleagues.
- Curious, proactive and eager to learn.
- Comfortable learning in a dynamic environment with multiple tasks and priorities.
- Team-oriented, collaborative and professional.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
A genuine interest in events, hospitality, partnerships and/or the arts and cultural sector
Education & Experience
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s degree programme, preferably in Management, Business Administration, Event Management, Communication, Hospitality or a related field.
- Looking for an internship that supports professional development and provides practical learning experience.
- Strong written and spoken English.
- Previous professional or internship experience is beneficial but not required; motivation and willingness to learn are more important.
- Good digital skills and confidence working with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
Additional languages are an advantage.
Practical Information
- Internship period: October 2026 – 31 May 2027.
- An average of 32 hours per week.
- A minimum of three days per week at TEFAF’s Amsterdam office.
- The intern should be based in or around Amsterdam for the duration of the internship.
- Opportunities to gain on-site experience during TEFAF Maastricht may form part of the internship.
- Starting date to be agreed upon.
- An internship allowance will be provided.
An internship agreement will be agreed upon before the start of the internship.
To Apply
If this vacancy appeals to you, please send a motivation email and CV to [email protected] with “Partnerships, Corporate Events & Guided Tours Intern ” in the subject line. If you have any questions about this role please contact the Marketing Team at [email protected].
Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and backgrounds best fit the needs of this vacancy.