Main purpose of job:

The British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica is part of a global network representing British political, economic, climate and consular interests overseas.

The intern will support the Communications team in strengthening the UK’s visibility in country with specific local audiences, including through the creation and implementation of communications initiatives for in-person events; creating content for our social media channels; and liaising with stakeholders. This is a challenging and engaging role, which will allow the successful candidate to gain valuable experience working for a diplomatic mission in Costa Rica, which also oversees Nicaragua.

Main Duties and Responsibilities (Communications):

• Draft social media posts on a range of topics for the Embassy’s digital platforms;
• Help monitor and analyse UK-related news in the local and international sphere;
• Research and develop scripts for videos and Stories;
• Create a range of creative content for social media, including video clips, explainers, memes and infographics;
• Assist in monitoring social media channels;
• Prepare promotional materials for events (invitations, flyers, etc.);
• Contribute with ideas and assist in planning events to deliver Embassy objectives;
• Provide general communications support, including updating of media contact lists.

Essential on arrival:

• Candidates should be currently pursuing or have completed a university degree in any of the following areas including, but not limited to Journalism, Public Relations, Communications and Audiovisual Production, International Relations or Political Science.
• Candidate must be an active social media user, aware of trending content on platforms like Instagram and TikTok and up to date on best practices across a range of social media platforms;
• Must have strong research, writing and communications skills;
• Must have experience with software like Canva, CapCut or similar;
• Must be able to work independently and remotely, and must possess excellent attention to detail;
• Desirable:  Candidate must possess excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communications skills.

Language requirements: 

• Fluent in English and Spanish