M&O intern (internal activities & secretarial office).

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Hey you there! Looking for an internship where you not only learn, but actually make an impact? Are you that energetic, creative and driven student who likes to roll up your own sleeves? Do you want to unleash your organizational talents at our secretariat and at our events and activities? Then we have the internship for you!

At Gemeente Heerlen, it's all about vitality and a healthy lifestyle. We organize cool events, inspiring workshops and relaxing yoga sessions to keep our colleagues vital and happy. Our vitality calendar 'Kom in Beweging' is full of activities that make office life a lot more fun. Also, the secretariat of our operations domain would like to collaborate with you in daily and occasional activities.

Who are you?

  • You are taking a course at MBO 4 level (e.g. all-round assistant business services, facilities manager or event producer)
  • You are an enthusiastic team player who is not afraid to roll up your sleeves. 
  • You enjoy being involved with many different things at once and working independently.
  • Organizing is in your blood, you are creative and bursting with ideas. 
  • You can change gears quickly when circumstances change and you keep an overview even when things get complicated. 
  • You are precise when it comes to scheduling and keeping appointments.
  • You enjoy dealing with many different people (both online and offline) and are not afraid to move through all layers of the organization.

What will you do?

Support internal activities:

  • Participate in the organization of activities such as St. Nicholas, winter party, end of year package, New Year's reception, the induction program for new employees and various activities as part of "Get moving.
  • Arrange logistical and administrative matters so that everything runs smoothly;
  • Liaise with vendors, speakers and attendees; you make sure everyone is happy;
  • Promote our events through internal channels (yes, you can unleash your creativity!);
  • Brainstorm and come up with new, innovative ideas for our vitality calendar.

Assist with our secretarial work:

  • Agenda management for team managers;
  • Preparing and handling meetings;
  • Place orders (lunches, flowers, etc.);
  • Thinking along about the further development of our secretariat.

Of course, colleagues are always there to get you started and answer your questions.

What do we offer you?

  • A challenging and educational internship (preferably from September to January) where you can really make a difference;
  • A friendly and inspiring work environment;
  • An internship stipend;
  • The opportunity to be part of an experienced and dynamic team;
  • Lots of room for your own input and personal development.

Does this sound good?

Are you the intern(s) who will join our team? Then send your motivation and CV before July 1, 2024 to secretariaatorganisatie@heerlen.nl attn Pascal Pletzers and tell us why you are the perfect match. For more info, please contact Chanine Peters, secretary domain operations, at 06-58076800 or email c.peters@heerlen.nl or Anique Huijnen, organization consultant, at 06- 43421928 or email a.huijnen@heerlen.nl. We can't wait to hear from you! 

Gemeente Heerlen is an inclusive employer. Everyone is welcome to apply and we select based on your unique talents and skills.