Eidg. Forschungsanstalt WSL
Birmensdorf
4 days ago
Internship Science Communication (m/f/d)
- 10 March 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Birmensdorf
Job summary
The WSL is a research institute focused on environmental protection. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful communication projects.
Tasks
- Write engaging content for online and print media.
- Support the management of WSL's social media channels.
- Assist in creating multimedia content and website updates.
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's in science or communication required.
- Excellent German skills are essential.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office and team-oriented mindset.
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About the job
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, with around 600 employees, is part of the ETH domain. It deals with the sustainable use and protection of the environment as well as responsible management of natural hazards.
Internship Science Communication (m/f/d)
The Communications Unit is responsible for public relations as well as internal communication for the entire WSL, advises researchers on communication issues, and supports them in knowledge transfer. For the group at the headquarters in Birmensdorf, we offer a 6-month internship
You write texts for online and print, especially news texts for the website www.wsl.ch, but also for our internal house newspaper and for the WSL magazine Diagonal. In addition, you help manage the WSL social media channels, support the group in creating multimedia content, and take on routine tasks in the area of the WSL web presence.
You have recently completed your bachelor's or master's degree in a natural science discipline or in the field of communication/journalism and now want to start a career in science communication. Ideally, you already have some writing experience and are familiar with MS Office. You have a quick grasp, are service-oriented, and feel comfortable in a team. Excellent German skills are a prerequisite, good English skills are desired, and good French skills are a plus.
Please send your complete application to Lisa Bose, Communication WSL, by submitting the required documents via our application portal. For questions, she is happy to assist you at Tel. +41 (0)44 739 22 44. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered. At WSL, diversity and inclusion are lived values. We are committed to gender equality and to promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
