MLA+ is looking for a Research & Communications Intern to join our Rotterdam office. This internship offers the opportunity to develop further research skills while supporting our team in both knowledge development and communications, working on a variety of international urban, landscape, and architectural projects.
As part of the role, you will contribute to research on cities, climate, and major spatial transitions, while also helping to communicate MLA+ projects and ideas through writing and content creation.
Who are we looking for:
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master’s or advanced Bachelor’s program in Urbanism, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Spatial Planning, Communication, or related fields.
Excellent writing and communication skills in English (additional languages such as Dutch, German, Arabic or Mandarin are a plus).
Confidence in visual communication: basic proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite Knowledge of GIS, mapping, or data visualization is a plus.
Familiarity with social media, publications, and knowledge-sharing formats (e.g., articles, newsletters, presentations, exhibitions).
A willingness to learn, experiment, and grow in both research and communications tasks.
EU citizenship or a valid permit to work/study in the Netherlands.
Availability for a minimum of 4–6 months (full-time preferred, part-time negotiable).
What we can offer
A respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
Exposure to international projects across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
Opportunities to contribute to both research outputs and communications activities (e.g., publications, articles, presentations, exhibitions, social media).
A chance to work with a multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, landscape designers, and strategists.
Guidance and mentorship, with room for professional growth and learning.
An internship allowance, aligned with Dutch governmental guidelines, as well as your availability and background.
About MLA+
MLA+ is an internationally operating design and consultancy practice with projects across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Our work spans architecture, urban design, strategic planning, and landscape design, grounded in a multidisciplinary and cross-cultural approach.
Our Rotterdam office brings together professionals from around the world. We pride ourselves on a studio culture that is both ambitious and informal, where creativity and dialogue drive our work.
If you think you are the right candidate, click on ‘Apply now’ and we will contact you shortly.
Date posted
August 25, 2025
Beginning of employment
ASAP
Working Hours
32 - 40
Job Location
Vijverhofstraat 47, Rotterdam, 3032 SB, the Netherlands
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