Are you looking for a job next to your study? If you have a passion for sustainability, enjoy communicating about it, work independently and are well-organised, we are looking for you!
The Amsterdam Sustainability Institute (ASI) is the network for interdisciplinary sustainability research of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ASI stimulates collaboration between scientists across disciplines, both within VU and beyond. In addition, ASI supports researchers in developing and strengthening relationships with external partners and society.
The Amsterdam Sustainability Institute consists of a small team that coordinates interdisciplinary research clusters, an annual research grants programme and organises lectures and networking events, among other projects. It also set up the VU Climate Expertise Centre, a platform for VU’s climate-related research with a strong focus on outreach and impact.
We are looking for a student assistant to support our team in the communications and events of the institute. Your tasks include but are not limited to
- Assisting with communication activities across multiple channels, especially LinkedIn
- Being the communications contact point for the ASI community
- Writing news items for the website, LinkedIn and newsletter
- Supporting the organisation of the SDG Academy lecture series and other events which includes reaching out to researchers and invited speakers
- Organising and updating information and databases
Requirements
- For the duration of your appointment, you are a master student at VU Amsterdam
- You have good oral and written command of the English language (Dutch is not necessary)
- You are interested in or have experience with writing news items, creating content for social media, graphic design and other media skills
- You are coming to VU on a regular basis
What are we offering?
A challenging position in the sustainability field in an academic environment where you can grow your professional network. You will be hired for 8 hours per week (0.2 FTE) which you can schedule according to your availability, with a weekly meeting with the ASI team. During our events you are expected to be present and support the ASI team. The salary for a master’s student for 0.2 FTE is approx. EUR 550 gross. The starting date is 1 September 2026, and you will be hired until the end of January 2027 with a possible extension until the end of June 2027.
Application process
Are you interested in this position? Then send your letter of motivation and CV to Neele van den Bongardt (neele.vanden.bongardt@vu.nl). The vacancy closes on 31 May 2026. Interviews will take place on 8 and 11 June in-person at VU. You can get in touch with Neele if you have any questions.
We are looking forward to receiving our application!