About United Nations Office at Geneva

United Nations Office at Genevais part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with United Nations Office at Geneva, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:Intern – UNTV and Radio
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Geneva, Switzerland
• Department:United Nations Office at Geneva
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications: No prior work experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.
• Academic Qualifications: However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application.
• Academic Qualifications: Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this internship, fluency in French is required, and working knowledge of English is desirable..

Skills

• The internship is located within the United Nations Information Service (UNIS) at Geneva.
• The intern will report directly to the News Producer for French News.
• The intern will assist in the production of multimedia content for ONU Info, UNTV and UN Geneva public information platforms.
• Duties include, but are not limited to: 1.
• Coverage of UN Geneva Press Briefings – Attend the regular UN Geneva press briefings. – Edit news clips, compile shotlists and assist with transcripts, subtitles and storylines under tight deadlines. – Produce French-language video clips for UNIS Geneva and ONU Info platforms. 4.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply