About Department of Global Communications

Department of Global Communicationsis 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 Department of Global Communications, 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:Public Information Intern
• Grade:I-1
• Location:New York, United States (Flexible: in-person, hybrid, or remote)
• Department:Department of Global Communications
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• 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), Masters or Ph.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelors, Masters 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.
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
• Language: English and French are working languages of the UN Secretariat.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Language: Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
• Language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat..

Skills

• Conducting research on thematic issues related to the United Nations Outreach Programme on the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda
• Assisting in drafting, formatting and editing original web site content, including graphics, photographs and videos
• Assisting in drafting social media content about the United Nations Outreach Programme on the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda
• Assisting in planning and organizing events, including researching speakers, preparing invitations and promotional material, supporting the set up and logistics
• Assisting in maintaining United Nations Outreach Programme on the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda databases
• Conducting internet research on thematic issues related to UN’s principles and mandate, including the Sustainable Development Goals, Human Rights and Global Citizenship Education.
• Assisting in producing, drafting, formatting, editing, and posting original web site content including news stories, graphics, photographs and video.
• Assisting in producing social media content for social media accounts
• Assisting with planning and organization of lectures and events, including researching speakers, preparing invitations and promotional material.
• Assisting in maintaining UNAI databases.
• Providing general office support (processing, drafting and finalizing correspondence and other communications; setting up and maintaining files/records, organizing meetings etc.)

Benefits

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

How to Apply