About United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

TheUnited Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world’s environmental agenda, promotes coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Established in 1972, UNEP works with governments, civil society, businesses and other UN entities to address critical environmental challenges including climate change, ecosystem degradation, chemicals and waste management, and environmental governance. UNEP’s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and environmental protection, climate action, and sustainable development. Working with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), 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 – Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Bonn (Remote work possible)
• Department:United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Experience with using website content management systems
• Academic Qualifications: Experience in managing social media content and platforms.
• Academic Qualifications: Have a keen interest in environmental issues, with a particular focus on wildlife and/or nature conservation from an international perspective.
• Academic Qualifications: Have a keen interest in communications and the work of the United Nations and international relations
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Language: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
• Language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: Knowledge of Portuguese is also an advantage..

Skills

• Assist in the production of a wide spectrum of communication and information management products and activities for CMS, AEWA, including supporting outreach activities of large international meetings such as the meetings of the governing bodies (e.g COP) and global campaigns.
• Generate communications content for the websites managed by the Unit by researching and drafting articles.
• Support the development of audio-visual and multimedia products (video clips, animations, graphics, podcasts) for publication on YouTube channels and promotion on social media.
• Assist in implementing the World Migratory Bird Day Campaign (www.worldmigratorybirdday.org). This will include assisting in the drafting of articles, maintaining website content, liaising with partners and event organisers, supporting event logistics, drafting social media content, generating reports and other tasks as needed.
• Support the day-to-day management of the social media channels managed by the Unit (X, Bluesky, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or Whatsapp).
• Support press/media-related work by conducting research, preparing documents, keeping track of media requests, drafting pitches to journalists and assisting in the maintenance of a targeted list of journalists, among other tasks.
• Support the maintenance of databases, filing and archiving activities.
• Perform any other tasks upon request.

Benefits

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

How to Apply