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:Communications Intern
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Paris, France
• Department:United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Microsoft Teams, Share Point). — Basic understanding of social media analytics and digital performance tracking tools
• Academic Qualifications: Work Experience Not required for Internships
• Academic Qualifications: Candidate should demonstrate keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter
• Academic Qualifications: Languages English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat
• Academic Qualifications: Fluency in English is required for the Internship Programme
• Academic Qualifications: Knowledge of one of the following UN language is an advantage (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish)
• Academic Qualifications: Assessment Method Applicant must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above)
• Perform other communications related tasks as required by the supervising staff member in support of the Cool Coalition work programme. All duties will be carried out in accordance with UNEP rules and procedures and under the guidance of the supervisor

Skills

• Support the day-to-day management of Cool Coalition social media accounts across all channels
• Draft, schedule and publish social media posts, including live coverage around key moments, in line with the Cool Coalition communications strategy and branding
• Monitor engagement, track basic analytics and propose adjustments to improve reach and impact. 2. Website management
• Support regular updates of the current Cool Coalition website, including news items, resources, partner updates and event pages
• Help review web pages for accuracy, clarity, basic SEO and alignment with UNEP and Cool Coalition branding guidelines
• Coordinate with technical service providers and internal teams as needed to flag issues and support testing of new features. 3. Newsletters
• Assist in drafting, editing and formatting Cool Coalition newsletters and targeted email updates, including selection of content, visuals and links
• Help track basic performance indicators for newsletters, such as open and click rates, and suggest improvements. 4. Design and visual communication
• Support the design and layout of communication materials, such as social media cards, event flyers, one pagers and simple infographics using UN approved tools and templates
• Assist in designing and updating Power Point slide decks for events, partner briefings and internal presentations, ensuring visual consistency and clarity of key messages. 5. Knowledge management support
• Assist with preparation and dissemination of communication emails
• Monitor the Cool Coalition communications inbox, flag priority messages, and support timely follow-up

Benefits

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

How to Apply