Public Information Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and human rights. The UN operates in various countries around the world, with its headquarters located in New York City. The organization employs thousands of individuals across diverse fields, working collaboratively to achieve its goals and uphold law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">international law.

Job Overview:
The Public intern" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Information Intern position is situated within the Russian language team of the Social Media Section, part of the Communications Campaigns Service in the Campaigns and Country Operations Division of the Department of Global Communications. This internship is designed to provide practical experience in social media management and public information dissemination. The intern will engage in various tasks that support the UN's social media initiatives, which are crucial for effective communication and outreach. The role involves researching, drafting, and editing content for social media platforms, monitoring engagement metrics, and assisting in the creation of original content. The intern will also participate in meetings, manage agendas, and contribute to special projects, all while adhering to tight deadlines. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about communications and social media, particularly within an international context.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a range of duties, including but not limited to: researching and compiling information for social media content, drafting and editing posts, monitoring social media statistics, gathering content from events, assisting in the creation of original posts for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, attending meetings as an observer, managing meeting agendas, drafting notes, and supporting special projects as assigned. The intern will also be expected to demonstrate familiarity with digital photography and graphic design tools such as Canva, Trello, PowerPoint, and Adobe Photoshop, which are desirable skills for this role.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this internship, applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent) or be in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor's level). While professional work experience is not required, a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary. Applicants must provide proof of their academic status and relevant skills in their application. Familiarity with graphic design software and digital photography is also desirable, as these skills will enhance the intern's contributions to the team.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be pursuing or have completed a degree at the bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. level. The educational background should ideally be in a field related to communications, media studies, international relations, or a similar discipline that aligns with the responsibilities of the internship. Proof of enrollment or completion of the relevant degree program must be included in the application.

Experience:
While no prior professional work experience is required for this internship, applicants should demonstrate relevant academic experience or projects that showcase their skills in social media, communications, or public relations. Experience with digital tools and platforms, as well as any involvement in related extracurricular activities, will be beneficial for candidates.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Russian is mandatory for this internship, as these are the primary working languages of the UN for this position. Knowledge of additional UN official languages such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, or Portuguese, as well as Kiswahili or Hindi, is considered an asset and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This internship is hybrid, with an expected duration of six months. Interns are not financially compensated by the United Nations, and all costs related to travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns must provide their own hardware, software, and internet connection to perform their duties. The application process requires a completed online application, including a Cover Note and Personal History Profile, and incomplete applications will not be considered. The UN does not charge any fees during the recruitment process, and applicants should be aware of their visa requirements if they are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is located.