Communication 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 human rights, development, and humanitarian issues. The UN operates in various countries around the world, with a significant focus on youth development through initiatives like the UN Youth Office, which was established to enhance youth participation in global decision-making processes.

Job Overview:
The Communication Intern position at the UN Youth Office is designed for individuals who are passionate about youth affairs and communication strategies. The intern will play a crucial role in supporting the office's mission to promote youth rights and participation in various frameworks related to development, peace, and security. The intern will assist in creating visual communication products, managing social media campaigns, and analyzing engagement data to optimize content. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic international environment, contributing to meaningful projects that impact youth globally.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: assisting in the development of visual communications products such as blogs, press releases, banners, infographics, newsletters, and PowerPoint presentations, ensuring adherence to the Office’s visual identity and brand guidelines. The intern will also assist in designing, planning, and executing social media campaigns, which includes monitoring and responding to audience engagement. Additionally, the intern will create editorial calendars for social media content, track engagement metrics, and analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. The role also involves producing multimedia content, such as videos and photos from UN Youth Office events, and supporting the organization of meetings, events, and other communication activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent) or be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). While professional work experience is not required, applicants should have a field of study related to the internship. Proficiency in social media platforms, scheduling tools, and standard software applications, particularly Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, is essential. Familiarity with graphic design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud, as well as video editing software such as Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or CapCut, is highly desirable. Experience in youth engagement or related processes will be considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be students in their final year of a bachelor's degree program or to have completed a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. program. This educational background should ideally be in fields related to communication, media studies, international relations, or other relevant disciplines that align with the responsibilities of the internship.

Experience:
While no professional work experience is required for this internship, candidates should demonstrate relevant academic knowledge and skills that pertain to the duties outlined. Experience in youth engagement or related activities will be beneficial and may enhance a candidate's application.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official United Nations language, such as French, is desirable and may provide an advantage in the selection process.

Additional Notes:
This internship is unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States may need to secure the appropriate visa and work authorization prior to starting the internship. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements with the UN before accepting the internship offer. Additionally, the UN does not charge any fees during the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.