Intern in Communications and Visual Design

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations is a global organization founded in 1945, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. It operates in over 190 countries and employs thousands of individuals dedicated to various humanitarian and development efforts. The UN aims to address global challenges and foster international collaboration to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs).

Job Overview:
The Intern in Communications and Visual Design will play a crucial role in translating complex geodesy, GNSS, satellite-based positioning, and Earth observation concepts into engaging and accessible visual narratives. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about visual communication and have a strong understanding of how to convey technical information to diverse audiences, including policymakers and the general public. The intern will work closely with the Head of Office or a designated communications officer to enhance the clarity and impact of UN-GGCE communication materials, ensuring they align with United Nations branding and accessibility standards. The role also involves supporting outreach activities and creating various digital and print materials that promote the organization's mission and initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Head of Office or a designated communications officer, the Intern will be responsible for the following duties: • Translate complex geodesy, GNSS, satellite-based positioning, and Earth observation concepts into accessible visual narratives for technical, policy, and non-technical audiences. • Develop data visualizations, diagrams, workflows, and SmartArt-style graphics to explain geodetic systems, data flows, and their relevance to sustainable development and the SDGs. • Enhance and update existing UN-GGCE communication materials to improve clarity, consistency, and visual impact, in line with United Nations branding and accessibility standards. • Support outreach activities, including visual content for events, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives. • Design and develop digital and print communication materials, including infographics, brochures, factsheets, newsletters, presentations, and selected web and social media graphics. • Collaborate closely with technical colleagues to ensure that all visual outputs are scientifically accurate and technically sound. • Perform other related communication and outreach tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a background in graphic design, visual communication, multimedia design, information design, communications, or a related field. They should be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Applicants with a background in geospatial sciences, geography, environmental sciences, or Earth observation, combined with demonstrated design and visualization skills, are strongly encouraged to apply. A working knowledge of Adobe Creative applications, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, is required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes enrollment in or completion of a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or enrollment in or completion of the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Candidates with relevant studies in graphic design, visual communication, multimedia design, information design, communications, or related fields are preferred. Additionally, applicants with a background in geospatial sciences, geography, environmental sciences, or Earth observation are encouraged to apply, especially if they possess strong design and visualization skills.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have relevant experience in graphic design and visual communication. While specific years of experience are not mandated, candidates should demonstrate their ability to create effective visual narratives and materials that communicate complex information clearly and engagingly. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications is essential, as is familiarity with geospatial concepts and sustainable development goals.

Languages:
The job posting does not specify mandatory or preferred languages for the position. However, proficiency in English is typically expected in international organizations like the United Nations, and knowledge of additional languages may be advantageous in a diverse work environment.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training) and does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.