Digital Communications Intern

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Position Title: Digital intern" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Communications Intern
Location: New York City
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations 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. The UN operates in various fields including human rights, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development, employing over 44,000 staff members worldwide. The organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their background, have equal opportunities to contribute to its mission.

Job Overview:
The Digital Communications Intern will work within the Chinese Language Unit of the Social Media Section, Campaigns and Country Operations Division of the Department of Global Communications. This role is crucial for supporting the UN's social media activities, which are integral to its communication strategy. The intern will engage in creating and managing content across various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, WeChat, Weibo, Tumblr, Flickr, and YouTube. The position requires a commitment to a full-time schedule for a minimum of three months, with the possibility of starting remotely until the intern secures a G4 Visa. The intern will be expected to research, compile, draft, and edit content for Chinese social media, monitor engagement metrics, and develop creative content that resonates with younger audiences in the Chinese-speaking world. This role not only involves content creation but also requires analytical skills to assess the performance of social media initiatives, ensuring that the UN's core priorities are effectively communicated.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: researching and compiling information for social media content; drafting and editing text, images, videos, and infographics; monitoring and analyzing social media statistics; creating engaging content for platforms like Weibo and Kuaishou; editing video content for social media; attending meetings and managing agendas; drafting meeting notes; and assisting with special projects as assigned. The intern will also be expected to develop content that promotes UN mandates and engages with the audience effectively, ensuring that the messaging aligns with the UN's goals.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this internship, applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program or be in the final year of a bachelor's degree program. A strong interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to its ideals are essential. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively in a team, and creativity in problem-solving. Proficiency in computer applications, particularly MS Office and graphic design software, is required, along with strong analytical and writing skills in Chinese.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be pursuing or have completed a degree in a field related to communications, international relations, or a similar discipline. This educational background is crucial as it aligns with the responsibilities of the internship, which involves creating and managing digital content for a global audience.

Experience:
While professional work experience is not mandatory for this internship, candidates should have relevant academic experience or coursework that relates to digital communications or social media management. This could include projects, volunteer work, or internships that demonstrate the candidate's ability to engage with diverse audiences and produce high-quality content.

Languages:
Fluency in Chinese is required for this position, as the intern will be creating content specifically for Chinese-speaking audiences. Proficiency in English or French, the working languages of the UN, is also necessary. Knowledge of additional UN official languages such as Arabic, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, Kiswahili, or Hindi is considered an advantage, enhancing the candidate's profile for this role.

Additional Notes:
This internship is unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns must provide their own hardware and internet connection if working remotely. The internship duration is expected to be between three to six months, and candidates must be prepared to obtain a G4 visa if they are not US citizens or permanent residents. The UN emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.