Internship in the French Language Unit

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Position Title: Internship in the French Language Unit
Location: New York
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The internship is offered by the United Nations, specifically through the Department of Global Communications. The UN was established in 1945 and has a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. It operates in multiple countries around the world, with a workforce of over 37,000 employees. The Department of Global Communications focuses on disseminating information and promoting the work of the UN through various media platforms.

Job Overview:
This internship is located in the French Language Unit of the UN News Section I, which is part of the News and Media Division within the Department of Global Communications. The primary function of this unit is to produce news and feature stories across multimedia platforms, including radio, video, photo, and web. The internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in the UN newsroom, particularly in the production of daily news and in-depth features in French. Interns will work full-time for a minimum of two months, with the possibility of extending the internship up to six months, depending on departmental needs. The position is unpaid and requires interns to work five days a week, totaling 35 hours. Interns will be supervised by the Chief of the French Unit and will engage in various tasks that contribute to the production of multimedia content.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for drafting French news articles by integrating and translating information from various sources, including reports, press releases, official statements, and resolutions. They will proofread news articles before and after publication, assist with fact-checking and background research, and help in the production of graphic, visual, and audio content. Interns will also have the opportunity to work on feature stories, conduct research and interviews, and draft feature stories. Additionally, they will review the partnerships database in collaboration with the UN Partnerships Unit, seeking new digital media and other partners, including trustworthy entities focused on fact-checking and media literacy. Other duties may be assigned as necessary, including outreach activities.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this internship, applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English, or translation studies (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). Alternatively, applicants may be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree program in the same fields (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent). Candidates should be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheet software applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. A demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter are essential. Additionally, candidates must show the ability to interact successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed or be enrolled in a relevant academic program, either at the graduate level or in the final year of a bachelor's degree program. This includes fields such as communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English, or translation studies. A second university degree or equivalent is preferred, but not mandatory for applicants who are nearing completion of their first degree.

Experience:
No prior work experience is required to apply for this internship. However, candidates should possess relevant training, education, or skills that would benefit the United Nations during their internship. Applicants must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program, or have completed such programs.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and French is required for this internship, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another UN official language is considered desirable, which could enhance the candidate's profile and opportunities within the organization.

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 country where the internship is located may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants should be cautious of any requests for personal financial information.