Full-time or part-time modalities may be considered.
Expected Duration
3–6 months.
Desired start date: January 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities
The position is located in the United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (UNODET).
UNODET was established on 1 January 2025 with the following mandate:
Advise UN senior leadership on key technology trends and strategic approaches.
Serve as advocate and focal point for digital cooperation with Member States, industry, civil society, and other stakeholders.
Facilitate multi-stakeholder policy dialogue on digital and emerging technologies.
Strengthen system-wide coordination on digital and emerging technologies.
Support follow-up and implementation of the Global Digital Compact (A/RES/79/1, Annex 1).
Through the Under-Secretary-General and Special Envoy, UNODET leads the implementation of the Secretary-General’s vision on digital cooperation.
Support engagement with UN entities and partners to accelerate global digital cooperation while mitigating risks linked to emerging technologies.
Contribute to UN follow-up actions under the Roadmap for Digital Cooperation and the report Our Common Agenda.
Support UNODET’s mission to ensure digital innovation supports humanity, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Support ODET’s communications efforts to increase visibility and stakeholder engagement.
Applicants must submit a portfolio or examples of previous work; applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
The position offers three focus tracks based on background and skills:
Track 1: Design & Social Media
Design digital assets including graphics, banners, and short video clips using Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Canva.
Draft concise and accessible digital content for social media and publications, aligned with brand guidelines.
Support coverage and documentation of key initiatives and events.
Track 2: Web & UX
Assist with updating website content and online materials using basic HTML and CSS knowledge.
Conduct quality checks on web content, visuals, layout, and links, ensuring accessibility and design consistency.
Track 3: Editorial
Draft and edit news pieces, articles, and social media content.
Edit and refine text to align with ODET’s values and messaging.
Contribute to storytelling and communications materials supporting ODET’s mission.
Applicants must indicate their preferred track in their Motivation Statement.
Qualifications / Special Skills
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level).
Have graduated with a relevant university degree as outlined above.
Preference for applicants pursuing or holding degrees related to digital technologies, communications, international relations, or related fields.
For education systems without undergraduate/graduate distinction, at least four years of full-time university study toward a relevant degree is required.
Languages
English and French are the UN Secretariat working languages.
Fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.
Additional Information
For internships in the USA, non-US citizens or permanent residents must obtain a G4 visa.
Selected candidates are responsible for securing a valid visa and approved work authorization (CPT, OPT, or AT).
Intern-Specific Information
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
Travel, visa, accommodation, and living costs are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
Interns may be required to obtain a valid visa and work/employment authorization before starting.
Selected candidates must clarify visa requirements prior to accepting the internship offer.
Deadline : Dec 9, 2025
Start Your Application
Applications for this position must be completed on the recruiting organization's website.
