Graphic Design - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• UN-House ESCWA

Expected Duration

• 2 months

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the design team of ESCWA with daily tasks under the supervision of the Senior Designer.
• Assist in the design and layout of information materials, including:
• • Policy briefs
  • Booklets
  • Flyers
  • Roll-up banners
  • Social media posts
  • PowerPoint presentations
• Create logos, infographics, illustrations, and drawings.
• Assist in developing scripts, moodboards, and storyboards, and produce animated short movies.
• Liaise with authors and language colleagues on project specifications and requirements.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualifications/Special Skills

• Applicants must:
• • Be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or higher), or
  • Be in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level), or
  • Have already graduated with a university degree.
• Applicants must:
  • Be computer literate in standard software applications.
  • Have a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter.
  • Be able to interact successfully with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Xpress) is required.
• Knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Premiere is desirable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is desirable.
• No previous work experience is required.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Knowledge of French is desirable.
• Note: “Fluency” means proficient in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding; “Knowledge of” means confident in at least two of the four areas.

Additional Information

• Applications must include a Cover Note with:
• • Current degree programme
  • Graduation date
  • List of IT skills and programs you are proficient in
  • Top three areas of interest
  • Explanation of why you are the best candidate for this internship
  • Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
• Include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references in your Personal History Profile.
• The UN is not responsible for medical insurance, injury, illness, death, or loss/damage of personal effects.
• Interns must show proof of valid medical insurance and provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting.
• Flexible working arrangements are possible with written agreement, equivalent to at least two months full-time work, completed within six months.

Intern Specific Text

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
• Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
• Non-citizen interns may need to obtain appropriate visas and work/employment authorizations.
• Successful candidates should discuss visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

Deadline : Oct 2, 2025