Assist with content creation and design of social media posts; conduct analysis of social media metrics.
Support the production of communication products, including research, compiling information, coordinating logistics, and assisting with public inquiries.
Assist with preparations for events, visits from high-level officials from headquarters and field offices, and speaking engagements.
Compile, analyze, and organize data for office reports.
Attend meetings and draft summaries.
Perform other tasks as necessary.
Qualifications/Special Skills
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
A field of study closely related to the type of internship applied for is required.
Applicants must be a student in the final year of a bachelor’s program, master’s or Ph.D. program, or have completed such programs.
Proof of enrollment or completion must be provided at application and officially verified later.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
The United Nations Information Center in Washington, D.C. promotes public understanding and support for UN aims and activities by disseminating information materials, engaging local and regional partners, and bringing the UN closer to the public.
Internship duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension for an additional 3 months.
UNPAID internship, full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time (21 hours/week) depending on academic obligations.
Designed to be in-person but may be flexible.
Special notice:
Keen interest in international affairs, international organizations, management, and change.
Strong planning, writing, and communication skills.
Proficient in standard software applications.
Attention to detail and passion for researching big-picture issues.
Familiarity with the United Nations is desirable.
Spring 2026 internship semester (January–March 2026). Applicants must specify start and end dates, full-time or part-time availability, and whether it is part of an official academic internship program (include school/program).
Intern Specific Text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
Travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
Non-citizens or non-permanent residents may require appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.
Successful candidates should confirm visa requirements before accepting the internship.
Deadline : Oct 26, 2025
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Applications for this position must be completed on the recruiting organization's website.
