Marketing Intern

Organizational Context

The UN Secretariat's Department of Global Communications, Outreach Division, seeks an intern for its Sales and Marketing Section in New York. This section promotes UN knowledge and outreach through publications and databases. The intern will support marketing strategies and sales activities for United Nations Publications.

Job Purpose

This internship aims to provide practical experience in marketing within the UN Secretariat's Department of Global Communications. The intern will assist in developing and executing marketing strategies for United Nations Publications, focusing on promoting the UN brand and increasing demand for its published materials. This role involves supporting various sales and marketing initiatives, contributing to the division's objective of engaging global audiences and fostering support for UN ideals through accessible knowledge and communication.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns across diverse channels. Provide logistical support for public events at the UN Bookshop. Draft, format, edit, and publish web content, news stories, and social media posts, including visual assets. Maintain databases and compile reports. Conduct research on relevant thematic issues. Support the development and implementation of surveys. Provide general office support, including correspondence, file management, and meeting organization. Assist in promoting the UN brand and driving demand for UN Publications.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this internship. However, a field of study closely related to marketing or communications is necessary. Applicants should possess a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to its ideals.

Skills

Marketing strategy development, campaign planning and execution, content creation (web, social media), database management, report compilation, research, survey development, event logistics, general office support, computer literacy, communication, intercultural interaction.

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