INTERN - PUBLIC INFORMATION

Organizational Context

The United Nations Secretariat's Department of Global Communications, specifically the Outreach Division's Sustainable Development and Climate Section, seeks an intern. This section promotes the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Climate Action Agenda, contributing to global economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental protection. The role is based in New York and is an unpaid, full-time, in-person internship.

Job Purpose

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the United Nations' mission by supporting the Sustainable Development and Climate Section within the Department of Global Communications. The intern will play a key role in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Climate Action Agenda. This involves researching and analyzing information on critical global issues, assisting in the creation of diverse communication products for various audiences, and supporting outreach campaigns and events. The role provides practical experience in public information and communications within an international organization, contributing to the UN's efforts to foster economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental protection worldwide. The internship is designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to the UN's communication strategies and global initiatives.

Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for tracking, researching, and analyzing information related to climate change and sustainable development, gathering data from multiple sources, and assessing its news value. Key duties include drafting and compiling information products for different target audiences across various media (print, broadcast, social media). The intern will also conduct photo and graphic research, assist in implementing DGC's communication campaigns, and identify potential information opportunities. Supporting the organization of events focused on SDGs or Climate Action, maintaining media and subscription mailing lists, and performing media monitoring are also core responsibilities. Additional tasks assigned by the Team Lead will be undertaken as needed.

Work Experience

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary. Demonstrated interest in the UN's work and commitment to its Charter ideals are important. The ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds is also required.

Skills

Research and analysis of information, drafting and compilation of information products, media monitoring, campaign support, event organization support, information management, graphic research, communication skills, computer literacy, knowledge of Office 365, content management systems, website monitoring tools, Trello, Canva, cross-cultural communication.

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