INTERNSHIP: Communications and Public Engagement
Organizational Context
UNESCO is a United Nations agency dedicated to promoting international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication. The Division for Communications and Public Engagement is responsible for implementing the Organization's communication strategy, ensuring effective external and internal communications across various platforms. This includes managing content for the website, press relations, social media, campaigns, and public events.
Job Purpose
This internship offers a practical experience within a multicultural environment, allowing interns to understand UNESCO's mandate and programmes while applying academic knowledge to real-world assignments. Interns will support the Division for Communications and Public Engagement in its mission to enhance the visibility of UNESCO's activities. They will assist in developing and executing communication strategies across digital and traditional platforms, contributing to the organization's outreach and engagement efforts. The role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various communication domains, preparing interns for future career paths in international organizations.
Responsibilities
Interns will assist in the preparation and execution of communication and social media campaigns, including drafting, translating, and editing content for social media assets. Responsibilities may extend to graphic design for digital platforms, on-site interview filming and post-production, and the creation of newsletters. Support will be provided for editorial scheduling and social media analytics. Additionally, interns may contribute to website content creation, translation, and the drafting of technical documentation. Tasks include uploading content to management tools, conducting summary/analytical tasks, assessing communication impact, and supporting SEO reports. Web mastering, editing, and graphic design tasks are also part of the role. Press-related duties involve monitoring media coverage, preparing daily reports, supporting media relations, and assisting with the dissemination of communication materials. Photo-related tasks include participation in shooting and post-production, as well as organizing and cataloguing images. Assistance will be provided on publication projects, photo sourcing, brand promotion, and IPR issues. Support for UNESCO Campuses and the UNESCO Courier magazine may also be required.
Work Experience
No specific prior work experience is explicitly required for this internship. However, candidates are expected to possess relevant academic knowledge and skills that align with the internship's responsibilities. The program is designed to provide practical work experience and enhance academic learning.
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates should demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Innovation and a focus on results are valued. Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are also important competencies. Proficiency in computer systems and office-related software is required. Familiarity with social media platforms, content management tools, and basic graphic design principles is beneficial.