Communication Intern
Assist UNEP with communication tasks and social media content.
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Overview
Assist UNEP with communication tasks and social media content.
You have:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate school programme or the final academic year of a first university degree or have graduated with a university degree.
- Preferred areas of study include Communication, Political Science, International Relations.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required for this internship.
- Knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
- Passion for and strong interest in social media.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in standard software applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Geneva
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of sustainable development, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The UNEP Regional Office for Europe covers the pan-European region, which extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific, to the Central Asian plains and the Mediterranean Sea to the Arctic Ocean and includes 56 countries. In the pan-European region, environmental challenges range from managing cross-border environmental resources such as the Caspian Sea, boosting resource efficiency in cities, and responding to the impacts of climate change in the Carpathian Mountains. We address these and other challenges through our work in seven priority work areas: climate change, disasters and conflicts, ecosystems management, environmental governance, chemicals and waste, resource efficiency, and environment under review. We serve as a neutral authority on the environment in Europe. With our global reach, we also work to ensure policy coherence to support the efficient achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. In practice, this means that we advise and guide countries, the private sector and civil society on their paths to a green and inclusive economy, such as by fostering renewable energy technologies or promoting sustainable transport for example, and by sharing experiences and best practices on a range of topics such as sustainable agriculture and sustainable consumption and production. This internship offers an opportunity to work on communication. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Information Officer and Information Assistant. Duties will include: • Drafting content for the UNEP Europe Office’s social media accounts. • Supporting the social media strategy and identifying new ways of attracting social media followers. • Assisting with campaigns, outreach activities and special events, including World Environment Day. • Summarising background material and contributing to communication products such as press releases, web stories, videos, reports and presentations. • Contributing to the production of different communication and outreach products through the use of photo and video editing tools, and design software (experience with these tools and software is desirable, but not mandatory). • Reaching out to potential partners, including celebrities, for campaigns and events.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); c. Have graduated with a university degree. Preferred areas of study for this internship: Communication, Political Science, International Relations. Passion for and strong interest in social media. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Strong research skills. Proficiency in standard software applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, Teams). Ability to draft reports, emails, and communications materials in English.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for this internship. Knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a social media campaign you have developed or contributed to in the past? | This question assesses your practical experience in social media management and strategy. | Discuss the campaign's goals, your role, and the results it achieved. |
| How would you approach drafting a press release for an environmental initiative? | This question evaluates your writing skills and understanding of the communication process in environmental contexts. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to increase engagement on UNEP's social media platforms? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you've communicated complex information to a non-expert audience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why are you passionate about working in environmental communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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