Communications Intern
Support UNEP communication initiatives and outreach.
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Overview
Support UNEP communication initiatives and outreach.
You have:
- Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent)
- Have graduated with a university degree and must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
- Fluency in oral and written English is required.
- Knowledge of French is desirable.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Paris
Expected duration
6 months full time. For this internship, two sessions are proposed: 1 July 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 & 5 January - 30 June 2026. Please indicate in your application what is your preferred session.
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 Under the direct supervision of the Industry and Economy Division’s Information Officer and the Head of the International Resource Panel (IRP), the intern will assist in developing and updating various information tools and raising awareness on environmental issues among different target groups (governments, business, NGOs, academics, UNEP staff, etc.). Daily responsibilities may vary depending on the individual’s background as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to: • Support the development and implementation of the IRP communications activities and administrative tasks. • Regularly update various information platforms: UNEP and IRP websites, UNEP Intranet and entrance screens. • Draft articles and posts for UNEP platforms and for IRP social media channels • Undertake desktop research for reporting purposes and outreach activities. • Support the organization of meetings and events • Attend meetings, draft related minutes, and follow up on action items as required. • Support the compilation of inputs into briefing notes, and format/edit according to the established protocols. • Support the Division office in finalizing /formatting Powerpoint presentations. • Lead and coordinate the organization of briefing sessions for the Industry and Economy Division’s interns.
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 and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.
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 communication project you have worked on? | This question evaluates your practical experience in communications. | Discuss specific projects, your role, and the outcomes. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple deadlines? | This question assesses your time management and organizational skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to ensure clear communication with a team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've effectively conducted desk research? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have in drafting articles or reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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