Communications Intern
Support communication activities for ECLAC Division
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Overview
Support communication activities for ECLAC Division
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent).
- Studies in the area of journalism is desirable.
- Fluency in Spanish is required.
- Knowledge of English is required.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Santiago This internship is for a maximum of 6 months and designed to be part-time (17.5 hours per week). The duration and modality can be adjusted on request of the successful candidate. You can indicate the flexibility clause (adjusted for your duration and modality) and general internship information.
Expected duration
6 meses
Duties and Responsibilities
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information. The internship in the Division of Production, Productivity and Management will last 3 to 6 (2 min/6 max) months, depending on the needs of the Office. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period, on an "as-needed" basis. Under the supervision or overall guidance of Marco Llinás:
The intern will support the team in the communication activities of the Division. Tasks will include: - Write briefing notes from seminars, lectures, conferences, and published documents. - Suggest short communications for social networks. - Collaborate critically in updating the communication strategy of ECLAC's Division of Production, Productivity and Management.
Qualifications/special skills
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). - For this internship, studies in the area of journalism is desirable. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Languages
Fluency in Spanish is required and Knowledge of English is required.
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 time when you had to communicate a complex idea clearly? | This question assesses your ability to simplify complex concepts in your communications. | Provide a specific example and explain how you tailored your message for your audience. |
| How do you approach writing for different communication platforms (e.g., social media, reports)? | The interviewer wants to understand your adaptability and awareness of content requirements for various media. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to stay updated with current events in the field of journalism? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to collaborate with others on a project. What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why are you interested in an internship with the United Nations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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