External Relations Intern
Support external relations through communication and event organization tasks.
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Overview
Support external relations through communication and event organization tasks.
You have:
- Be either a recent graduate or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme.
- Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a relevant field.
- Proficient level of English at C1 level is required.
- Proficient in Bulgarian language.
- Must not have exhausted the maximum cumulative internship period with UNHCR.
Deadline for Applications
March 15, 2026Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
H (no hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
InternshipTarget Start Date
2026-04-10Terms of Reference
The ideal candidate is proactive and can independently perform tasks under supervision and final clearance of the outcomes of his/her work. The candidate may have previous experience in liaising with institutions, conducting formal correspondence, communication with international and foreign diplomatic missions, and civil society representatives. The ideal must have proficient level of English and Bulgarian language and be able to use digital tools such as MS Office, Canva, social media channels such as Facebook and LinkedIn for business purposes. She/he must also be able to work in team environment, and navigate smoothly internal and external communication.
Duties and responsibilities • Support the drafting, design, dissemination and submission of reports, newsletters and prepare any other public information material, as required. • Facilitate and accompany visits and interactions with foreign delegations, diplomatic missions in Bulgaria, partner NGOs, donors and the media to UNHCR’s and partner locations – community centers, reception centers. • Assist in the drafting and translation of routine correspondence and texts. • Disseminating finalized and cleared official correspondence to the addressees. • Ensure that public information materials including fact sheets, information brochures, briefing materials are available. • Support the organization of events (e.g. World Refugee Day) and liaise with partners, refugees and local communities on implementation. • Assist in compilation of weekly, monthly, annual/quarterly thematic reports, situations reports etc. • Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum qualifications required In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies within two years of applying) or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO ; and • Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR . • not have exhausted the maximum cumulative internship period with UNHCR, including any prior internships (8 months for full-time and 12 months for part-time)
Desirable qualifications and skills • Required Language is English at C1 level • MS Office • Canva
• Social media – Facebook and LinkedInStandard Job Description
Required Languages
Bulgarian,
English,
Desired Languages
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Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
Certifications
Work Experience
Other information
This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote
No
Potential interview questions
| Describe a situation where you successfully communicated with a diverse audience. | This question assesses your communication skills and cultural awareness. | Provide an example of a specific interaction, focusing on your approach and the outcome. |
| How would you handle a challenging situation with a diplomatic mission? | This question evaluates your problem-solving and communication skills under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of when you coordinated an event or meeting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have working with digital tools for communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell me about a time you worked collaboratively in a team environment. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to draft clear and effective reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach liaising with partners and stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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