Marketing - Public Information Intern
Assist in the development of communication strategies and content for UNIC Mexico.
Overview
Assist in the development of communication strategies and content for UNIC Mexico.
You have:
- Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme or a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).
- Be computer literate in standard software applications.
- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter.
- Have the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
- Possess a good working knowledge of standard office software applications, particularly MS Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Have a good working knowledge of multimedia production tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), CapCut, or Canva.
- Have the ability to draft and edit news articles, press releases, and engaging social media content.
- Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required; fluency in English 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
UNIC Mexico / In-person, full-time
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Department of Global Communication (DGC) invites you to be part of an internship programme during the year 2026. The internship position is in the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Mexico City. UNIC Mexico is the primary information source for Mexico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. UNICs are responsible for promoting a better understanding of the Secretary-General´s priorities and the impact of the United Nations´ work. In addition, UNICs lead the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) and Resident Coordination Office (RCO) communications and advocacy functions. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of UNIC's Director and/or the National Information Officer (NIO). He or she reports to the NIO of UNIC Mexico. The internship is UNPAID. The Interns must cover full-time working hours, for 6 months - 35 hours per week. With limits of delegated authority, the intern will be responsible for one or more of the following duties: - Assist in the development and implementation of a communications plan for the UN Mexico Results Report, targeting key audiences through human-interest stories, news articles, news bulletins and other public information products. - Contribute to the dissemination and promotion of the SDG Book Club, Mexico Chapter, in collaboration with key stakeholders such as publishers, authors, book clubs, schools, librarians, parents, and children. - Support the design and implementation of a plan to promote Information Integrity in Mexico, in line with UN global and country priorities. - Assist in monitoring misinformation trends in Mexico, including potential reputational risks for the United Nations. - Contribute to inter-agency initiatives aimed at combating misinformation and hate speech, including support to: Mexico’s signing of the Declaration on Information Integrity on Climate Change; and the development of a communications proposal linked to the FIFA World Cup 2026. - Support the creation and maintenance of a database of communities of practice related to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and Information Integrity. - Assist in conducting a needs assessment of the United Nations Communications Group (UNCG) capacities to implement the UN Results Report and Information Integrity-related activities. - Support the development of communication tools, training materials and mechanisms to enhance cohesive and effective UN system-wide communication. - Assist in the creation of public information content for web, social media, media outlets and other key audiences, aligned with UN International Days, flagship reports and country priorities. - Perform other related tasks as required.
Qualifications/special skills
Please note that to qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: 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) Applicants must also: Be computer literate in standard software applications. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants are expected to have a good working knowledge of standard office software applications, particularly MS Word, PowerPoint, and Teams. Applicants should possess a good working knowledge of multimedia production tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), CapCut, Canva, or related applications. Applicants should have the ability to draft and edit news articles, press releases, and/or engaging social media content.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written Spanish is required. Fluency in English 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
| Describe a time when you contributed to a communication initiative and what the outcome was. | This question assesses your experience and impact in communication efforts. | Focus on a specific project, your role, the strategies you implemented, and the results achieved. |
| How would you handle misinformation about a UN initiative that you are aware of? | This question evaluates your understanding of information integrity and crisis communication. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you effectively collaborated with diverse groups to achieve a common goal? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools and techniques have you used for creating engaging social media content? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is it important to promote sustainable development within communications? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with drafting articles or press materials. What do you think is essential in this process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep up with current trends in communication and information integrity? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work in an international organization like the UN? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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