Multimedia Intern

Communications & PR

Overview

Support the Communications team in creating impactful multimedia content.

You have:

• University degree in progress or recently completed (within 2 years) in relevant discipline (Journalism, Marketing, (International) Communications, International Relations).
• Prior experience in creating and editing content for digital platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different teams.
• An interest in learning about humanitarian work and a desire to contribute to positive change.

INTERNSHIP TITLE: Multimedia Intern

INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION: Kyiv

DATES OF INTERNSHIP: 6 months, July 2026 - December 2026

HOURS PER WEEK: 20-40 hours per week (depending on intern`s education commitments)

INTERNS SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION: Digital Communications Officer MERCY CORPS WILL PROVIDE • All tools, materials and communication requirements for the role • Monthly stipend

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

Now, and for the future.

A Multimedia Intern will be a part of Mercy Corps Communications team. The objective of our communication in Ukraine is to elevate awareness about Mercy Corps, engage local communities, and showcase Mercy Corps' humanitarian impact in Ukraine through diverse communication channels. In our communication, we strive to encompass local communities, partners in Ukraine, international partners, and our colleagues in Mercy Corps both in Ukraine, and globally.

The work of the Communications team involves:

• communications support to the Mercy Corps teams and partner organizations, including conducting briefings on MC communications & visibility requirements; reviewing, rewriting, and designing materials prepared by teams;
• leading our external and internal communication channels, which include 1) external: social media, media engagement, webpages, visibility materials; 2) internal: newsletter, reporting;
• content creation and distribution, including the production of success stories (which are a combination of photos, videos and interviews) and cooperation with the global photographer and content-producer, partner organizations and external suppliers to create a wider range of materials.

The Communications Intern will support Mercy Corps Ukraine’s communications activities with a focus on digital outreach and visibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation of Mercy Corps Ukraine’s external newsletter, including design, content coordination, and monthly distribution.
• Support the management of social media channels – preparing posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Assist with visibility and communication procurement, ensuring compliance with branding and donor guidelines.
• Provide general support to the communications team in preparing materials and documenting activities (including basic video editing upon request).

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

By the end of the internship, the Communications Intern will be able to:

• Develop practical communication skills by independently creating Mercy Corps Ukraine’s external newsletter — from concept and design to publication.
• Strengthen digital communication and social media management skills, including content planning, community engagement, and performance tracking.
• Gain experience in visual communication and branding, ensuring materials comply with organizational and donor visibility standards.
• Understand communication workflows within an international humanitarian organization, including coordination, approvals, and cross-team collaboration.
• Build project management and organizational skills through planning and delivering recurring communication products.
• Develop a deep understanding of humanitarian communication: The intern will learn about the principles and best practices of humanitarian communication, with a focus on communicating complex issues in a clear and engaging way.
• Gain a deep understanding of humanitarian field through Mercy Corps' programs: The intern will collaborate with program teams to learn about the specific needs and challenges faced by communities Mercy Corps serves. They will gain insights into the organization's approach to humanitarian assistance and development.

DELIVERABLES:

• Design and launch of Mercy Corps Ukraine’s external newsletter, including approved layout, content coordination, and mailing list management.
• At least three subsequent monthly newsletters prepared, approved, and distributed on schedule.
• Regular social media updates, including drafted posts, visuals.
• Support materials for visibility procurement, such as finalized design files, vendor coordination notes, or branding checklists.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• University degree in progress or recently completed (within 2 years) in relevant discipline (Journalism, Marketing, (International) Communications, International Relations);
• Prior experience in creating and editing content for digital platforms;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different teams;
• An interest in learning about humanitarian work and a desire to contribute to positive change.

Mercy Corps interns represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues

Team Engagement and Effectiveness

Achieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work.

We recognize that building a strong and effective team is an ongoing process, and we remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying for this role an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Ethics Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Ethics eLearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline ([email protected]).

In your statement, you are encouraged to discuss any relevant experience, and demonstrate your interest. Your application will be reviewed by the Mercy Corps team and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for interviews.

***A cover letter of up to one page is mandatory.

Deadline for submission of applications: 08 June 2026***

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