Communications Inern

Job Description

Join us as a Communications Intern at UN House ESCWA! 🌍 This role lasts for 2 months, where you’ll dive into the dynamic world of media support. Your tasks will involve drafting press releases, reporting news stories, attending conferences, capturing photos/videos, and managing social media posts. You’ll also assist with media monitoring and various research activities under the guidance of our Secretary of the Commission and Chief of External Relations and Outreach. If you’re enrolled in graduate studies or near the end of your undergraduate program, are tech-savvy, and passionate about the United Nations’ mission, we want to hear from you! Fluency in English and Arabic is a must, with knowledge of French being a plus. Please note that this internship is unpaid, and all costs related to travel and living arrangements are your responsibility. The United Nations accepts no responsibility for the medical insurance of the intern or costs arising from injury, illness or death that may occur during an internship. Therefore, upon awarding an internship, candidates will be required to sign a statement confirming their understanding and acceptance of the conditions of service. Applicants for internship must show proof of valid medical insurance coverage to cover the full period of the internship at the duty station and provide a medical certificate of good health prior to the commencement of the internship. The United Nations accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal effects that may occur during the internship. This position allows for flexible working arrangements, contingent upon written agreement by the receiving entity. Interns under these arrangements must commit to an equivalent of at least two months full-time work and complete their internship within six months. 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.