Public Information Intern
Pay and conditions
Salary
Unpaid
Hardship
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Job Description
Public Information Intern supports the Human Rights and Outreach Programmes Section in New York by researching human-rights and equality issues, drafting digital and multimedia content, preparing presentations and documenting events. The internship also contributes to public lectures, exhibitions and outreach activities promoting United Nations work through clear, accessible communications.
Key Details
Department
Human Rights and Outreach Programmes Section
Position Details
Experience level
Student
Minimum experience
No prior experience required
Employment type
Internship / Full-time
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Bachelor's degree
Contract duration
4 to 6 months
Work hours
35 hours per week
Language Requirements
Required
English
Preferred
Another official language
Summary of Responsibilities
- Research human-rights, equality and anti-discrimination issues
- Draft and edit web, news, social-media and multimedia content
- Research and support public lectures, exhibitions and speakers
- Prepare audiovisual deliverables and digital materials
- Create presentations and briefing decks
- Assist planning and delivery of outreach events
Role Requirements
- Graduate student, final-year bachelor's student or holder of a university degree
- Field of study in journalism, communication, media studies, filmmaking or international relations
- Fluency in English
Desired Criteria
- Writing, social-media and multimedia-production experience
Skills
Tools and Technologies
Additional Information
- Unpaid internship; interns are responsible for travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses
- Part-time or remote arrangements may be considered based on the candidate's needs
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from DGC Careers, on 11 Sep 2026.