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Public Information Intern

DGCNew York, United States
Category | Grade:Intern | I-1Deadline:30 Jul 2026Job ID:280864Posted on:24 Jul 2026
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Overview

Supports engagement between the United Nations and civil-society organisations participating in high-level events. The internship reviews registrations and submissions, analyses participation data, creates newsletters and visual content, manages enquiries, and assists meetings, event logistics and reporting.

Department: NGO Relations, Outreach Division

Languages

Required: English

Desired: Another UN language

Job Areas

  1. Communications, Media & Public Relations
  2. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

Minimum Experience

No minimum listed

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Screen civil-society registration applications for high-level United Nations events
  • Analyse registration data and produce event participation statistics
  • Create infographic reports, social-media cards, videos, event flyers and response forms
  • Review civil-society submissions and compile content for the Civil Society newsletter
  • Monitor the office mailbox and respond to stakeholder enquiries
  • Support the NGLS annual report and coordinate event planning and logistics
  • Provide technical support and prepare minutes during meetings

Requirements

  • Current or completed graduate study, or enrolment in or completion of the final year of a bachelor's degree
  • Field of study closely related to public information, communications or the internship work
  • Standard software proficiency, particularly Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams
  • Fluency in spoken and written English
  • Children or siblings of United Nations staff members are not eligible for this internship

Skills

Data AnalysisContent CreationSocial Media ContentNewsletter ProductionEmail CommunicationEvent CoordinationMeeting SupportInfographic DesignCopy Editing

Tools

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Teams

Additional info

  • Unpaid full-time internship for six months with desired start date of 17 August 2026
  • Interns work up to 35 hours over five days each week
  • Interns bear travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses
  • Application requires a cover note and complete Personal History Profile