New York, New York, United States Of America

Six Months

Org. Setting and Reporting The internship is in the Campaigns and Country Operations Division of the Department of Global Communications, in the Peace and Security Section. The Peace and Security Section promotes the United Nations work on priority peace and security-related issues, including conflict prevention, peacemaking, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, disarmament and counter-terrorism through the design and implementation of global communications strategies; production and dissemination of public information materials; and outreach activities. The internship is for three (3) months with an opportunity for extension up to six (6) months, depending on the needs of the Division and availability of the candidate. The internship is unpaid and full-time. Interns work five days a week (35 hours) in person or remotely under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned. The intern will report to the Chief of Peace and Security Section. Responsibilities The selected intern may perform some of the following functions: - Provide editorial support for the new peace and security website, including drafting content around issues concerning conflict prevention, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, disarmament, counter-terrorism and others, under the supervision of the staff member leading the project. - Conduct research on pertinent and relevant issues that can be developed into explainers, infographics, data blogs as well as web and social media content. - Assist with posting content and keeping the website updated with latest content and assets. Liaise with UN Social Media to develop multilingual assets. - Support the research, editorial content production, communications and outreach for the Section’s current campaigns: Hear Us. Act Now for a Peaceful World, and Service and Sacrifice. - Organize meetings, draft notes and oversee logistics in coordination with the web development and design teams. - Keep web development documents, including wireframes and mockups, organized and up to date. - When the opportunity arises, help with the development and drafting of other communications materials, including plans, press releases and presentations, under the supervision of relevant colleagues.

Education 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). Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Competencies Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with the final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect one's own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided as "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to stay informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients.

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Job Specific Qualifications Applicants must also: - Be computer literate in standard software applications; knowledge of content management system, information management and creative applications such as Trello, Canva, Drupal, Premium, Illustrator and Photoshop skills are desirable. - 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. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

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.

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.