Graphic Design Intern
Quick answer
United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is hiring a Graphic Design Intern in Nairobi, Kenya (with remote options) for an unpaid position to create visual content and support advocacy campaigns.
- Role
- Graphic Design Intern
- Organization
- United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya (In-person with remote options)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- UNPAID
- Category
- Design & Creative
- Apply by
- 2026-07-29
The role
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to support the Land, Housing and Informal Settlements Section. The role involves creating visual content, designing communication materials, and supporting advocacy campaigns for urban development initiatives. The intern will work in Nairobi or remotely for part of the term.
What you'll do
- Design and visually format knowledge products like policy briefs and reports
- Create infographics and other visual assets to communicate complex data
- Develop communication materials such as flyers, cards, and social media graphics
- Support the development of housing-related advocacy campaigns
- Assist in managing and improving the visual identity of online platforms
- Provide on-site or virtual support for workshops and training sessions
What it takes
- Enrolled in a graduate program or final year of undergraduate degree, or have graduated with Bachelor's/Master's/PhD
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to UN values and diversity
- Background in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related fields
- Fluency in English (French is also a working language)
- Experience in graphic design and communication is desirable
What you'll bring
How we treat you
None specified; internship is unpaid.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, with some remote work options available for parts of the internship.
What is the compensation for this role?
This is an unpaid internship and interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have a background in Graphic Design or related fields, be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and be fluent in English.
When can I apply for this position?
The application deadline is July 29th.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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