Public Information Intern
Quick answer
The Public Information Intern position at the UN Department of Global Communications in New York offers an opportunity to engage with civil society organizations and assist in disseminating information about the UN's activities. This full-time, unpaid internship lasts for six months, starting in October/November 2026.
- Role
- Public Information Intern
- Organization
- UN DGC - United Nations Department of Global Communications
- Location
- New York City
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
This internship involves engaging with civil society organizations and assisting in the dissemination of information about the UN's activities. Interns will conduct research, prepare newsletters, compile reports, and support participation processes for UN events.
What you'll do
- Conduct research for the CSO Association Project
- Assist in the preparation of the Civil Society newsletter
- Contribute to the preparation of the NGLS Annual Report
- Support the participation process for UN high-level events
- Assist the team in the Special Accreditation project
- Support the creation of social media graphics and other visual materials
What it takes
- Enrolled in or completed a graduate program or final year of a bachelor's degree
- Field of study related to the internship
- Good knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- Knowledge of an additional UN language is an advantage
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in New York City.
Is the internship paid?
The internship is unpaid.
What is the compensation for this internship?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required for this internship?
Key qualifications include being enrolled in or having completed a graduate program or final year of a bachelor's degree, having a field of study related to the internship, and having good knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
How do I apply for this internship?
Applications should be submitted by the application deadline of October 22, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UN DGC - United Nations Department of Global Communications's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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