About the role#
The Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (UNODET) is seeking a Communications Intern to support its visual communications and digital presence. This role offers exposure to the work of the office through project-based assignments. You will work under supervision to help shape how we communicate our initiatives and digital cooperation efforts.
What you'll do#
- Design visual assets for social media, websites, events, and publications.
- Produce digital publications and other materials while maintaining brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
- Update website content, layouts, and visual elements.
- Perform quality checks on visuals, links, layout, and accessibility across digital platforms.
- Support communications coverage of key initiatives and events.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a graduate school program or a completed university degree in Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. If your university system does not divide studies into graduate stages, you must have completed at least four years of full-time studies.
- Strong graphic design skills and a good visual sense.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva.
- An interest in web design and digital storytelling.
- Fluency in English.
- Experience with web design, content management systems, and basic HTML and CSS is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY (on-site) or remote.
- Term: Winter 2027 (3 to 6 months duration).
- This is an unpaid, full-time internship.
- Candidates are responsible for all travel, visa, and living expenses. International applicants may need to obtain a G4 visa and appropriate employment authorization.
About United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945. It consists of 193 Member States and focuses on maintaining global peace and security. The organization operates across areas including humanitarian assistance, human rights, and development. It is based in New York and employs over 67,000 people.
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