About the role#
The Portuguese Unit within the Department of Global Communications is seeking an intern to support its newsroom operations. This role focuses on the production of daily news, in-depth features, and multimedia content in Portuguese to promote the ideals of the United Nations. You will work under the supervision of the Chief of the Unit to gain hands-on experience in international media production.
What you'll do#
- Draft Portuguese news articles by integrating and translating information from official sources, statements, and reports.
- Proofread content before and after publication.
- Conduct background research and assist with fact-checking.
- Support the production of graphic, visual, and audio materials.
- Develop feature stories through research and interviews.
- Collaborate with the Partnerships Unit to identify new digital media partners and entities focused on media literacy.
- Assist with outreach and other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a graduate degree, or the final year of an undergraduate degree, in communications, journalism, international relations, public administration, English, Portuguese, or translation studies.
- Fluency in English and Portuguese.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
- Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- A demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in New York, New York, with options for remote work.
- The term is for the Winter 2027 season, starting in January 2027.
- The duration is a minimum of 3 months, with the possibility of extension up to 6 months.
- This is an unpaid internship position.
About United Nations
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